Molinard, Essence Rose Cristallisée, 'Crystallized Rose Essence', 7.5 ml. or 0.25 oz. Flacon, Parfum Extrait, 1927, Paris, France ..

The Maison Molinard was founded in 1849 in Grasse, Provence, in the south of France, cradle of the world's perfume industry. It has remained an entirely family-run business to this day, and is also the oldest of its kind. At that time, Molinard produced floral waters and Eaux de Cologne, which it sold in its "little shop" in the town centre. In 1891, Queen Victoria stayed at Grasse, and bought Eaux de Cologne there.

In 1900, the company moved into an old perfume factory, where the distillery structure was designed by Gustave Eiffel. Molinard is still there today. A typical Provençal showroom was set up, and its first customers were wealthy foreigners from England and Russia. They came to admire its magnificent collection of 17th and 18th century furniture, and buy Molinard eaux de Cologne together with all its floral fragrances.

The rose is known all over the world as a sign of love, affection, and romance. The delicate aroma of a rose can easily promote feelings of peace and tranquility. Receiving a gift of beautiful roses can instantly boost anyone’s mood. If the flowers themselves are so sensual, it is no wonder that rose otto essential oil is the same. This potent oil distilled from rose petals is known for being an aphrodisiac, reducing feelings of stress and anxiety, keeping skin looking young and healthy, and more.

Rose Otto essential oil is often simply called “rose essential oil.” However, there are actually two different types of rose oil .. rose otto and rose absolute. While both are derived from the petals of Rosa damascena, they differ in scent, color, and viscosity.

Rose Otto essential oil is derived through hydrodistillation of the rose petals. These petals are added to a container of pure water, then slowly heated. The temperature of the water causes the rose petals to release their oils. When the water is cooled, the oils float on the surface to be collected and sold as rose otto essential oil. This oil is pale in color and has a delicate, floral scent. Since it takes so many roses to create rose otto essential oil, it is often more expensive than rose absolute. When kept in cooler temperatures, the natural waxes present in rose otto begin to solidify. It simply needs to be gently warmed to become liquid again.

Offered here is a beautiful flacon of pure Rose Otto. The term 'cristallisée' is used because it refers to the solidification of the exquisite rose oil at cooler temperatures. There is a 'touche oreilles' or glass rod with which to apply the stunning oil behind the ears. This flacon has been previously opened and gently used. One application will last for hours and hours, as this is the most potent form of rose oil to be found. This is simply gorgeous!!