Discover the unknown apothecary rose! Medieval European botanical secret recipes

Apothecary roses, which bloom only once a year, are picked by hand in the early morning of spring. They are not only fragrant and beautiful, but also have medicinal properties and maintenance value. They are often used as medicinal materials, food ingredients or ingredients in skin care products. Dating back to the 13th century, it is said that Thibaut le Chansonnier, Count of Champagne, brought a rose bush from Jerusalem (a city in Palestine) to Provins, France during the Crusades, whereupon roses took root, thrived and were widely planted. Therefore, the city of Provins is also called the City of Roses, and later became one of the oldest rose varieties in Europe.
In medieval Europe, in addition to royal dignitaries, Christian monks and apothecaries would plant a variety of herbs and fruit trees in monastery gardens or shop entrances. The rose Rosa gallica var planted among them was also called the Apothecary Rose or the French Apothecary Rose. Rose.
Apothecary Rose Uses
The ancient Greeks and Romans considered the apothecary rose to be a sacred symbol, displaying it at important celebrations and occasions and even making it into balms, perfumes or essential oils to honor the deceased. In addition, the dried rose petals are used as medicine to relieve hangovers, used in baths, rolled into beads, strung into rosaries, made into candies, and even made into lotions to nourish the skin.
Not every rose can be used for multiple purposes, because there are quite a lot of rose species, up to 3,000 species, but only a small part can be used in the fields of skin care and fragrance, such as Damask rose, centifolia rose and apothecary rose (France) Rose) is the most commonly used rose variety in skin care products and is also a precious variety among many rose varieties.
What are the benefits of apothecary roses?
Moisturizing: Rose petals contain natural humectants, which can keep skin hydrated and prevent dryness.
Anti-aging: Rich in vitamin C, it delays skin aging, smoothes fine lines, and improves skin elasticity.
Soothing: Soothes red or damaged skin with soothing and anti-inflammatory properties.
Brightening: Improve skin dullness and make skin translucent from the inside out.
In August of this year, OUI ORGANIC, a French organic essential oil aromatherapy and care brand owned by OUI ORGANIC, launched the "French Velvet Rose Time Revitalization Set", which added precious apothecary rose extract and exclusive patented formula. French perfumers were specially invited to use the essential oils to blend. It is a blend of floral and woody tones that smells very fresh and elegant, with no added alcohol, no artificial flavors, no artificial colors, and no paraben preservatives.
Apothecary Rose Anti-Aging Rejuvenation Group
"French Velvet Rose Time Revitalizing Essence"
99% natural ingredients, 20% organic ingredients, added Meiritage® Chinese revitalizing and anti-aging patent, Fucogel® multi-sensory moisturizing patent, French organic pharmacist rose extract and organic Aloe Vera extract. The texture is non-sticky and easy to absorb. One drop improves skin elasticity, smoothes fine lines, reduces dullness, and rejuvenates skin's radiance.
"French Velvet Rose Time Revitalizing Cream"
99% natural ingredients, 23% organic ingredients, added ALPAFLOR® BUDDLEJA AO patented Swiss Buddleia extract, organic sunflower seed oil, organic jojoba oil, French organic pharmacist rose extract and organic Curaçao aloe extract, with a light and smooth texture Smooth, one swipe helps the skin smooth out fine lines, moisturize, repair and regulate oil and water balance.
After cleansing your face every morning and evening, spray organic hydrosol floral water to hydrate the skin, then apply OUI ORGANIC French Velvet Rose Time Revitalizing Set to lock in moisture, and inject full anti-aging moisturizing and repairing essence to make the skin supple and translucent. , smooth fine lines and freeze age; the ingredients are all made from EU ECOCERT organic certified raw materials, which is very suitable for sensitive skin, mature skin and all skin types.
Disclaimer: The condition of skin care products after use will vary depending on individual usage methods and skin conditions. Please follow the correct usage method.
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