Rose Otto, Bulgaria - Organic EO


Details

  • Botanical Name: Rosa x damascena Mill.
  • Origin: Bulgaria
  • Process: Hydrodistilled Essential Oil, Cohobated
  • Plant Part: Flowers
  • Cultivation: Certified Organic (USDA, NOP, EU)
  • Use: Aromatherapy / Natural Perfumery. Always dilute.
  • Note: Middle Note
  • Aroma Families: Floral, Rosy
  • Aroma: Fresh, warm, deeply floral and rich with hints of soft citrus zest, faint pepper and earthy green body notes and a muted waxy undertone; extremely complex, sweet and full-bodied.
  • Contraindications: A dermal maximum of 0.6% is recommended; please see Safety Considerations below.



Product Name SKU Price Qty
  1. Rose Otto, Bulgaria - Organic 1 ml 880-33
    $53.25
  2. Rose Otto, Bulgaria - Organic 2 ml 880-002
    $93.25
  3. Rose Otto, Bulgaria - Organic 5 ml 880-005
    $200.50
  4. Rose Otto, Bulgaria - Organic 15 ml (1/2 oz) 880-015
    $504.50
  5. Rose Otto, Bulgaria - Organic 30 ml (1 oz) 880-030
    $917.75
  6. For larger sizes or quantities please contact us for pricing and availability.         

Overview

Organic Bulgarian Rose Otto Essential Oil

Our organic Bulgarian Rose Otto is a very fine quality-distilled essential oil from the region best known for producing the world’s premium roses – the Valley of the Roses in Central Bulgaria. This oil is sourced from a family business founded there in 1909.

Extremely complex, sweet and full-bodied, it is fresh, warm, deeply floral and rich with hints of soft citrus zest, faint pepper and earthy green body notes and a muted waxy undertone – a truly sublime Rose Otto and one of the finest we have ever carried! With their multi-petaled intricacy, it is no surprise that Rose essential oils and absolutes are among plant essences with the most chemical complexity. And while many of the more than 400 chemical constituents1 of Rosa damascena are present in mere trace amounts, they contribute immensely to the rich and nuanced fragrance we know as Rose. Only 1 kilo (2.2 pounds) of Rose Otto is obtained from 4500 kilos (about 9900 pounds) of freshly harvested Rose petals.2

“For its perfume, the Rose reigns supreme amongst the flowers of the world.”3 Beloved since ancient times, Homer and Pliny, Ovid and Virgil refer especially to the Rose being esteemed more for its perfume than for its beauty.4 The first distillation of Rose oil was probably by the Arabs in 500 CE, although ancient drawings show primitive stills as far back as 10,000 BCE.5 In its more recent history, it is believed by many historians that Rosa damascena was brought to the town of Kazanlak in Bulgaria by a Turkish immigrant to cultivate in his own garden around the time Kazanlak was founded in 1420.6

In addition to its varied applications in aromatherapy, our organic Bulgarian Rose Otto is perfect in premium skincare formulations and in fine perfumery compositions. Known as the oil of love, the comforting and inspiring aroma of Rose oil is said to encourage the metaphorical “opening of the heart.” It is especially esteemed for promoting spiritual wellbeing, creating a peaceful ambiance, and as an excellent companion to meditation practices.

Not sure which Rose to choose? Please see our Rose Samples (you can uncheck the ones you don't want to receive). For a complete list of our Rose offerings, click here. If you are interested in using Rose oil for skincare formulations, the most suitable choices are our beautiful steam distilled Rose Ottos, our Rose CO2 Organic, and our superb Rose de Mai Organic Extract.

For information regarding the attributes of Rose Otto, please see:

  • L’Aromathérapie Exactement, Pierre Franchomme and Dr. Daniel Pénoël, 1990, p. 392.
  • Essential Oils – A Handbook for Aromatherapy Practice, Jennifer Peace Rhind, 2012, pp. 204-5.
  • Aromatherapeutic Blending – Essential Oils in Synergy, Jennifer Peace Rhind, 2016, pp. 241-2.
  • The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 3rd ed., Vol. I, Salvatore Battaglia, 2018, pp. 495-504.

For information regarding the use of Rose Otto in perfumery, please see:


Aromatic Profile: Fresh, warm, deeply floral and rich with hints of soft citrus zest, faint pepper and earthy green body notes and a muted waxy undertone; extremely complex, sweet and full-bodied.


Appearance: Very pale yellow to colorless, transparent, slightly viscous, mobile liquid at temperatures above 72 degrees F. This oil will congeal and form (as do all true hydrodistilled Rose oils) translucent or colorless crystals of one of its components - stearopten - at temperatures below 72 degrees Fahrenheit; the oil will solidify into a thin paste-like mass at even cooler temperatures. This does not alter the quality of the oil, but rather verifies that it is a true Rose Otto. By gently rolling the bottle between your hands, the oil will soon warm and return to a completely liquid state.


Use: Aromatherapy / Natural Perfumery.


Blending Suggestions: Dilute and add drop by drop to your blends until the desired effect is achieved. (Please note: a little goes a long way.) In perfumery, Rose Ottos are more potent than Rose Absolutes, so you can use a smaller amount to achieve the same level of odor intensity. According to Steffen Arctander, even trace amounts (fractions of one percent) of Rose Otto in many types of perfumes can do wonders. In fact, we suggest that care must be taken not to use too much, as it can overpower a formula. Happily, Rose Otto combines well with many other essential oils and is useful for 'rounding off' and adding 'lift' to blends.

PLEASE NOTE: This oil is soluble in fixed (vegetal) oils; it is partially soluble in alcohol and filtering may be necessary to remove insoluble material, particularly in dilutions over 5%.


Blends Well With: Agarwood, Amber Oil - Fossilized, Amyris, Balsam of Peru, Beeswax, Bergamot and most Citrus oils, Black Pepper, Boronia, Carnation, Cassie, Cedarwood, Chamomile (Roman), Cinnamon and most spice oils, Clary Sage, Cocoa, Coffee, Coriander, Frankincense, Galbanum, Geranium, Helichrysum, Jasmine, Laurel Leaf, Lavender, Lemon, Linden Blossom, Liquidambar (Styrax), Litsea Cubeba, Melissa, Mimosa, Myrrh, Neroli, Orange Blossom, Orris, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Petitgrain, Sandalwood, Spikenard, Tansy (Blue), Tuberose, Vanilla, Vetiver, Violet Leaf, Ylang Ylang. “Even traces, fractions of one percent of this oil in many types of perfume bases, can do wonders when correctly used.”6


Safety Considerations: None known, but a maximum dermal use level of 0.6% is recommended due to the presence of methyleugenol.7 The 0.6% dermal maximum is based on a 3.3% methyleugenol content, however, the actual methyleugenol percentages for each of our Rose offerings are typically lower. These percentages are lot-specific and can be found on the COA link above. Dilute before using. A patch test should be performed before use for those with sensitive skin.


1 Haas, Monika. Quick Reference Guide for 114 Important Essential Oils, 2012, p. 93.

2 Naturals Compendium, International Flavor & Fragrances, 2009, p. 137.

3 Genders, Roy. Scented Flora of the World, 1994, p. 396.

4 Ibid.

5 Rose, Jeanne. 375 Essential Oils and Hydrosols, 1999, p. 131.

Arctander, Steffen. Perfume and Flavor Materials of Natural Origin, 1960, p. 562.

7 Tisserand, Robert and Rodney Young. Essential Oil Safety, 2nd ed., 2014, p. 405.


The FDA has not evaluated the statements on this website. No claims are made by Eden Botanicals as to the medicinal value of any products from Eden Botanicals. The information presented here is for educating our customers about the traditional uses of essential oils and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. You are responsible for understanding the safe application of these products. If you have any questions, please call or email us for further information.

Rose Otto, Bulgaria - Organic EO

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Customer Reviews for Rose Otto, Bulgaria - Organic EO

rose otto Review by
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5
the best ever took a wiff and I am hooked
(Posted on 12/1/2022)
Worth every penny Review by
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5
Like sunshine in a bottle, Just a happy, happy oil. Bright with citrus notes. Divine. I've tried other organic Bulgarian rose ottos and they just don't compare to this.
(Posted on 12/3/2014)
Incredible Review by
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5
Sweet, potent and intoxicating. Very intense and concentrated. One of the brightest roses I have ever smelled. It sparkles with berries, fruit and honey. It is a light versus a deep rose smell, but not light in strength, but weight. I'm in love with this delicious beauty. Thanks EB!
(Posted on 5/23/2014)
Impression on this rose Review by
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5
I tried all of the Eden Roses. Here I will note the differences. First of all, it is important, I find to not smell things for at least a day in order to really take apart the differences. At two in the morning, with no scent of food in the air, or other daily perfumes, I put a bit on different parts of my body. This rose to me is more of a honey rose. The Rose Otto White Organic was so slightly peppery, super slight, but more of bouquet of roses. The solvent extracted Rose Absolute from Morroco, to me was more heady, mature, darker, woody.
(Posted on 4/26/2014)
Bulgarian rose otto Review by
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5
Effortless Beauty; In a bottle.

I recommend fractions of a drop in an oil burner (Think 1/3 of a drop)
To fully appreciate the indescribable, intoxicating scent complexity and sophistication nature has to offer.
(Posted on 12/21/2013)
LOVE Review by
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5
I absolutely love this rose. It is a sweet rose that is reminiscent of earth, honey, roses and dew. LOVE.
(Posted on 5/25/2013)
Not quite a rose smell... Review by
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2
I received a set of rose test vials and I'm quite astonished. The rose oil doesnt really smell of rose.
I got a few vials of rose from Turkey that I got there and this oil is a flower, light-headed but strong smell.

The rose oil proposed by Eden Botanicals is nothing alike. Rather rough, heavy smell that I could espect from an absolute/CO2 extract than any essential oil.
Frankly, I'm not impressed :(
(Posted on 5/10/2013)
Spicy, rosy, diffusive Review by
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4
Bulgarian Rose Otto; I'm not sure I'm big on this one. It smells basically rosy (of course) but there is a quality to it that really reminds me of ginger. My love of spices would find my ambivalence to this oil surprising, but I feel if I want ginger, I would use ginger. I like my Turkish otto SO much more; rosy, vibrant, fresh and fruity and very diffusive. This is not terrible, by far, but compared to other roses, it's not my favorite. It is colorless, which might be an advantage if color is a concern in a blend(I've been wanting to make perfumes colored blue, aqua, pink, magenta, or purple using natural colorings). Of course the spiciness I find in this would go good with spices, of course, but citruses would go well with this too.
(Posted on 2/27/2013)
A worthy indulgence Review by
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5
I was so eager to smell this rose otto sample that I couldn't wat to get it onto a test strip and wafted the open vial under my nose. Didn't care for it, but I put a drop on a strip, sealed it away, and returned later, knowing I wouldn't be disappointed. Sure enough, I *loved* it...such a beautiful, complex aroma, as advertised.
(Posted on 2/24/2013)
Divine Review by
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5
This rose is so spectacular that I am using it internally. It raises my frequency and vibration instantly, awaking the body on a cellular level. What a gift!
(Posted on 2/14/2013)