Rose Absolute (Bulgaria)

Name: Rose Absolute (Bulgaria)
Brand: New Directions Aromatics
SKU: 187
Price: 55.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (33 reviews)

Product Rating: 5/5 (As per 33 Customer Reviews)

Botanical Name: Rosa damascene

Plant Part: Flowers

Extraction Method: Solvent Extraction

Origin: Bulgaria

Description: The rose is one of the worlds best known flowers - stunning and exotic in both visual appearance and aroma.

Color: Golden to amber resin to solid.

Common Uses: Rose Bulgarian Absolute is a very common oil in the perfume and aromatic industries. Aromatherapists use it to create a sense of harmony, and it is used as an emollient in skin-care products.

Consistency: Viscous

Note: Middle

Strength of Aroma: Strong

Blends well with: Rose (Bulgaria) Absolute generally blends well with all oils, though it works particularly well with Bergamot, Chamomile German, Chamomile Roman, Clary Sage, Geranium, Melissa, Rosewood, Sandalwood, and Ylang-ylang.

Aromatic Scent: Rose (Bulgaria) Absolute has a very complex, sweet floral scent. Its reputation of being a must ingredient in perfumes is well deserved.

History: Bulgaria has over a 300 year tradition in essential rose oil distillation. Approximately 4000 kilograms of petals are required to produce 1 kilogram of pure rose oil. Its exotic nature and value were appreciated in ancient times by the Greeks, Chinese, Indians, Persians and Romans.

Cautions: It is important to note that all absolutes are extremely concentrated by nature. They should not be evaluated in this state unless you are accustomed to the undiluted fragrance. For those trying Absolutes for the first time, we strongly recommend they be evaluated in dilution. Otherwise, the complexity of the fragrance - particularly the rare and exotic notes - becomes lost.

Storage: It is recommended that oils packaged in metal containers (for safe shipping) be transferred into dark glass containers to maintain freshness and attain maximum shelf life.

WARNING Prop 65: This product contains a component which is listed under California Proposition 65. California residents will receive this product labeled accordingly.

IMPORTANT: All New Directions Aromatics (NDA) products are for external use only unless otherwise indicated. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, and it should not be used by anyone who is pregnant or under the care of a medical practitioner. Please refer to our policies for further details, and our disclaimer below.

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Rating: Star

My mother has depression. I wanted to try this oil on her to see it it helps. I put a little dab on her wrists, on her chest near her heart area, and a little on the right and left side of her forehead. WOW!! Within minutes she is settled and the tears stop. All oils works differently on people, it may not work for all, but this oil really shocks me on how well it works for her.

By: Diane, Houston, Texas

Date: 08-Jun-2019
Loyal Customer Since: 13-Dec-2016

Rating: Star

It's getting so difficult maintaining my rose absolute supply ever since I created my healing bath-and-body wash. It was my discovery that New Directions Aromatics carried this absolute beauty! (No pun intended!) Rose oil throughout history has always had this mystique surrounding it. No wonder! It is an extremely healing natural that is part of my top five of all essential/absolute oils ever. But getting a good supply that wasn't adulterated or fabricated was the hard part. Using attar of roses is a pipe dream now, but this stuff is something you can willingly sink some healthy cash into, knowing you WILL get what you paid for. In fact, you will get more than you paid for. It's the value that's important. This is such a rich product. The way the scent spirals up your nose and entangles itself in that reptilian part of your brain that literally wakes it up and makes you happy. I'm always sensitive to odors, especially florals, to the point of giving me migraines. Well, that's because whatever I'm smelling is somehow compromised (not real). This absolute is never fake and has never given me migraines. In fact, it's helped a few to go away. That's why it is one of my essentials in my healing bath-and-body wash (AND shampoo) which I created for ultra-sensitive skin which also helps heal heat rash and irritated skin. If I don't have it, I can't make it because there is NO SUBSTITUTE. It's worth every single cent in every single drop of this precious stuff!!

By: Anita, Anaheim, California

Date: 05-Apr-2019
Loyal Customer Since: 09-Jan-2011

Rating: Star

Wow,wow,wow, first of all let me say do not let the price scare you, this absolute delivers, you will not be disappointed . I waited over a year to get this product and it was wellllllll worth the wait. Do not hesitate get it now it goes fast, I am in the process of placing another order, because I don't want to be without it, five stars does not do it justice , I wish I could rate it higher.

By: Sharon, Pleasantville, New Jersey

Date: 21-Sep-2016
Loyal Customer Since: 26-Jun-2016

Rating: Star

Beautiful, complex oil. I bought it to use in my skin care formulations, but I fell so in love with the heady,rich fragrance that I actually have invested in a perfumery course s that I can use this to create a masterpiece that only I will have! My experience has been beyond my expectations with all of my purchases from your company. Please keep up the great work!

By: Ursula, Huntsville, Alabama

Date: 17-May-2013
Loyal Customer Since: 16-Nov-2012

Rating: Star

I am in LOVE with this oil! Why did I wait so long to try it??? Now I can make more personal fragrance combinations in the floral department! I'm also thinking this will be awesome in my hair oil! VERY romantic, deep, true rose scent! Not like those yucky imitations! Wonderful scent! You won't be disappointed ! Thanks NDA!

By: Rebecca, Mebane, North Carolina

Top Reviewer

Date: 22-Apr-2011
Loyal Customer Since: 31-Mar-2010

Rating: Star

Very lovely absolute at a very reasonable price. Soft and deep, the very essence of the queen of flowers. I made a dilution which I apply to my wrists when I go to bed. I drift off into sleep so serenely!

By: Diane, Toronto, Ontario

Top Reviewer

Date: 04-Mar-2011
Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005

Rating: Star

This is a delicious rose absolute. The aroma is full, complex and intense with a cognac/licquer-like, very slightly balsamic quality behind the floral notes. A little goes a long, long way. Given the prices I've seen on other damask rose compounds, this little gem is an "absolute" bargain.

By: Lynn, Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Date: 14-Feb-2011
Loyal Customer Since: 24-Jan-2011

Rating: Star

So glad I ordered this Rose. It's the best Rose I've ever had. Happy to find this quality.

By: Anna, Chester Basin, Nova Scotia

Top Reviewer

Date: 17-Dec-2010
Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005

Rating: Star

I LOVE this Rose oil. Fully and Completely sensual and everything I use this in people Rave about. And what a great price. Truly valuable.

By: Robert, Crown Point, Indiana

Date: 17-Nov-2010
Loyal Customer Since: 06-Nov-2010

Rating: Star

I wish I could give this product more stars! I have never like rose scents in the past. Like manufactured vanilla, fake rose scents have always seemed cloying and chemical, not like the true scent at all. I was absolutely thrilled with this product. It is absolutely true rose scent. I use this oil with patchouli and neroli (in jojoba) to create a personal body cream for myself, but have also used it in mp soaps with excellent results. Affordable quality in every precious drop!!

By: Holly, Glendale, Arizona

Top Reviewer

Date: 06-Nov-2010
Loyal Customer Since: 08-Dec-2008

Rating: Star

WOW! I'm not really a rose lover, but this absolute changed my mind. I oringinally ordered it as a special order for a client, and was hooked after the first sniff. This is the essence of rose, with layers upon layers of scent to explore. This is how I always thought roses should smell like, and never did. It works well in perfumes, and equally well in facial treatments. A little goes a very long way!

By: Sharon, Yarker, Ontario

Top Reviewer

Date: 30-Aug-2010
Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005

Rating: Star

I bought this for my aromatherapy blending business and I am ordering the size up for this next order, my customers love it, I do too. It\'s very reasonable and that way I can also pass along a great product for a fair price to my customers. Some Rose EO can be so expensive,they are untouchable. This one is priced to sell and I love the smell quality I am looking for. Thank you NDA!

By: Janice, Oro Valley, Arizona

Date: 29-Jun-2010
Loyal Customer Since: 17-Apr-2010

Rating: Star

This exceptionally beautiful scent is perfect! The scent is dead on, a top quality absolute.

By: Eric, North York, Ontario

Top Reviewer

Date: 12-May-2010
Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005

Rating: Star

I've been debating on whether or not to buy this oil but now I regret not buying it sooner. I just can't take my nose out of this bottle. It smells so wonderful, makes me feel happy lol. I've read that out of all the essential oils the Rose Bulgaria has the highest of all frequency over 300. It truly is a lovely oil.

By: Andrea, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Top Reviewer

Date: 09-Mar-2010
Loyal Customer Since: 19-May-2009

Rating: Star

Lovely, add some drops of lavender, 2 drops of rose absolute, and 2- drops of Ylang Ylang after filling tub with warm water, and relax. Smell wonderful, along with feeling very relaxed.

By: Marilyn, Newmarket, Ontario

Top Reviewer

Date: 09-Feb-2010
Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005

Rating: Star

Oh my goodness, where do I begin? Is it the incredibly uplifting scent that is pure heaven, the color that is so rich and luxurious or the incredible skin benefits it provides? All I can say is I'm hooked. I used to buy rose oil from another source in dilution but NOTHING beats the absolute. I use it in my anti aging night cream and also include it in a "special batch" of body lotion for me :) My skin has never felt silkier or smelled more fragrant. Although the absolutes are more pricey in general, in comparison to other sellers, the price is quite reasonable. Pure Luxury!!

By: Angela, Kirkland, Quebec

Top Reviewer

Date: 25-Jan-2010
Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005

Rating: Star

I purchased Rose Bulgarian and love it blended with shea butter for use on my scars from a surgery. I loved it so much I began selling it in a blend for others to enjoy. Its anti-inflammatory, erlaxing qulaities and the fact that it reduces scarring is a great side benefit. It's light sweet fragrance is not over powering at all. I've since put it in a "power pack" of EO's that I take with me when I go to sacred sites around the world. It also wonderful in the bath water.Thanks for making it so attainable for the common folk!

By: Suzanna, Corfu, New York

Top Reviewer

Date: 18-Sep-2009
Loyal Customer Since: 01-May-2007

Rating: Star

Rosa Damascena not Rosa Centifolia. I bought this rose oil thinking that it was centifolia (what most people think of when they think of rose). Instead it was damascus rose. For those who have not smelled this variety it is much muskier than the centifolia. At first I thought that I had received a bad batch of rose oil, but then I realized it was the damascena. Don't get me wrong NDA's Rose Bulgarian is a fine oil, but the damascena is very much an acquired taste. In general I find that it works best blended with other oils. On its own it can sometimes smell like decaying petals, however in blends (especially with centifolia) it gives a warm musky note to your fragrances. The 3% dilution is strong and will produce a noticable smell in CP soap. I found NDA's 3% dilution to be as strong as my 5% centifolia from the heath food store.

By: Kathryn, Lauderdale By The Sea, Florida

Date: 03-Jul-2009
Loyal Customer Since: 08-Mar-2009

Rating: Star

The BEST splurge! The hardest decision was which type of rose absolute to order, and I'm glad I ordered the Bulgarian. Like sticking your nose in a fresh picked bouquet, and the deep red color adds a richness to everything I use it in.

By: Erin, Grand Rapids, Michigan

Top Reviewer

Date: 07-Jun-2009
Loyal Customer Since: 30-Sep-2008

Rating: Star

My best friend told me that she doesn't like rose scented perfumes. After adding this Rose Absolute to my formula I let her test it out. She described my premature concoction (less than two days old) as fruity, spicy, sweet and pretty. That's what this Rose Bulgarian Absolute will do for your formula, it'll add a little pretty to the mix. By as much as you can afford, add some Ylang Ylang to the recipe as well as some bergamot, then smile.

By: Nelson, Jacksonville, Florida

Date: 11-Mar-2009
Loyal Customer Since: 22-Mar-2007

Rating: Star

A wonderful absolute--a luscious and true rose scent with a gorgeous color--not cloying or overly sweet! Such a treat to finally be able to afford a quality rose absolute--thank you New Directions!

By: Ren, Ellensburg, Washington

Date: 25-Nov-2008
Loyal Customer Since: 08-Oct-2008

Rating: Star

Simply stunning! So pure and only the smallest drop is needed. A small bottle will last forever! Money well spent.

By: Stephanie, Burlington, Ontario

Top Reviewer

Date: 10-Oct-2008
Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005

Rating: Star

i love the smell of rose! and this eo captures that smell perfectly! it is an absolute so it is super super concentrated. a little bottle will last a long way. i am waiting to receive the scentball diffusers so i could try it in that. so far i've diluted it in almond sweet and been using it as a massage oil. the scent is lovely!

By: Julie, Rochester, New York

Top Reviewer

Date: 19-Sep-2008
Loyal Customer Since: 03-Jun-2008

Rating: Star

Smells like a dew-covered bloom in the morning sun! My favorite of ND's Rose absolutes, the Rose Bulgarian is both fresh & sweet, with inherent citrusy notes -- a bright, happy, joyful rose scent! Superb quality for the price. Also, please note that the absolute has a deep orangey-red color, which lends a warm tone to your products. If you're seeking a "musky" rose scent, try the Iranian version instead (but personally, I much prefer the Bulgarian!)

By: Shannon, Interlaken, New York

Date: 10-Aug-2008
Loyal Customer Since: 31-Jan-2007

Rating: Star

Gorgeous, rich, deep, floral scent. An instant relaxer and anti-depressant for me, I LOVE this scent. And the price is great--I can actually afford to get undiluted rose oil!

By: Judith, Reisterstown, Maryland

Top Reviewer

Date: 17-Jun-2008
Loyal Customer Since: 26-Mar-2006

Rating: Star

Not only does it have intensely uplifting scent, it's visually stunning. As someone who does not add artificial color to my products, I deeply appreciate this oils warm red color and archetype rose scent...and considering the average price of rose oils, this particular variety is very reasonable.

By: Shama, Houston, Texas

Top Reviewer

Date: 11-May-2008
Loyal Customer Since: 15-Jan-2008

Rating: Star

I am a fan. I was skeptical that this would be a good quality EO because the price relative to other EOs is so much less. I thought for sure it would be poor quality. I have used Young Living for years and have become sold that they were the "best on the market"... well, I can now say I was wrong. I am turning everyone I know onto this website and these oils because the price is amazing for the quality. I use this oil almost daily, a drop in my diffuser, in my bath with salts. Of course, use very sparingly as it is an absolute, but truly one you will fall in love with.

By: Donnell, Dublin, California

Date: 27-Jan-2008
Loyal Customer Since: 18-Nov-2007

Rating: Star

Wonderful true scent. A bit pricey for my wallet, but certainly money well spent. A little goes a long way, and the fragrance is heavenly.

By: Marion, Middletown, Connecticut

Date: 25-Jul-2007
Loyal Customer Since: 07-Jul-2007

Rating: Star

Rose is good for female. The rose absolute is excellent! The scent and color are awesome. I love it. it is worth the price.

By: Hao-Dong, Edmonton, Alberta

Top Reviewer

Date: 05-Jun-2007
Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005

Rating: Star

Rose Bulgarian is a must have. It works wonderful as a toner for the body and the face, also works great in a hand cream.

By: Shirleen, Markham, Ontario

Top Reviewer

Date: 16-Oct-2006
Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005

Rating: Star

This beautiful fragrance worked well in a variety of blends.

By: Darla, Spring, Texas

Date: 23-Oct-2006
Loyal Customer Since: 13-Aug-2006

Rating: Star

Very nice! The 1/6 ounce size is perfect for trying and you won't break the bank! What a great way to experience all the different roses, as all of them are different and complex, seductivley unique. I love this one because it is fresher smelling than some of the sweeter, more honeyed varieties. Very nice quality.

By: Jessica, Plano, Texas

Top Reviewer

Date: 29-Jul-2006
Loyal Customer Since: 14-Jun-2006

Rating: Star

Beautiful rose! Worth every penny and very fairly priced as the market is saturated with phoney diluted rose oils. Be aware of where you buy your essential oils from. Notice what part of the flower, stem, leaf, etc. is being used and where they are grown / distilled from. New Directions is very fair and reputable, I would trust any oil they offer.

By: Candice, Sarasota, Florida

Top Reviewer

Date: 08-Jul-2006
Loyal Customer Since: 29-Jan-2006

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