ROSE OIL: THE SUBLIME + SCIENTIFIC HEART HALO

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Resplendent Rose Otto oil (Rosa damascena) is the queen of fragrant florals and is one of the first aromatic oils to be distilled in antiquity, prized for its purity by the Persians, Romans, Egyptians, and Greeks long before modernity. The scent of Rose was regaled as “the fragrant wake from the flutter of angels’ wings.” A healing skin substance and the heart-harmonizing bloom of perfume, Rose oil encourages heart-expansion, elevates the spirit, and clarifies confidence, fulfilling its sacred role as the highest vibrational essence.

Avicenna, the 10th–11th century perfumist-polymath-physician, perfected the distillation of Rose petals. He made Rose-infused pharmakon preparations for "supporting the heart and lifting the spirit," using the oil to cool inflammation and ease melancholy. Historically, this neuro-regenerative action was felt in the emotional body: the 17th-century physician Nikolas Culpeper wrote that Rose Otto "helps strengthen the heart—physically and emotionally." The oil’s copious concentration of fragrant floral alcohols acts as a potent tonic for the circulatory system, easing emotional heartache and fulfilling its sacred role as the sublime essential oil for the heart chakra.

ROSE OTTO: THE NEUROSCIENCE OF UNCONDITIONAL LOVE
The essence of Rose Otto is a potent, positive neurotonic that acts directly on the brain and the heart. The oil’s high concentration of fragrant floral alcohols (citronellol and geraniol) is key to its therapeutic potency. This ancient wisdom is now confirmed by recent research that showed continuous inhalation over the course of one month increases gray matter volume in brain regions linked to memory and cognition (the PCC), demonstrating a unique pathway for neurogenesis and the potential to deter atrophy. This compelling finding was established using a Rose Essential Oil derived from Rosa damascena in a 2024 study (Kokubun et al.).

THE ALCHEMY OF DAILY ROSE ADORNMENT
This proven regenerative power is precisely why Rose Otto is one of our most cherished active botanicals for formulations. Rose is a full-spectrum active that works both internally (as a neurotonic) and externally (as a dermal fortifier).

For the Complexion: Rose Otto is essential in serious skin rejuvenators—from Rose Glow Serum and Royal Rose Serum to Rose Best Skin Ever. It acts as a vulnerary, a superb tonic for the circulatory system, easing the appearance of scars and blemishes, while soothing the skin and brightening the complexion. 
For the Scent + Psyche: The same oil that encourages neurogenesis in the brain is used to ground the spirit in daily ablutions. You can instantly access this science by applying a dab to your pulse points, a drop under the nose, a spritz of our iconic Roses Shining Everywhere perfume, a body mist of Bed of Roses, or a delightful dash of our time-tested classic, Rose Poetic Pits deodorant.

Through simple, daily adornment, the pure essence of Rose fulfills its sacred role as the highest vibrational essence, marrying cellular science with molecular love.

THE HIGHEST VIBRATIONAL ESSENCE: ROSE AS BIOENERGETIC TONIC
Reverence for Rose Otto as one of the highest vibrational essences in the plant kingdom is rooted in the science of bioenergetics. Research into the electrical frequencies of living matter posits that healthy human bodies vibrate between 62–78 MHz, yet Rose essential oil resonates at an astounding 320 MHz. The therapeutic effect is explained by the principle of entrainment: the oil's stronger, harmonious frequency influences weaker cellular rates, acting as a healing vortex that helps cells resonate at a higher rate. This aligns with the recognized power of Rose molecules to expand the auric field and positively sway the neurochemicals of the limbic system. 

Botanical Name: Rosa damascena
Botanical Family: Rosaceae
Extraction Method: Steam distilled
Part of Plant Distilled: Flowers
Country of Origin: Bulgaria
Cultivation Method: Organic
Composition: 100% Rosa damascena
Consistency: Thin to medium (The precious petal waxes of this exquisite oil will solidify in cool temperatures. This is also an indicator of purity).
Scent Description: Richly floral, intensely sweet, and tremendously uplifting.
In Living Libations: Dew Queen Dab, Dew Dab, Dew Dab Ozonated Beauty Balm, Morning Dew Dab, Rose Glow Crème, Rose BSE, Open Sky Eye Serum, Open Sky Sheer Serum, All Seeing Eye Crème, Happy Gum Drops, Happy Gums Clay Paste, Wild Child, Happy Gum Drops Oil Swishing Serum, Ozonated Happy Gum Gel, Rose Complexion Mist, Soothsayer, RoseGlow Poetic Pits, Underarm Charm Crème Deodorant – Rose Glow, Royal Rose CoQ10, Chocolate Karat Serum, Sun Dew Vitamin D Crème, Everybody Loves The Sunshine Zinc Beach Balm, Everybody Loves The Sunshine with Zinc, Everybody Loves The Sunshine, Breast Massage Oil, Chocolate BSE, Epiphany Elixir, Pink Lady’s Slipper Shimmer, Maiden Fern Blushing Balm, Cosmic Apricot Shimmer, Love Wine, Moontime Majesty, Secret Land of Is Petal Cologne, Roses Shining Everywhere Petal Perfume, Petal Passion Yoni Serum, Petal Primer Yoni Serum.
Blends well with: Frankincense, Grapefruit, Palo Santo, Douglas Fir, Myrrh, Ylang, Spikenard, Vanilla, Cape Chamomile, Silver Fir, Bergamot, Marjoram, and Lavender.
Uses: Sublime for skincare, superlative for softening the appearance of scars, fine lines, spots, and skin texture. Amorous in love potions. Be a bathing beauty with one drop in languid bath. Decadent in diffusion. Regal in perfume. Boosts immune.

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This is Living Libations dreamiest, creamiest Sandalwood Essential Oil! Ethically harvested as part of an enduring reforestation project in Hawaii, this exquisite essence is available for the first time in over 200 years. This specific Sandalwood is a serene full-bodied ethereal essence that whispers the wisdom of its majestic, ancient heartwood host. This sacred, sensual oil evokes devotion and the purity of presence. The unctuous aroma has been one of the most revered substances for skincare and mediation since antiquity – one whiff of this exalted exhalation of the Sandalwood tree will lift your spirits to nobility.

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Everlasting Immortelle Essential Oil is a floral oil of ethereal, exquisite, and ennobled proportions. This enchanting essence is wild harvested in the high altitude rocky cliffs of the Corsican countryside. Nadine has been working with our brilliant distiller since 1994 and we are sure to reserve our supply a year in advance as our distillers are only able to create a few liters of this extraordinary oil each season.

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Living Libations captivating Cardamom Essential Oil carries within it the mystical myths of the ancient Egyptians, the wisdom of the ancient Greeks, and the strength of the ancient Vikings! Cardamom essence was known as the 'fire of Venus' and found in many love potions. It helps to unwind minds, expand receptivity, and freshen breath. Enjoy the spicy warmth of this reviving essence, which will simultaneously settle and inspire you.

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Living Libations congenial Chamomile Essential Oil is steam distilled from the delicate diminutive petals of French chamomile flowers. This flower, famed for its comforting caress, is also known as Roman Chamomile. The gentle grace of this ancient aromatic was revered by the ancient Egyptians, the Moors, and the Saxons as a sacred elixir worthy of the angels. Cheering, endearing Chamomile graces us with its honey-floral, hypnotic-fruit-scented powers of tranquility pacifying apprehension, softening tension, and nestling nerves.

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Lovely, languid Lavender Essential Oil is extracted from the flowering tops of lavender grown in amethyst hued fields in Bulgaria. The soothing, calming caress of Lavender essence has been adored as an apothecary staple for centuries. This versatile, user-friendly essence is like the Swiss Army knife of aromatherapy: always handy, pleasantly practical, and wonderful for, well, everything!

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Surrender to Sweet Thyme Essential Oil as it extends it timely tendrils of gentle, loving care. Sweet Thyme is the lovely linalool variety and it is steam distilled from tiny glands located in the leaves of this hale and hearty herb. In ancient Rome, soldiers prepared hot, relaxing baths with Sweet Thyme to soothe the body and absorb the oil's essence of bravery and courage. Thyme was used by the ancient Greeks as perfume and deodorant. They used it as a pure plant shield against less than sweet environmental odorants. This sweet, buttery blessing is a cherished essence in our aroma-apothecary.

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Radiant Roses over Geranium Essential Oil is a choreographed co-distillation of regal Rose Otto with the pure plant genius of Geranium. Both oils contain sublime skin soothing and smoothing benefits, making this unique co-distillation an exquisite addition to skin care serums, sun care, and beauty balms. Its drops of radiance are the gift of this glowing combination.

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Cold pressed Lemon Essential Oil is a revitalizing elixir of invigorating delight. Extracted from the rinds of thousands of lemon peels, each bottle of lively Lemon essences contains within it the zest the molecules to lift moods, to tingle the senses, to revitalize the skin, and to inspire a sunny disposition.

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Perky and penetrating Peppermint Essential Oil is a refreshing burst of vivacious mighty mint molecules. Mentha piperita grows throughout Europe, Australia, and North America, yet our French distiller offers some of the purest, peppiest mint in all the lands. Peppermint is frequently added to soaps, toothpaste, gum, and candles and has remained a favorite breath freshener for many centuries. The bright, lively scent offers the morning a caffeine-free wake up call.

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Our canonical Carterii Frankincense is the ancient olibanum, the biblical botanical, the timeless and treasured tree that is honored for its opulent oleoresin. Gracing the eternal airwaves with its warm balsamic Boswellia breeze, it has brought many to their blessed knees. For hundreds of years, among the arid climes and mid-altitudes of the rocky slopes that lead to the Indian Ocean, heritage groves of Carterii thrive. Tapping the organic, milky sap of this revered resin takes place in the dry summer months as the gum is gathered and graded. This essence of epiphany emanates a deep, reassuring balsamic base, topped with soft, camphorous-citrus

This Carterii Frankincense is distilled via supercritical extraction creating rich antioxidant activity along with distilling denser oleoresin molecules uncommon in standard steam distillation. This Frankincense of fortitude is the coniferous cologne of the ancients connecting us to the Chronos of the cosmos.

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Numinous Neroli Essential Oil is happiness in a hypnotic floral fantasy brought into being by steam distilling the benevolent blossoms of the Tunisian orange tree. Neroli is named for a 17th century Italian princess who was famed for perfuming her clothing and bathing with the essence from this gleeful tree. Neroli wafts its wonder in the body by nestling the nerves, singing a sweet song to the skin and by playing the floral flute of its petaled-perfume to invite others in.

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