Why Carisa focuses On The Rose For Skin Care
The science:
Roses boost the body’s circulation, while simultaneously purifying the blood by flushing out wastes and toxins. Rose petals are a staple in Ayurvedic medicine to calm, clear and soothe both mind and body. Rose oils help reduce swollen spots or redness on your skin. Its calming properties can also help sooth rosecea and eczema. As a natural astringent, roses help tighten pores and restore suppleness for a glowy complexion. Unlike conventional alcohol-based toners, this leaves skin feeling smooth, not dried out. Plus, the addition of glycerin and witch hazel make this recipe astringent and hydrating. The natural oils found in roses help lock moisture into the skin, keeping it silky smooth. They are especially good for sensitive skin because the sugars in rose petals soothe the complexion.
The naturally antibacterial rose water is great for treating acne and acne-prone skin. Plus, the sugars found in rose petals add to their soothing effect, helping calm down troubled complexions. Roses contain high amounts of vitamin C – a powerful antioxidant that can help strengthen skin cells and regenerate skin tissue. It also helps protect skin cells from sun damage other environmental toxins, thereby preventing premature ageing. Rose oils are not only incredibly moisturizing, they also help stimulate circulation in the skin while simultaneously tackling thread veins and broken capillaries. Roses contain high levels of vitamin C, oils and proteins, which help keep skin soft and moisturized. Plus, it has retinol (vitamin A), which treats lines, wrinkles and other visible signs of aging. Rose oils inhibit water loss from the skin and lower the concentration of cortisol (a stress hormone) in the body.
First, some tips
Use the freshest flowers you can find – ideally, they should be picked on the same day.
Where the recipe calls for rose water, you can buy it from the market (look for organic versions) or make it yourself.
Look for organic or pesticide-free blooms since these will be applied to your skin.
Make sure the rose water has NOTHING else in it even glycerin just rose water.
