rose oil

noun

: a fragrant essential oil obtained from roses and used chiefly in perfumery and in flavoring

Examples of rose oil in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The value aspect aside, this formula relies on argan oil (which Dr. King points out is non-comedogenic) and rose oil. Melanie Rud, Peoplemag, 11 May 2023 In addition to hydroxy acids, the formula also features a collection of soothing ingredients such as aloe, chamomile, and rose oil to help keep inflammation and irritation at bay. Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 12 May 2023 Made with many of the same ingredients, like hyaluronic acid, floral extracts, and shea butter — and with the bonus of caffeine and rose oil — this new cream is designed to bring a surge of hydration to your skin. Buy It! Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 9 Mar. 2023 The ‘Rose Bliss’ body massage is a pampering ritual that commences with gentle body exfoliation, then a massage with indulgent rose oils infused with evening primrose oil, shea butter, and Damascus rose oil to heal and restore. Debbi Kickham, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2023 Perfect Polish Micro-Exfoliant sloughs off dead skin cells with rice flour and tapioca starch, while the Gorgeous Glo CBD Rose Mask provides a deep pore-cleansing with rose oil and bentonite clay. Carol Lee, Discover Magazine, 29 Mar. 2021 Should your skin need a fast fix, reach for Lancome's Absolue Bi-Ampoule, which delivers an overnight hit of hyaluronic acid and ceramides, plus rose oil, antioxidants, and clarifying salicylic acid. The Editors, Town & Country, 7 Dec. 2022 Elsewhere, Rajasthan’s majestic architecture is brought to life via Rajathra Palace, a colorful blend of cardamom, cloves, coriander, rose oil and patchouli that’s burned in a suitably high-camp pink urn decorated with floral motifs. Ahmed Zambarakji, Robb Report, 5 Oct. 2022 Infused with valuable Turkish rose oil to reduce redness and soothe, the formula also includes vanilla pod infusion and Sicilian lemon oil to create a juicy, sweet jam fragrance. Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 2 June 2022

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Word History

First Known Use

1552, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of rose oil was in 1552

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“Rose oil.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rose%20oil. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.

Medical Definition

rose oil

noun
: a fragrant essential oil obtained from roses and used chiefly in perfumery and in flavoring
especially : attar of roses

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