Soak rose stems in an oil of your choosing and use them as incense. I use these when working with Pomba Gira, but such could be done with any spirit or deity connected to roses.
Depending on the oil used, equally good for cleansing in place of sage (which I abhor).
//WARNING: Beware of extremely flammable oils. Test outside first. Many essential oils can be very flammable –I’m referring to steeped oils. They will crackle and pop like a fire, but should do so only gently and without consequence.//
Oooo gotta try it
The Carving Witch 