I knew there was a reason that I loved roses and that they are my ultimate favourite flower.
Roses behold a wealth of amazing beauty properties, here are 10 interesting facts about my favourite floral property: Rose Oil.
Rose oil has been adored for centuries and, love it or hate it, rose has many uses in aromatherapy practice, as well as mainstream beauty products. Here are some fascinating uses of Rose oil you may not be aware of.
1. Rose essential oil is one of the most highly priced essential oils. Its difficult extraction process (and highly complex chemical make-up) contribute to its price. Expect to pay triple digits for a relatively small amount, don’t accept a cheap substitute or imitation.
2. Rose essential oil is gentle enough to use for mom in pregnancy – and for baby. Use in a massage lotion or cream to take care of both mum and baby’s skin care needs.
3. Rose was adored and revered throughout history, both as a plant and as an oil. Both Cleopatra (69 B.C. – 30 B.C.) and Joséphine de Beauharnais (wife of Napoleon I) (1763 – 1814) were reputedly fans of rose, in one format or another – as were the Romans who used it lavishly in their banquets and parties.
4. Rose oil is a natural Antibacterial product, combined with its cleansing properties, rose makes an ideal ingredient in face washes and cleansers.
5. Rose oil is a great anti-inflammatory property: It can also help sooth rosecea and eczema.
6. Antioxidants: Rose contains high amounts of vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant. This important vitamin can help protect skin cells from damage, such as from staying out in the sun too long. Some evidence even suggests that rose water can help prevent sunburn.
7. The natural oils found in roses help lock moisture into the skin, keeping skin feeling smooth.
8. Rose oil is naturally fragrant: Many organic beauty products choose to include rose for its delicate aroma instead of artificial fragrances.
9. When used aromatically, rose calms and soothes the mind. In fact, rose petals are a staple in ancient and modern Ayurvedic medicine to detoxify and calm.
10. Rose water helps tighten pores and restore suppleness for a glowy complexion. It does not strip the skin like some conventional alcohol based toners do.
