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Luxurious White Rose CO₂ wax | Rosa Alba | For skincare, solid perfumes, and aromatherapy blends.

Luxurious White Rose CO₂ wax | Rosa Alba | For skincare, solid perfumes, and aromatherapy blends.

Rosa alba flowers Wax | Soft floral aroma, natural emollient, stabilizer, and skin conditioning agent

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Botanical Name: Rosa alba.
Family Name: Rosaceae.
Common Name: White Rose.  
INCI: Rosa Alba Wax.
Parts Used: Flowers.
Extraction method: Supercritical CO₂ (wax fraction).
Note: Base. Fixative in perfumery.
Scent: Soft floral, fresh, slightly honeyed.
Appearance: Solid Wax.
Country of Origin: Bulgaria.
Recommended usage levels vary between 0.5–10% depending on the desired intensity and texture.
Melting Point: 55–65 °C (131–149 °F).
Solubility: Soluble in oils, alcohol, and butters; insoluble in water. 

White Rose Wax, derived from the supercritical CO₂ extraction of Rosa alba petals, is one of the rarest and most refined floral waxes available in the world of natural perfumery and skincare. Revered for its ethereal aroma and gentle botanical power, this wax represents purity, femininity, and timeless grace. The White Rose—known as the “Queen of Silence”—is prized for its delicate fragrance, creamy texture, and nourishing, soothing effects on both the skin and the spirit.


Aromatic Profile

White Rose CO₂ wax offers a soft, creamy, and clean floral aroma, lighter and more transparent than Damask or Centifolia rose. Its fragrance opens with fresh petal and morning dew notes, followed by subtle nuances of green leaves, light honey, and soft musk. There’s a spiritual and serene quality to its scent—gentle yet captivating, grounding yet uplifting.

Perfumers value this wax for its refined floral character and its ability to lend a natural elegance and sensuality to blends. It harmonizes beautifully with jasmine, neroli, sandalwood, violet leaf, frankincense, and orris butter, as well as with citrus and white floral accords. Its fixative power allows fragrances to linger delicately on the skin, adding both body and soul to the composition.

Origin and Extraction

The Rosa alba, or White Rose, thrives in the cool climates of Bulgaria, Turkey, and parts of Central Europe, where high-altitude air and mineral-rich soils allow the flower to develop its subtle yet sophisticated scent profile. The petals are harvested at dawn when the volatile aromatic compounds are at their peak concentration.

Through supercritical CO₂ extraction, these fragile blossoms are transformed into a buttery, solid wax that retains the complete aromatic and biochemical fingerprint of the fresh flower. Unlike solvent extraction, the CO₂ process uses pressurized carbon dioxide—an inert, non-toxic gas—to gently draw out aromatic molecules, natural waxes, and fatty acids without leaving behind any chemical residues. The result is a pure, solvent-free floral wax that captures the living essence of the White Rose more faithfully than any other extraction method.

This extraction yields approximately 1–2% wax from the total weight of the petals, making it a precious and costly material reserved for fine formulations. The final wax is pale ivory to soft beige, semi-solid at room temperature, and melts beautifully around 55–65°C.

Cosmetic and Skincare Applications

In cosmetic formulation, White Rose CO₂ wax is a natural emollient, stabilizer, and skin-conditioning agent. It forms a breathable barrier that protects the epidermis from moisture loss while imparting a smooth, velvety touch. Its natural composition of long-chain esters, waxy alcohols, and essential rose compounds make it suitable for all skin types—especially sensitive, mature, or dry skin.

It enhances texture and consistency in:

Whipped body butters and balms, providing firmness and silkiness

Solid perfumes and aromatic candles, offering scent and stability

Facial creams and serums, improving spreadability and nourishment

Lip balms and hair conditioners, giving gloss and hydration


Its anti-inflammatory and mild antibacterial properties make it a gentle ally for irritated or reactive skin, while its high content of natural fatty alcohols and rose phytochemicals supports elasticity and repair. Regular use promotes a radiant, even-toned complexion and a sense of olfactory well-being.

Perfumery and Aromatherapy Uses

For natural perfumers, White Rose CO₂ wax serves as a foundation of elegance—a fixative and heart note that conveys sophistication. Melted and diluted in carrier oils such as jojoba or fractionated coconut, it becomes the base for solid perfumes, anointing balms, and aromatic creams.

In aromatherapy, its fragrance is believed to open the heart chakra, encouraging peace, love, and self-compassion. It harmonizes emotions, reduces anxiety, and helps restore serenity in moments of fatigue or sadness. Used in massage balms or meditation candles, the aroma promotes emotional balance and a gentle uplifting of the spirit.

Sustainability and Purity

The CO₂ extraction of Rosa alba is environmentally conscious, using minimal heat and no petrochemical solvents. Carbon dioxide is recycled within a closed system, leaving no ecological residue. Every batch is traceable to sustainable rose farms that practice ethical harvesting and avoid pesticides.

This method preserves not only the volatile aromatic molecules but also plant waxes, carotenoids, and antioxidants, resulting in a multifunctional material that is both fragrant and therapeutically active. It’s ideal for formulators seeking luxury ingredients that align with clean beauty and green chemistry principles.

White Rose CO₂ Wax (Rosa alba) represents a bridge between science and sensuality—where advanced extraction meets ancient beauty traditions. Its ability to enrich textures, soften the skin, and elevate the spirit makes it an indispensable treasure for artisans and formulators working with natural perfumery and botanical skincare. Each touch releases the whisper of white petals kissed by morning light—pure, elegant, and eternally serene.

Safety and Handling

Non-toxic and non-sensitizing; safe for topical use.
Store in a cool, dark environment to prevent oxidation.
Melts easily in a double boiler; avoid direct flame heating.
Shelf life: 3 years when stored properly.
For external use only.

 

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