Hillbrey Jonas
Wondering why you would want to make your own rose water? Well, for starters, this product has been used for thousands of years and even dates back to the years when Cleopatra was alive. Because of its anti-inflammatory, anti-septic and anti-bacterial properties, rose water is a multi-purpose product. It has been used and proven to work in treating skin problems like dry skin, skin inflammation, dermatitis and eczema. Not only can it be used in treating skin problems but also in preventing it. So don’t hesitate to add this to your beauty routine. It’s great for your hair, making it more manageable, smoother, shinier and healthier. It also helps reduce dandruff and promotes hair growth. Other uses include using it in food, as an air freshener, mouthwash and even drinking it to treat a sore throat, for hydration and as a mood enhancer. Rose water is such an easy and cheap substitution for all the expensive products you’ll normally have to go and buy. Why not make your own? Right in the comfort of your own home.
What you’ll need:
- 12 Organic roses (No pesticides)
- Distilled water
- Glycerine
- Empty spray bottle
Directions:
- Remove the stems and rinse the flower petals.
- Place the rinsed petals in a pot and add the distilled water.
- Once the water boils, reduce the heat to the lowest setting possible.
- Now, steep the rose petals for 30-40 minutes.
- Strain the mixture.
- Add one cup of the glycerine and stir the mixture.
- Using a funnel, pour the mixture into the spray bottle.
