Rose water, or Gulab Jal, sounds like a royal roadmap of sorts, at least for us multicultural people of the 21st century. Extracting essential oils is one of the most common uses of rose. It is also used to flavor tea and as an ingredient in perfumes. Another common use of rose is to make rose water, a byproduct of rose oil.
Benefits of rose water that will change your life
1. Rose Water Soothes Irritated Skin
Rose water is ideal for treating skin conditions such as
eczema and psoriasis. The anti-inflammatory properties of pure rose water
relieve the itching and inflammation caused by these conditions.
2. Rosewater Reduces Eye Bags
Simply use a spray of rose water and squeeze a little on a
cotton ball. Place the cotton ball on your eyes, lie down and rest for 10
minutes. Rose water can also be used to get rid of dark circles under the eyes,
but if used regularly, the results are only visible after 3 to 4 weeks.
3. Rose Water Has Antiseptic and Antibacterial Properties
Rose water has antifungal and antibacterial properties,
making it an effective remedy in the fight against infections. Rose water is an
effective alternative to tap water for rinsing the eyes when irritating
substances enter them. However, as the eyes are sensitive to dust and
infections, care must be taken to ensure that the rose water used is pure and
free of additives. It protects against dust and pollutants in the air, redness
and irritation of the eyes and harmful ingredients in cosmetics.
For the same reason, rose water is also effective against
acne. In addition to its cleansing power, its ability to remove oil and dirt
and its antibacterial properties can help reduce acne and prevent future
breakouts.
4. Rose Water Gives Hair a Natural Shine
Rose water applied to the scalp removes oil and dirt and
restores hair's natural shine. Rose water works as a natural cleanser and
conditioner instead of a shampoo.
5. Rose Water Moisturizes and Refreshes the Skin
Rose water is a naturally derived lotion that does not
contain any chemicals. Rose water lotions are excellent for removing dirt and
excess oil from the pores without disturbing the natural pH balance.
6. Rose Water Can Reduce Dandruff
Rose water
can be used on the hair and scalp to combat dandruff. It is suitable for
moisturizing and softening the hair. To better fight dandruff, fenugreek seeds
can be prepared by soaking them in rose water overnight and grinding them into
a semi-liquid paste. This paste is applied directly to the scalp, left on for
an hour, and then rinsed off with shampoo. This method is effective when used
once a week.
