Rose water and its incredible properties

It doesn’t only smell great but it also provides amazing properties (conditioning and healing). It is the one and only rose water. It gains more and more popularity among many girls, will you become a fan as well? See for yourself!

What is rose water?

Rose water is a hydrolate obtained in the process of distillation with water vapour of rose petals. It is a side effect of producing rose oil, but it has a subtler smell. The Damascena rose, cirrus rose or French rose is usually used to prepare the water. Rose water can be used for skin and hair care, it is even used in gastronomy to prepare dishes.

What are the effects of rose water?

Rose water has a pH close to the pH of the human skin, thanks to which the care effects are so good. What’s more, it contains antioxidants, vitamins C, E and B and beta-carotene. These ingredients have antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and soothing properties. They brighten small discolourations and give the skin a healthy colour. Rose water is recommended for the treatment of acne and for the care of mature skin. It can be used as a toner for washing the face, neck and cleavage. The essential oils contained in it soothe and improve your well-being; they also have aromatherapeutic properties.

How to use rose water?

Rose water can be used for skin and hair care as well as for healing purposes. It will be perfect for removing makeup of all types of skin. It will accelerate the production of collagen and elastin, thus, it will smooth wrinkles and restore the skin’s even colour. Rose water provides the scalp with many nutrients, strengthens hair follicles and prevents hair loss. How is rose water used for healing purposes? This natural hydrolate soothes eye pain, relaxes and has a positive effect on the nervous system. It can be used to fight throat and tooth pain.

DIY rose water 

To prepare rose water you will need the following ingredients: a few handfuls of rose petals in your chosen colour, boiling water, a thin cotton cloth, a colander, a bottle made of dark glass and a bowl. Rinse rose petals in the colander using cold water. Then put them on a cotton cloth, place in a bowl and pour over boiling water. Allow to stand overnight and pour the mixture into a dark glass bottle in the morning. Your rose water is ready.