INCI name

ROSA DAMASCENA FLOWER WATER

Damask rose water

A floral water from steam distillation of damask roses.

What it is

Rosa damascena flower water is the aqueous distillate obtained by steam distillation of damask rose flowers. CosIng lists it as a fragrance, skin-conditioning and skin-protecting ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in toners, face mists, creams, masks and cleansers.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

Rose water may contain small amounts of fragrance substances from the flowers, which may be listed separately.

Functions

Fragrance
Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.
Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.
Skin protecting
Helping to avoid harmful effects to the skin from external factors.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (115)

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