Benefits of DIY Rose Water
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Being the holy water of the skincare world, Rose water has the power to elevate your skin and hair health. Several products infused with Rosewater are readily available in the market. But nothing can beat the Rose water that is freshly prepared by you at home. So, learn to prepare Rose water at your home with no chemical preservatives, toxic chemicals, synthetic dyes, and fragrances. Read further to know about the benefits of Rose water and multiple ways to use it.

How to Prepare Fresh Rose Water at Home?

Homemade Rosewater is always better than store-bought ones. At home, you can prepare it fresh without any chemical preservatives, fragrances, and dyes. While preparing the Rose water at home, make sure to use a rose that is not exposed to pesticides or insecticides. Here is the easiest step-by-step guide to making natural Rose water all by yourself:

  • Collect fresh roses and remove the leaves and stalks of the flower. Once the petals are separated, add them to a bowl of water.
  • Now take a pot and fill the rose petals in it. Add distilled water to cover the rose petals. Make sure not to add too much water. So, you can get rose water in the right consistency. 
  • Cover the pot with a lid turn the heat and boil it.
  • Once it boils, switch off the flame and allow it to rest until the water reaches room temperature. 
  • Once it is free of heat, take the pot strain the petals using a muslin cloth, and pour the rose water into a clean bottle.

Once you strain the rosewater, you can discard the petals. You can keep this rose water for a month in the refrigerator and use it whenever needed. 

Benefits of Rose Water

Incorporating rose water into your beauty regimen can help you in various ways. Enriched with anti-inflammatory properties, it can help you to soothe skin irritation. Regular use of rose water can also balance the pH of your skin and control excess sebum production. It is also known to improve skin complexion and add a touch of radiance to your face. 

Rose water not only improves your skin condition but also helps your hair in numerous ways. As it is a mild astringent, Rose water can help you reduce excess oil and dandruff from your hair. If you are a dry or curly hair beauty, spraying rose water on your hair will reduce the frizz and make your hair shiny.

Ways to use Rose Water for your Face and Hair

To reap the benefits of Rose water for your hair, you can add it to your shampoo or conditioner, use it as a post-shampoo rinse, or spray it on your hair and scalp. For your face, you can use it as a toner, refresh your makeup, enhance your face mask, and boost your bath with a few drops of Rose water.

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