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Rosa Damascena Bud Extract

The Beauty & Personal Care Brand Builder Series

Ingredient Deep Dive

Rosa Damascena Bud Extract

A Polyphenol-Rich Damask Rose Bud Extract

Rosa Damascena Bud Extract is an extract of the unopened buds of the Damask rose (Rosa damascena), concentrated in the flavonoids, polyphenols and tannins of the flower. Unlike rose hydrosol (rose water), the bud extract delivers these actives — giving antioxidant, soothing and toning benefits to skin and scalp.

It is valued in skin and hair care for a refreshing, comforting feel and antioxidant support, while lending the prized sensory association of rose.

Quick Insights

Ingredient Rating:

GOOD

Type of Ingredient:

Antioxidant, Soother and Astringent

Intended Function:

A polyphenol-rich Damask rose bud extract providing antioxidant, soothing and toning benefits for skin and scalp.

Common Applications:

Used in soothing, antioxidant skincare and toners, soothing gels, and hair and scalp care.

Target Audience:

Brands wanting a natural, rose-derived antioxidant and soothing botanical for delicate skin, scalp and hair formulas.

Also Known As:

Rosa Damascena Bud Extract, Damask Rose Bud Extract, Rose Bud Extract

Benefits of Rosa Damascena Bud Extract

A naturally derived, polyphenol-rich botanical that soothes and protects skin and scalp.

Antioxidant: Rose polyphenols and flavonoids help defend against free-radical stress.
Soothing & Comforting: Helps calm the look of stressed or reddened skin and scalp.
Toning & Refreshing: Mild tannins help tone and refine the look of skin.
Sensory Rose Character: Adds the prized rose association to a formula.
Naturally Derived: A botanical bud extract.

How It Works

The bud stage concentrates the rose’s protective phytochemicals — flavonoids, phenolic acids and tannins. These quench free radicals (antioxidant), help calm the appearance of irritation (soothing) and gently tone (astringent tannins), making rose bud extract a multi-benefit botanical for delicate skin and scalp.

Formulating with Rosa Damascena Bud Extract

A water- or glycol-soluble botanical extract, added to the water phase at typical extract levels; it pairs well with other soothing and antioxidant botanicals. Confirm the finished pH and preservation.

Safety Analysis

Rosa Damascena extracts are generally well tolerated. As a botanical, it can carry naturally occurring rose fragrance components (e.g. geraniol, citronellol) that are potential allergens for sensitive individuals, so label appropriately. Substantiate the finished product’s safety (e.g. patch / HRIPT testing) in line with MoCRA requirements.

References

https://incidecoder.com/ingredients/rosa-damascena-bud-extract

https://cosmetics.specialchem.com/inci-ingredients/rosa-damascena-bud-extract

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Damask_rose

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