No matter the time of the year, roses are the perfect way to put a smile on someone’s face. This feel-good flower can help reduce stress, promote relaxation, increase happiness, ease stress, and improve mood. It’s no wonder this flower has been used for centuries, not only for its sweet smell, but for its many benefits to the mind, body, and skin. “From Cleopatra’s beauty routines to ancient Persian medicine, roses have long been used for their healing and beautifying properties,” says Szilvia Hickman, owner and president of Ilike Organic Skin Care from Szép Élet. “Nothing has changed over thousands of years. Rose water and rose oil are deeply hydrating while bringing a luxurious aroma. Therefore, rose-based products are timelessly popular in skincare and wellness even today.”
Bed of Roses
Learn about the rose-based treatments available at spas today.
The Spa at The Hotel Hershey (PA) offers the Geranium & Rose Hydrating Body Treatment (starting at $250, 80 minutes), which begins with an olive grain exfoliation, followed by a layering of hydrating geranium and rose gel, moisturizing oil, and softening cream with shea butter. While cocooned in a soft blanket to allow the products to penetrate and nourish the skin, the guest receives a scalp and face massage.
The Wine & Roses ($2,190 for two, 4 hours) package at the Spa at Meadowood Napa Valley (St. Helena, CA) begins with an aromatherapy steam of damask rose, geranium, and palmarosa, followed by a bamboo and jojoba body exfoliation, and chardonnay body butter wrap. Guests then enjoy a 60-minute couples’ massage followed by 90 minutes in the Tree House Retreat with a culinary experience, sparkling wine, and a rose and milk bath.
The Windsor Court Spa (New Orleans) offers the Regal Roses Retreat ($528, 1 hour 50 minutes), which begins with a full-body exfoliation, followed by the application of a silky pink clay wrap enriched with rosehip CO2 extract and adaptogens. Next, rose-infused buttermilk and cocoa butter is poured down the spine. The ritual is completed with a full-body massage.
Stock your retail shelves with products like these for happier and more satisfied clients.
1. HydroTone Rose Gel Mask
Ilike Organic Skin Care
www.ilikeorganics.com
2. Rosa Sea Gel
G.M. Collin
www.gmcollin.com
3. Legendary Glow Rosie Cream
Mimi Luzon
www.mimi-luzon.com
4. Rosehip Triple C+E Firming Oil
Eminence Organic Skin Care
www.eminenceorganics.com
5. Evening Rose Moon Dip
FarmHouse Fresh
www.farmhousefreshgoods.com
Precious Petals
We asked skincare experts about the benefits of rose on the skin, and here’s what they said.
What are some of the benefits of rose-based products on the skin?
“Rose extract and oil provide a plethora of benefits to the skin. This ingredient is a natural humectant, meaning it hydrates the skin and prevents the skin from moisture loss. Alongside this, rose also offers antioxidants, which are essential for protecting the skin from free radicals, as those lead to aging of the skin. It is also a great option for sensitive skin types, as well, since it soothes the skin with its anti-inflammatory qualities. Another one of my favorite benefits is the natural astringent properties it contains. This balances the pH of the skin to keep it happy, healthy, and supple.”—Kylee Kintis, esthetician, FarmHouse Fresh
What are some top uses of rose-based products and treatments in a spa setting?
“The scent of rose is known to reduce stress, ease anxiety, and elevate the mood of clients. Roses evoke luxury, romance, and even self-love, therefore rose-based products are perfect for wellness rituals and spa treatments, such as facials and body wraps.”—Hickman
What are some clever/interesting ways to promote/market spa treatments containing rose?
“Offering unique rose-themed treatment options can be a great way to appeal to guests who gravitate toward anything rose, such as a Blushing Rose Hydrating Facial, an Every Rose Has Its Glow Brightening Facial, or a Wine and Roses Antioxidant Facial. Themed facials and body treatments can help get clients more excited about the experience and attracts them to your spa.”—Kintis