Common Name:

Rose

Botanical Name:

Rosa damascena, Rosa canina, and related species

Short Description:

Rose is a cooling, astringent, and heart-soothing herb used to calm the emotions, tone the skin, and support reproductive and nervous system health. It is especially helpful in times of grief, heartbreak, or emotional overwhelm.

🌿 Looking to nourish your heart and your skin? Our Heart Harmony tea features rose as a key ingredient, and our Calm & Clarify Facial Mist brings rose's skin-toning, soothing magic to your daily ritual.

Parts Used:

Petals (fresh or dried), rosehips, rosewater

Actions:

Astringent, nervine, antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, tonic

Energetics:

Cooling, slightly drying

Body Systems:

Nervous, reproductive, cardiovascular, skin, emotional

Spiritual/Energetic Uses:

The quintessential herb of the heart. Rose opens, heals, and protects the heart center, inviting love, beauty, and compassion. It is used in ritual to honor the divine feminine and to call in grace.

Planetary/Dosha Associations:

Planetary: Venus
Dosha: Balances Pitta and Vata

Safety Notes:

Very safe. Use organically grown petals for internal preparations. Rosehips are rich in vitamin C and safe for all ages. Rosewater is gentle enough for sensitive skin.

🛒 Shop Related Products

If rose's heart-healing and skin-toning properties resonate with you, these products from our apothecary are a beautiful complement:

• Heart Harmony — A heart-centered blend with hawthorn, rose, and linden to support cardiovascular health, emotional calm, and the healing of a tender heart.
• Calm & Clarify Facial Mist — A soothing botanical facial mist with rose and calming herbs to tone, hydrate, and refresh your skin throughout the day.
• Women's Wellness — A deeply nourishing daily tea with rose, raspberry leaf, and nettle to support reproductive health and whole-body vitality.

As always, consult your healthcare provider before beginning any new herbal regimen.