Rose water is a by-product of rose oil through distillation of fresh rose petals. To make even a little of this oil, a large number of rose petals are used which makes this delicate extraction very expensive.
The benefits of rose water, along with rose oil, were first discovered in Persia.
Beauty Skin Care:
Generally rose essence, that is rose water and rose oil, is used in several therapeutic preparations, mainly for facial or skin treatment. Pure natural rose water is 100% free from artificial ingredients and perfumes and is used as a facial cleanser. Cleopatra, famous for her ancient beauty secrets, used rose water in her face masks.
Drinking Rose water:
One of the benefits of rose water is it can be used to make very nutritious drinks since it is rich in flavonoids, anti-oxidants, tannins and essential vitamins like A, C, D, E and B3. A delicious drink can be made by mixing rose water syrup in a cup of cold milk. Rose water is a mild sedative and anti-depressant. It enhances moods, helps relieve nervous tension and improves skin texture.
Skin infections:
Rose water is used to treat skin infections including dry scaly skin, oily skin, skin inflammation, dermatitis and eczema. Rose water is also a healing factor, and can be used in treating injuries. For sunburns, rose water can be rubbed over the affected area or when taking a bath, add a few drops and relax while the magic takes effect.
Insect bites:
When going on a safari or camping in a tropical region, it’s sure to be infested with mosquitoes. Rose water can be applied over insect bites like mosquito bites to stop the itchy feeling and reduce the inflammation.
Eye Fatigue:
For any eye pain or fatigue, gently dip a cloth in rose water and place it on your eyelids for a calming feeling that helps cool your eyes.
Acne:
Rose water is also an astringent which reduces redness or inflammation of skin. Inflamed pimples can be reduced by gently dabbing rose water on the affected area. Acne scars can be also diminished by making and applying a mixture of sandalwood, lemon juice and rose water on them.
Perfume:
Known for its beautiful scent, rose water is used as an ingredient for shampoos, soaps and air fresheners. Rose water fragrance perfume can be used to keep your body smelling fresh and clean after a bath and prevents bad odors from accumulating due to sweating.
Hair Care:
Hair care products and shampoos may use rose water as a key ingredient. It is nourishing to the scalp. Rose water strengthens the root hairs, promotes hair growth and revives the scalp, thus enabling blood flow to the scalp.
This article is only meant to be a home remedy guideline as per the recommendations listed in Wellnessbin. LBCI urges you to consult your doctor prior to engaging in home remedy trials.