Rose water - Rosa Damascena
♦ Antibacterial
♦ Reduces skin redness
♦ Helps against impure skin and acne
♦ Fights inflammation
♦ Provides good moisture
Rose water is produced by distilling rose petals, the essential oils from the rose petals are evaporated and you are left with a mixture of rose oil and water = rose water.
There are a number of benefits of rose water . Rose water is antibacterial, soothing, healing and has antiseptic properties. The water is very rich in flavonoids and vitamins, including A, C, D, E and B3. Rose water can reduce the risk of bladder infections and heart disease, ease digestive problems and reduce skin irritation.
Rose water is safe and gentle for all skin types. Rose water works well on dry and mature skin, as well as oily skin with acne. Rose water has a nourishing effect that helps reduce redness in the skin.
Rose oil in rose water stimulates the activity of keratinocytes (skin cells) . These cells help to heal and protect the skin from damage. Keratinocytes have anti-inflammatory properties that kill bacteria and fight inflammation. The water is therefore effective against impure skin and acne.
