The Magic of Rose Water: An Elixir of Beauty and Home Care

Discover the benefits of rose water for your skin, hair and home. How to make it at home and why it is ideal for women 40-50+.

Rose water is not just a romantic memory of grandma's bathroom - it's also a true miracle of nature. What's more, it offers beneficial effects not only for skin and hair, but also for the home. In this article, you'll find out why it should be a staple in every woman's wardrobe - and how to make it at home.

Rose water has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, soothes irritation and reduces redness. It also hydrates the skin without weighing it down, making it ideal for women over 50, whose skin tends to be more sensitive and dry.

Rose water adds shine and vitality to hair. It is used, for example, as a rinse or a refreshing spray for the lengths. It helps with itchy scalp and promotes hair growth.

Did you know that rose water can also be used in the kitchen? Specifically, it is great for desserts, drinks, and oriental cuisine. It also scents laundry or serves as a gentle cleaning spray for face masks and pillows.

The easiest way is to distill rose petals. Use fresh or dried petals, distilled water, and a pot with a lid. You can find detailed instructions online, for example on organic recipe sites.

🟣 What you need:

• 2 handfuls of fresh rose petals
• Water
• Pot with lid
• Fine mesh/cloth
• Glass bottle with cap

🟢 Procedure:

1. Rinse the leaves in cold water, put them in a pot, and add just enough water to submerge them.
2. Bring to a boil, then put out the flame and cook for 20–30 min (until they turn pale).
3. Let it cool down, filter and pour into a bottle.
4. Store in the refrigerator – lasts approx. 1 month.

✅ Ideal for beginners or quick home care.

🟣 What you need:

• 2 handfuls of rose petals
• Distilled or boiled water
• Ice (ideally bags)
• Pot with a convex lid
• Glass/ceramic bowl inside the pot
• Bottle with cap

🟢 Procedure:

1. Place in the middle of the pot bowl, sprinkle leaves around it and pour water halfway up the bowl.
2. Cover the pot. upside down and heat over low heat.
3. Place on the lid ice – the steam inside will condense and drip into the bowl.
4. In approx. 1 hour the water is ready → pour it into a bottle and keep refrigerated.

✅ This is the royal method, the resulting water is usually cleaner, softer and more durable.

👉 Tip: Also see our article about MUCIN – snail miracle!

📚 You can find more about the effects of rose water on the website PURITY VISION®