Rose water

Rose water

Rose water is a fragrant liquid made by steeping or distilling rose petals in water. It has been used for centuries in cooking, skincare, and traditional medicine. 🌹✨

Here’s a quick overview:

✅ Uses of Rose Water

1. Skincare & Beauty:

• Natural toner – helps balance skin’s pH.
• Reduces redness and irritation.
• Hydrates and refreshes skin.
• Can soothe acne, eczema, and sunburn.

2. Hair Care:

• Conditions hair and reduces dryness.
• Can calm scalp irritation and dandruff.

3. Culinary:

• Added to sweets, desserts, and drinks (like lassi, falooda, Turkish delight).
• Used in Middle Eastern, Indian, and Persian cuisine.

4. Health & Wellness:

• Aromatherapy – helps with relaxation, stress, and mood.
• Traditionally used for digestive discomfort.

🌿 How to Make Rose Water at Home (simple method)

1. Take fresh, organic rose petals (avoid pesticide-treated ones).
2. Rinse well and put them in a pot.
3. Add distilled water (just enough to cover the petals).
4. Simmer on low heat until petals lose color (don’t boil hard).
5. Strain and store in a clean glass bottle in the fridge.

👉 Shelf life: About 1–2 weeks refrigerated (or longer if distilled properly).