The Best Rose Beauty Products

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Roses symbolize romance and beauty, and are a popular ingredient in beauty products due to their numerous benefits. Known for its antibacterial, anti-fungal and antiviral properties, rose essential oil is often used to treat various ailments such as burns, abrasions, and other skin conditions. As a natural astringent, rose helps tighten pores and restore suppleness for the ultimate glow. Rose water helps treat acne, calm the skin, and soothe inflammation and redness.

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Roses also contain high doses of vitamin C, which is a powerful antioxidant that helps protect skin cells from damage. In addition, the natural oils that are found in roses help the skin retain moisture for deeper hydration. And with their sweet-smelling and delicate aroma, rose products make for the perfect fragrance.

From refreshing facial mists to hydrating body balms, we’ve compiled a list of the best rose-infused beauty products for skin and hair.

Amritara Dried Rose Petal Tea ($34)

This fragrant rose petal tea was handpicked in the morning and sun-dried to preserve its dedlicate aroma and taste. It’s made exclusively from the rose petals traditionally grown in Japan’s culturally-rich Izumo region and is free of additives or blends of any kind. The dried petals add a soft, floral infusion to every cup and can also be incorporated into your favorite dishes as a decorative garnish.

Anima Mundi Apothecary Rose Powder ($27)

This deeply aromatic rose petals powder contains contains many qualities that can help benefit the body. It has been revered for centuries for its mind, body and spiritual healing benefits, particularly those around relieving the heart, depression, anxiety, psycho-spiritual related imbalances, and many more. A powdered herb that may help alleviate anxiety and may uplift the mood, as well as potentially support the heart, and reduce inflammation in the body. 

Babor Cleansing Rose Toning Essence ($40)

The alcohol-free toner helps to protect the skin barrier and has a refreshing effect. It contains natural rose extract and a detoxifying extract of agrimonia eupatoria, which is exclusive to BABOR. Allantoin, bisabolol and panthenol calm and relax the skin.

Bella Schneider Beauty Royal Rose Stem Cell Mask ($65)

Perfect for all skin types, this ultra-hydrating and divinely scented mask instantly hydrates, calms, brightens and replenishes skin. Moisturizing and nourishing shea and jojoba, soothing rose oil, antioxiding mallow and strengthening grape cell extract restore skin with added youthfulness, plumpness, and health. 

Cosmette Rose Garden Renewal Vitamin A Repairing Treatment Oil ($49)

Formulated with argan oil, sunflower oil, and rosehip oil, a rich source of natural vitamin A, this sun-safe retinol alternative minimizes fine lines, brightens and evens tone, promotes collagen production, supports elasticity, soothes dryness, and repairs the barrier — all without irritation, purging, or sensitivity.

Dr. Hauschka Rose Day Cream ($48)

For normal, dry and sensitive skin, the rich, luxurious formulation harmonizes oil and moisture, gently guiding the skin to a state of comfort, balance and radiance. Precious extracts of rose petals and wild rose hips nurture and balance the skin. Shea butter, rose petal wax and avocado oil protect and help retain moisture.

Elemis Pro-Collagen Rose Cleansing Balm ($72)

The brand’s No.1 bestselling deep cleansing balm is now formulated with delicate English Rose. This powerful cleanser easily dissolves makeup, daily grime, and pollutants for a soft and glowing complexion. Luxury cleansing cloth included.

Jurlique Rose Body Oil ($60)

This lightweight body oil intensely hydrates, replenishes and nurtures the skin as well as the senses. It's formulated with a beautiful blend of safflower, macadamia and jojoba oils, which are rich in essential fatty acids to help nourish, hydrate and soften the skin. Featuring the delicate scent of rose, it leaves skin feeling soft, smooth and beautifully fragranced. Can also be used as a massage oil.

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Kamala Kirk is a University of Southern California graduate and has been an editor/writer for more than a decade. She has written for E! Online, Total Beauty, TravelAge West, Malibu Times Magazine, and many more. She resides in Los Angeles and is a proud pug mom. Follow her on Instagram: @kamalakirk