The rose: between beauty and benefits
Native to Europe and Asia, the rose is part of the Rosaceae family to which they belong numerous varieties: bushy, climbing, creeping, shrubs and small or large-flowered trees, etc .. In Italy there are over 30 spontaneous species, of which the best known: Rosa Canina, Gallica, Glauca, Pendulina and Sempervirens.
A flower to which a romantic and sentimental sense has historically been attributed, linked to many and great love stories, the rose is the flower par excellence of romantic recurrences, a symbol of love, but also passion, desire and sensuality to the point of acquire a different meaning for each type of color.
The rose: a beauty ally
In addition to its beauty, which romantically swings from being fragile to gritty, the rose is appreciated by many for characteristics that go beyond its appearance, but which are intrinsic to the morphology and structure of its petals and buds.
For example, do you know that roses have soothing properties? In fact, if you think about it, even just looking at a rose gives a sense of serenity and peace, as well as inhaling its essence. Soft and ethereal, the extract of its petals is a powerful detoxifier for the liver and anti-inflammatory, perfect for the most sensitive skin, to reduce redness and to calm irritation, which is why it is often used in the creation of aesthetic and dermatological products.
The rose: perfect against stress
If you are going through a particularly stressful time in your life, if worries and commitments visibly increase your stress level and you feel the need to pamper yourself a little, your best friend will be the Miss Babingtons - 125th Anniversary Blend
A magic, sublime, inebriating blend created to celebrate the dream of two women, two pioneers, two great enterpreneurs who brought together Italy and England in Piazza d Spagna.
The celebration of spring, a real triumph of aromas and flavors. This is Roman Holidays, our homage to the Spanish Steps. Born from the union of five black teas from Sri Lanka and China, we made it even more precious by adding vanilla beans from Madagascar, cornflower and very delicate rose buds.
And speaking of relaxation and well-being, how can we not also tell you about our Sleepy herbal tea? A panacea for those who need to relax and indulge in a restful sleep. The ingredients? Linden, lemon balm, lavender, fennel, chamomile and rose petals, of course!
Are you curious to discover all our teas and infusions made with this magical, powerful and fascinating flower? You just have to come and visit us in our historic tea room in Piazza di Spagna!