In this article, I’ll be sharing some effective ways to use rose water on face and skin. It has numerous benefits for our skin. In India people are using rose water to beautifying their skin since ancient times.
Benefits of Rose Water For Skin
Rose water has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that helps in healing scars, soothe skin irritation and redness. It also revitalizes, tones, refreshes, nourishes skin and helps keep your pores clean and skin glowing. It helps maintain the pH level of skin and suitable for almost all skin types including sensitive acne prone skin.
1. Toner
This is the best way of applying rose water since you can get maximum benefits by using it as a toner. It is a great toner for oily, combination and acne prone skin because it helps soothe skin irritation, reduce redness and also treats infection due to having antiseptic properties in it. Moreover, people having dry and normal skin can also use this as toner. You can spray or apply pure rose water directly to your skin using a cotton pad.
However, if you want some extra benefits, here is some toner recipe which you can prepare at home.
Rose Water Toner Recipe For Oily And Combination Skin
Ingredients
- Rose water- 100ml
- Apple cider vinegar- 1 teaspoon
How To Make/Use
- Mix 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar in 100ml rose water. You can measure 100ml using a bottle or just buy a one having 100ml amount.
- After washing your face in the evening. Take few drops of this toner in a cotton pad and wipe all over your face avoiding eye area.
- Avoid going out while applying it.
- Do not use with retinoid, Vitamin C and other active ingredients.
This toner is suitable for oily and combination skin type. Apple cider vinegar in it helps cleanse and tighten skin and it also works as an astringent. So, it will be really helpful in achieving a clean and clear skin.
Rose Water Toner Recipe For Dry And Normal Skin
Ingredients
- Rose water- 100ml
- Sandalwood essential oil- 6-7 drops
- Glycerin- 2-3 drops
How To Make/Use
- Take 100ml rose water and add 6 to 7 drops sandalwood essential oil and 2 to 3 drops glycerin in it.
- Mix it well and store it into a bottle.
- Before each usage, shake the bottle and take few drops of toner on a cotton pad. Wipe it all over your face avoiding eye area.
- Then apply your regular serum and moisturizer.
Sandalwood essential oil is quite good for dry and irritated skin because it has a calming effect. Whereas, glycerin is a humectant that pulls water into outer layer of skin. Along with toning skin this mixture also hydrates and calm your skin.
2. Eye Mask
This is a great way to instantly rejuvenate and refresh dull and tired eyes. Take two round cotton pads and dip it into rose water. Place these over both of your eyes and keep it for 10 to 15 minutes. Then remove these pads and apply an eye cream to moisturize the eye area.
Do this before going to sleep, two to three times in a week or as per your requirements. This eye mask also help soothe and calm your eyes. For your eyes, always use a good quality and harmful chemical free rose water.
3. Face Pack
You can also prepare face mask using rose water and here is some recipe.
Rose water face pack for Spotless skin
Ingredients
- Orange peel powder- 1 tablespoon
- Honey- 1 tablespoon
- Rose water- 1 tablespoon
How To Use
- To make this face pack, mix all the ingredients in a bowl and apply it with your fingertips or a brush over cleansed face.
- Let it sit on your skin for 15 to 20 minutes and rinse off using normal water.
- Pat it dry and use aloe vera gel or any moisturizer of your choice.
- Do this in the evening or night time thrice a week.
Rose water face mask for clear and tight skin
Ingredients
- Gram flour (besan)- 2 tbsp
- Rose water- 3-4 tbsp
How To Use
- In a bowl, take gram flour and rosewater and mix it well to make a smooth medium consistency paste.
- Apply it over cleansed face with the help of brush or your fingertips.
- Do not move your face or talk while application.
- Allow it to sit on your face until it dries up completely.
- Splash some water to make it a bit soft then remove gently.
- Pat dry your skin and cover it with a good moisturizer.
- Use this pack once or twice a week.
Rose water face mask for skin lightening
Ingredients
- Cucumber juice- 1 tablespoon
- Lemon juice- 1 tablespoon
- Rose water- 1 tablespoon
How To Use
- To make this face mask, mix equal quantity of all the ingredients in a bowl.
- Apply it over cleansed and dried face with the help of cotton ball.
- Leave it for 20 minutes and wash off with normal water.
- Apply any moisturizer of your choice.
- Do this every night before going to sleep.
Rose water face pack for soft and plump skin
Ingredients
- Sandalwood powder- 1 tbsp
- Vitamin E oil- 1-2 drops
- Rose water- 2 tbsp
- Honey- 1 tbsp
How To Use
- Mix all the ingredients well to make a medium consistency paste.
- Apply the face pack over cleansed and dry face. Leave on for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Wash off with normal water then apply a light moisturizer.
- Use this twice a week.
5. Ice Cubes
Simply make ice cubes of pure rose water by freezing them in refrigerator. You can store them for a week. Before applying ice cubes wash your face using your regular cleanser to prevent germs and bacteria from being transmitted to your skin. Wrap ice cubes with a clean cloth and apply. You can use it in the evening after coming home from harsh sun rays. It will reduce skin tanning and tones your skin as well.
6. Body Serum
Our body’s skin needs nourishment just like our facial skin and this DIY body serum is an affordable and effective option. To make this serum, first take 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel and 1 tablespoon sweet almond oil. Blend both the ingredients well. After that, add 2 tablespoon rose water into the mixture of aloe vera and sweet almond oil. Mix it well and keep it into a thin runny consistency.
Apply this body serum after taking shower over slightly damp skin. you can use a body lotion over it, if your skin feels dry even after applying the serum.
These are some amazing ways to use rose water. The best thing is you can easily prepare all these recipe at home. So, do try them out.
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