What is rose water

Rose water has been used since ancient times for its regenerating and antibacterial properties. As the times are returning to nature, it is now the time for the slow trend; this is why the great cosmetics classics are making a comeback in our bathrooms. The one you see everywhere. Rose water, this ancestral elixir with many beauty virtues.

1. What is rose water?

Rose water is obtained after the distillation of rose petals. Its composition is, therefore, entirely natural. Pleasantly fragrant, multiplying the benefits for the face, is thus used in many beauty products such as toning lotions, makeup removers, masks, baths, and shower products.

Among the many existing varieties, the Damascus rose presents the best yield. Many countries cultivate it nos, from Turkey to Morocco. It is also in the Arab countries that rose water was originally used for skin care.

2. To whom rose water is suitable?

Its soothing, healing, and toning properties are suitable for all skin types, whatever their age. The advantage of a hydrosol compared to an essential oil lies in the fact that it is lower in dosage, which limits the risk of allergic reactions. When purchasing your floral water, check that it does not contain essential oil.

3. What are the rose water effects?

Rose water is a very complete cosmetic. It tightens the pores of the skin and gives a fresh complexion. In a single step, it helps to purify, heal, soften, and hydrate your skin. That's why dry skin loves it. And since it is also astringent, it appeals to combination skin.

Oily skin can use it in addition to anti-acne floral water, for example, geranium water. Thanks to its vitamin C content, rose water has a tightening effect that helps fight aging.

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4. Benefits of rose water

Rose water is a real ally for the skin, which will not only cleanse but also tone, without forgetting its refreshing effect and its subtle scent. We recommend Astringent rose water for oily or acne-prone skin. Mature skin will appreciate it for its anti-aging action. And as inner well-being plays a large part in outer beauty, you should also know that it is very popular in olfactory therapy to ease tensions and help find inner peace.

4.1 Benefits of rose water for the skin

 

  • Reducing skin irritation and redness:

Rose water has strong anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce the irritation associated with some skin diseases. Such as eczema, rosacea, and to reduce the redness of the skin, improve its appearance and color, reduce its puffiness, and give it smoothness and radiance.

  • Rose water deeply cleanses the skin:

Rose water is a natural antibacterial. Resulting from a process of distilling rose petals, this water will keep your skin clean all day long. Put some on a cotton ball like micellar water and wash your face with morning and evening. You will not be disappointed. People with oily skin will also be surprised to find that this water effectively tightens the pores.

  • Fight against wrinkles:

One of the benefits of organic rose water is its ability to delay the appearance of wrinkles on the face. Indeed, thanks to its richness in antioxidants, this solution masks the signs of aging and will allow you to appear younger and fresh. And then, it is also effective in removing stretch marks.

  • Reducing the problem of acne:

Rose water helps remove excess oils from the face. It prevents the growth of bacteria that cause acne, which contributes to alleviating this condition, preventing its development in the future, and reducing the effects and scars resulting from it.

  • Healing:

Having rose water, as long as it is organic, is also a great advantage in case of injuries. Indeed, it accelerates healing and can even heal scars. This property also makes it highly recommended for treating acne, canker sores, and skin ulcers.

  • Reducing the puffiness under the eyes:

The eyes' swelling is due to sensitivity, stress, tiredness of the eyes, or lack of sleep. It usually refers to fluid accumulation in the area under the eyes, which leads to a change in color in this area and the eyes swelling clearly due to the thinness of the skin. You can use rose water by immersing some cotton balls in it after cooling it by placing it in the refrigerator and then placing it under the eyes to reduce puffiness and give a feeling of comfort.

4.2 Benefits of rose water for the hair

 

  • Hair care:

For those who have scalp problems, rose water will probably be very helpful. Indeed, the action of this organic product restores better health to the hair when used as a mask. And then, it improves blood circulation and strengthens the hair follicles to fight against hair loss.

4.3 Other benefits of rose water

 

  • Rose water fights constipation:

In case of constipation, many solutions exist. If you have rose water on hand, put some in your dishes, and your digestive problems will unblock. You can also drink it like a tea by heating it, and again, the results will be there.

  • Fight against headaches:

Indeed, this floral water is also a weapon against migraines and headaches. To do this, simply place a compress that you have previously soaked in the elixir on your forehead. Then give it some time to act. However, if the pain does not go away, it is strongly recommended that you seek medical attention as soon as possible.

  • Rose water is an excellent relaxing product:

The scent and sweetness of rose water make it ideal for everyone who needs to relax. To feel more relaxed, pour half a liter of rose water in your bath and rest. The effects will be immediate; you will feel more serene, and you will have evacuated your superfluous tensions.

5. How to use rose water?

The most common way to use rose water is to soak a cotton ball in it and wash your face or desired area every morning. In this case, rose water can replace your tonic. If you place a drop of sweet almond, argan, avocado or macadamia oil on this same piece of cotton, the rose water then becomes a powerful makeup remover that overcomes the most traces of mascara.

The same principle to enrich your body milk. Just add a teaspoon of rose water to your moisturizer bottle for a more original scent. You can also combine rose water with other beauty rituals and enrich your skin mask, shampoo, or perfume your bath with two tablespoons of rose water. One last little beauty tip for optimizing its anti-wrinkle power, summer, and winter, place your bottle of rose floral water in the refrigerator. The cold will multiply its tightening effects and give you a radiant and fresh complexion.

Originally published on Live Positively.