Rose Water- A Natural Beauty Solution

Refresh and Nourish with Rose Water!

The effective use of Rose Water as a beauty product has been around for centuries however mast marketing of beauty aids have silenced its greatness. Recently a friend of mine lent me a favorite book of hers called My Secrets of Beauty written by Lina Cavalieri in 1914. Cavalieri's beautiful looks and voice led her to become a famous opera singer and one of the most photographed women of her time in which she was known as "The World's Most Beautiful Woman."
This book of hers has fascinated me and is truly inspiring and has brought me to experience with Rose Water. Even at the turn of the century women were seeking all natural ingredients for beauty products. Cavalieri used Rose Water in many of her recipes as found in her book and was one of her top essentials kept always on her personal vanity as well.
Rose Water is not only known for its decedent aroma, but it also serves as a natural healing astringents that gently cleanses the skin. Rose Water, being completely nourishing and hydrating treats acne,skin irritations and sun burns as well as tighten pores and prevent wrinkles.

This natural beauty product can be found at natural food stores or in pharmacies, but be careful when purchasing; you should seek only Rose Water of 100 percent purity; that means no preservatives! Pure rose water is simply the distilled water of roses typically made by stream distillation. It can be used alone or mixed with other natural products for great effects.

Uses of Rose Water

• Air Freshener
  Great for a quick fix of a stale room

• Facial Rinse
  After cleansing simply apply with a cotton ball


• Spritzer
  Spray on as a refreshing Skin Conditioner especially in the Summer


• Under Eye Treatment
  Saturate a cotton ball in the rose water then squeeze out excess. Freeze or refrigerator in a closed container. Do this the night before or at least an hour before use. When ready, dab under the eye. This is great for relieving those puffy dark circles and wrinkle prevention.


• Hydrate Eyes
  Add some Rose Water to a sterilized dropper. Add a few drops into each eye in the morning and evenings.


• Sunburns, Wounds, Aftershave
  Simply spray or dab on with a cotton ball


• Rose Bath
  Add a little Rose Water to your warm bath to sooth and nourish your skin and relieve fatigue.


• Promote Hair Growth
  Pour a little Rose Water over your head while showering or bathing. This promotes hair growth by increasing the blood supply to the scalp as well as reducing inflammation of the scalp while moisturising. Also, you may add to your shampoo.


• Relieve Sore Throat
  Gargle or rinse for relief.


• Use on Gums
  Rub a soaked cotton ball on gums. This also strengthens teeth and removes odor.
  
  
  Recipes using Rose Water


• Gentle Nourishing Facial Cleanser
  Mix one cup of Rose Water, 2 teaspoons of Glycerin & 5 drops of Rose Essential Oil. Apply with cotton ball or with fingers.


• Tighten Those Pores!
  Combine 1 1/4 Cup Rose Water, 8 drops of Glycerin, 3/4 cups of Witch Hazel. Shake in sealed glass container before each use. For oily skin use less glycerin. Apply with cotton ball or with fingers.


• Refreshing Perfume
  Add a few drops of Jasmine Oil as desired to a cup of Rose Water for a light luxurious scent. Store in a dark bottle out of sun.


• Soothing Rose Bath Bathe
  Add 1/2 cup of Rose Water and 1/2 cup Coconut Milk to a warm bath. Add Rose Petals if desired.


• Rose Moisturizer
  4 Teaspoons of Rose Water
  2 Vitamin E Capsules
  4 Teaspoons Olive Oil
  4 Teaspoons Honey
  4 Teaspoons Coconut Oil
  Break the Vitamin E Capsules into a mixing bowl. Combine the remaining ingredients and mix until smooth. Transfer to sealed container. Apply to face and neck. Refrigerate when not in use.
  
  Homemade Rose Water:
  2 Cups of Fresh Rose Petals
  2 1/4 Cups of Distilled Water
  
  Place the petals in a large sauce pan and cover with water. The water should come to the top of the petals. Simmer covered over low heat until the water is reduced by half. Let cool and drain. Store in a tight sterile jar.