Rosa Damascena Flower Hydrosol is the aromatic water byproduct of rose petal steam distillation, used as a hydrating, mildly astringent base and soothing agent in toners and mists. It contains trace amounts of water-soluble rose constituents and minimal essential oil.
| Reported effect | How often | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Skin irritation or stinging | Rare | Usually mild and transient, more likely on compromised or sensitive skin |
| Allergic contact dermatitis | Rare | Possible due to fragrance components such as geraniol and citronellol present in trace amounts |
| Contact urticaria | Very rare | Isolated reports linked to rose-derived fragrance sensitivity |
Frequencies reflect typical cosmetic use reported in the literature, not a guarantee for your skin.
Peer-reviewed papers on this ingredient, via PubMed.