ROSE WATER - HOMEMADE...!

Homemade Natural Rose Water:

Making rose water is super simple. It only takes minutes to make a beautiful tonic for the skin that can be used as much as you desire. 

There are two ways to make rose water as the hydrosol method (Distilling) and the basic method (Simmering). I will be teaching you the basic method in this post, but if you would like to learn how to make a rose hydrosol (which is clear in color) then check out my post on how to make it.

Distilling Method Vs Simmering Method

There are two relatively easy ways to make rosewater at home. The easiest and quickest way is by simmering rose petals (dried or fresh) in water. The result is a fragrant, rose-colored water. This method is suited best for recipes and uses that will not sit around very long as it has a limited shelf life.

The distilling method technically makes a hydrosol. It is also quite easy to make, albeit slightly more time-consuming, and rose hydrosol is clear and much more shelf stable.

Here we are going to know about 2 best methods of preparing rose water at home. Let’s get started.

Method to Make Rose Water

There are two different ways to make rose water, either by simmering or distillation.

METHOD 1: SIMMERING METHOD (BASIC METHOD)

Things needed :

Rose Petals 

Saucepan With Lid

Nut Bag Or Several Thicknesses Of Cheesecloth

Dark Bottle For Storage (Spray Nozzle Optional)

Directions:

·        The petals must be freshly picked. Pesticides or chemicals should not be used while growing them, which is why it makes sense to use roses that you have grown yourself.
·       Pick flowers two to three hours after sunrise when the morning dew has evaporated. Use only petals, not the stem and leaves.Wash thoroughly to remove bugs and dirt particles.
·       Measure Use 1/2 to 3/4 cup if you are using fresh petals. If 1/4 cup of dried rose petals into your saucepan.
·       Pour 1 1/2 cups water into your saucepan.Cover and bring to a boil. The water should be steaming hot not boiling hot.
·       Reduce temperature to the lowest setting that still allows the water to simmer until the color of the rose petals has faded. You will see the rose oil floating on the surface.
·       This only took about 5-10 minutes. Leave the lid on and cool completely.
·       Pour water and petals through the nut bag or cheesecloth and strain into a measuring bowl with a pour spout .
·       Pour strain water into a dark, clean bottle.Store in the refrigerator for several weeks or on the counter for up to one week days at room temperature or up to a month in the fridge

METHOD 2: DISTILLATION METHOD (HYDROSOL METHOD)

It is a time taking method in which it goes through the process of condensation.

Things needed :

Rose Petals 

Water

Ice

Large Stock Pot with Lid

Clean Brick (A Real Brick, From A House)

Metal Bowl or Heat-Safe Glass Bowl

Dark Bottle for Storage (Spray Nozzle Optional)

Directions:

·        The petals must be freshly picked. Pesticides or chemicals should not be used while growing them, which is why it makes sense to use roses that you have grown yourself.
·       Pick flowers two to three hours after sunrise when the morning dew has evaporated. Use only petals, not the stem and leaves.Wash thoroughly to remove bugs and dirt particles.
·       Here we place a bowl inside the boiling pot and collect the rose water that drips from the underside of the lid.
·       Place a small metal stand inside the boiling pot.
·       Measure and Use 3-5 cups if you are using fresh petals and gently press them down so they are around the brick and under the metal bowl.
·       Else have 1 1/2 cups of dried rose petals into the stock pot. Put them down around the brick making sure not to get any into the bowl. Then place a bowl on the stand and pour these rose petals along sides of the pot.
·       Now add enough water in the pot till they cover rose petals.
·       Cover the pot with the lid in upside down way and bring it to a boil.
·       Be sure that the bowl and pot should be in the appropriate size that the inverted lid should cover the pot and the handle of the lid should be placed in the bowl.
·       Put the lid upside down and hold the ice cubes in the inverted space to encourage the steam to condense and subsequently drop into the bowl.
·       It’s time to place some ice cubes on the lid and simmer the heat to medium low for 20 – 30 minutes.
·       This will allow the steam to collect and drip down to the center of the lid and eventually drip into the bowl.
·       Add more ice cubes till the condensation process forms the rose water.
·       Turn off the heat whenever the petals turn to white and remove the bowl from the pot.
·       Let it cool for few minutes and pour it into a dark and clean bottle.
·       Very carefully lift the lid so that none of your melted ice water falls into the pot. Carefully pour the rosewater that has collected in the bowl into your dark bottle.
·       This will last much longer at room temperature (up to 6 months, although it doesn’t stick around that long in my house) but you could always store it in the refrigerator to be sure it keeps well

Note:

If you don’t have any metal stand to place inside the pot then use ceramic balls or a clean brick. The concept is that the bowl should not touch the pot and also not to get heated.

pour 1 ½ cups of dried rose petals (or 3 – 5 cups of fresh petals) into a stock pot with a brick in the center. Place a metal bowl on brick and pour water into the pot and invert the lid to cover the stock pot and do the same as mentioned in the above process.

ROSE WATER - ITS NATURAL REMEDIES FOR SKIN, HAIR AND FACE..!

Rosewater is exactly as it sounds, roses + water, Plus it smells awesome and more often known as ‘Gulab Jal’ Since the ancient times as it is a by-product of the production of rose oil. It is one of the most used ingredients in perfumes, cosmetics, food and also medication preparation plus the bonus of the anti-inflammatory and hydrating advantages of rose.

Rose water is not only beautifully fragrant but extremely versatile. Rose is unique in that it’s awfully good at what it does, no matter the application. It has an extensive range of uses including facial toner, hair perfume, cooling mist, and linen freshener. Rose petals are edible and rosewater has a place in the culinary world as well.

I’m pretty obsessed with roses not only for their beauty or their lovely aroma, but for their medicine. That’s right, the seemingly delicate rose is one of the most powerful herbal allies one can enlist. There is hardly any skin condition that can survive the healing touch of rose.

As you may already know One can ease their heavy hearts or slow a racing pulse with a dropper of tincture. A swipe of rose vinegar can pull heat from sunburn; a smear of rose jam can bring a sense of wellbeing to anyone who eats it. Rose infused honey is a joy to add to teas, pastries, or even straight off the spoon!

One of my favorite ways to use rose is by spiriting rose water all over my skin. It has been amazing for controlling acne breakouts!

Rose water can be used to replace some or all of the water in things like soap, hair rinse, and hair detangling spray. As a side note, it will have little impact on the final color of your soap and will definitely not turn it pink.

Since the ancient times, Rosewater has claimed to be highly prized for its source of perfume, medicinal use, and nutritional properties. Its importance and potential in the skincare regimens is unmatched.

Rosewater is known to help the skin maintain its pH level, and when used as a toner and cleanser , it helps the skin bound with the goodness of the world.

It is not only used for fragrance but also for its versatile uses like a natural toner, cleanser, cooling mist, sunburn soother, mood enhancer, linen freshener, hair perfume, perfumed sprays, soothes certain skin irritations, moisturizers, stress reliever, clears dark circles or puffy eyes, heals scars, balance your skin’s pH and while mixing your face pack.

So, we all use rosewater which is brought from the market but did you know whether they are pure or not? It has some chemicals and preservatives which cause harm to your skin.

We all know that using organic products will give effective and safe results without much cost. Then why don’t we prepare rose water at home and use it? Did you know that it’s very simple to make it at home? Yes, scroll down to know how to prepare a natural rose water at home.

Rose water can be used in many different ways in your beauty routine. It is like a miracle potion for a beautiful skin and hair. Not only will you learn how to make homemade rosewater, but you’ll get a DIY Rosewater Face Toner recipe too!

Following step will help you to prepare rosewater at your door step as follows as,

1. Choosing Of Petals And Tips
2. Homemade Rose Water3. Face Toner Recipe - Rose Water4. Benefits

DIY - HOMEMADE TONER

What Is Toner?

          Toner is a water-based liquid with a consistency like vinegar that contains active ingredients to help address specific issues.

A toner's function is to complete the cleansing of your skin—removing the dust, pollution, and impurities that can still be lingering after washing with a cleanser, as cleansers usually contain ingredients such as oil, which can leave a film on your face

Not only does it remove debris like oil and traces of makeup, but it soothes, repairs, and smooths the skin’s surface—diminishing blemishes and minimizing signs of redness and inflammation

How Should A Toner Be Used? 

         After using a cleanser with warm water and a washcloth, splash your face with cold water. Then, saturating two cotton pads, use toner on your face, neck, and décolletage at night to complete the cleansing of the skin, and in the morning to remove sebum produced during the night and to balance your skin's pH. Finish by applying your treatment products and/or cream.

What's In A Good Toner?

I’d look for rosewater—for its hydrating, clarifying, and energizing properties—or chamomile, which is wonderful for calming and soothing the skin. Next to rose water I would like to look for green-tea toner, an apple-cider vinegar toner.

Or both! Alcohol is usually found in astringent toners for oily skin as their function is to dry out the skin and be especially anti-bacterial—but you don’t want to use those excessively because it will over-dry the skin. Alcohol isn't bad for your skin, but it just depends on the percentage.

Is It Right for Every Skin Type?

Since the product itself is meant to absorb and control all of the dirt and oil clogged deeply into our pores, toner is only necessary for those with greasy or acne-prone skin, right? Wrong. Today’s toners are high quality and made with many of the same ingredients you might find in your other skin-care products. Some of the best toners for acne-prone skin contain exfoliating ingredients like amino fruit acids or glycolic acid, while toners made for sensitive skin types are made with soothing thermal spring water.

After cleansing your skin, pour two to three drops onto a cotton pad—this works best because it doesn’t absorb too much of the liquid and easily transfers product to your face. Make sure you get enough product on the cotton pad so that it feels damp but not too wet so that you’re wasting the liquid . Smooth a small amount across your face, neck, and décolletage, adding enough pressure to reach deep into your pores but not too much force so as to pull at the skin.

Toners are not necessary for everyone , but they can be a great adjunct to a skincare regimen for those that need help with oily skin or markedly plugged pores. My main use for toners are in my acne patients

For the Homemade Face Toner:

Rose water Toner

Things needed :

1 T pure rosewater (recipe above)

about 4 T of distilled water (or enough to fill your spray bottle)

1 2.5 ounce spray bottle

Direction:

1.   Combine all ingredients in spray bottle and shake.2.   To apply: spray directly on face or spray a cotton pad and wipe face to remove any residue.

NOTES

       Using 7 stems makes around 1.5 litres of rosewater. This seems like a lot but it keeps for a long time in the fridge. Just store in a sealed, glass container until ready to use.

Green-Tea toner:

Things needed :

green tea

honey

jasmine essential oil

airtight bottle

Direction:

1.   make one cup of green tea, add half a teaspoon of honey. Mix well.
2.   After the mixture’s cooled, add three drops of jasmine essential oil and pour into an airtight bottle.
3.   There’s your toner! Just store it in a cool place.

An Apple-Cider Vinegar Toner:

Things needed :

Lemonapple cider vinegarmineral waterairtight container

Direction:

1.   Mix the juice of one lemon with one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar. Then, mix in 200 mL of mineral water.

2.   Again, pour into an airtight container and store it in a cool place. But, because lemon is photosensitive, only use this one at night

Benefits Of Toner

1. It shrinks pores.

Applying a small amount of toner to a soft cotton ball or pad and gently blotting and wiping your face with it will remove oil and give the appearance of smaller pores.

2. It restores your skin's pH balance.

Our skin is naturally acidic, typically with a pH balance of between five and six (on a scale from 0 to 14). But that balance can get out of whack after cleansing due to the alkaline nature of soap. When this happens, your skin needs to work overtime to return to its normal levels (and that may result in oil), but using a toner can help restore this balance quickly.

3. It adds a layer of protection.

Toners can help close pores and tighten cell gaps after cleansing, thus reducing the penetration of impurities and environmental contaminants into the skin. It can even protect and remove chlorine and minerals present in tap water.

4. It moisturizes.

Some toners are humectants, which means they help to bind moisture to the skin.

5. It refreshes skin.

Toner can also be used in lieu of washing your skin when it's oily or dirty. It will leave your skin revitalized even when you're on the go.

6. It can prevent ingrown hairs.

Toners containing glycolic or other alpha hydroxy acids can help to prevent ingrown hairs, so it also aids in grooming.

7. Full body protection 

 That’s right, a toner isn’t just for your pretty face! I’m not suggesting you go through a bag of cotton balls doing a full head-to-toe, but it can be used for cleansing and removing excess oil from breakout spots like your chest, back, neck, and shoulders.

How Often Should You Use One?

While it’s true that overuse of toners can cause your pores to overproduce oil—a natural defense mechanism when your glands feel too stripped of moisture—it’s safe to apply both morning and night, especially if you’re oily. “Use it directly after you cleanse your face, before any serums and treatment products, as a second defense against that dirt and grease,” says Schlessinger. If your skin is on the drier side, stick to using toner just at night, says Schlessinger. By doing so, you’ll be removing any pore-clogging impurities that will further saturate your skin during your eight hours of snooze time and instead help your skin in its nightly renewal process.

The bottom line: The next time you’re wondering whether or not you really need to add another step to your skin-care routine, remember not to tune out toner. It eliminates dirt, grease, and grime to help clear your complexion and make the rest of your products work better.

CHOOSING ROSE PETALS AND MORE TIPS - ROSE WATER

CHOOSING ROSE PETALS 

There are over a hundred different varieties of roses. Choose the fresh organic roses which will have a sweet smell, delicate and suitable for consumption but not the hybrid one that florists offer.

You are lucky enough to have roses growing in your garden to use them for making rosewater as it will be pesticide-free rose petals so that your finished rosewater is not full of chemicals.

 You pick your own roses from in the early morning when the blossoms are the most fragrant and make rose water as soon as you can for best results. But you can also purchase roses but they should be from an organic source.

It is important to It’s possible to use dried petals. I particularly love when I’m lucky enough to having wild roses in rose water preparation across them. Another option is to use lavender flowers. Follow the directions below for the dried petals and use the lavender water in place of the rosewater in the following recipes.

It is very important to make sure you source high quality roses. I strictly get my dried rose petal which have fragrance is strong and the color pay off in beauty recipes is often a rich ruby hue.

TIPS AND PRECAUTIONS:

1. Choose the fresh organic roses which will have a sweet smell, delicate and suitable for consumption (prefer the one from the garden) but not the hybrid one that florists offer.

2. Regular usage of rose water will tighten up the pores, brings a natural glow and nourishment, prevents signs of aging, refresh and rejuvenate your body, relieves your stress and depression.

3. You can also make rose water based on essential oils by simply mixing 12 drops of rose essential oil in 1 cup of distilled water. Stir well by adding 1 teaspoon of vodka (to prevent oil floating on the top) and pour it in a glass bottle.

4. Always use distilled or filtered water for preparing rosewater.

BEST KEPT SECRET !

RICE WATER

          You have been missing out! A fabulous recipe to cleanse, tone, and purify the skin. Have you ever washed your face with rice water? If NO, get know about it now and try it.  This rice water toner uses only rice and water as its ingredients. Rice water contains beneficial skin properties such as Vitamins B1, C, E, and minerals, as it will cure acne, dark spots and scars, tighten and shrink pores, and prevent and erase wrinkles.

RICE WATER

          It’s so easy to make and use, leaving your skin soft and clean. Another best part of this fermented rice water is that it can be used for hair for cleaning apart other things from supermarket.

What is Rice Water?

          Rice water is simplest mixture, that water which is leftover after washing off rice in preparation for cooking rice. It can be concentrated or diluted and even fermented to carry out the majority of its payback.

          Rice water contains nutrients that can strengthen hair and restore skin when used as a hair wash or face wash and also it is an easy and natural way to care for your hair and skin.

Best Kept Secret!

          Since ancient times, across the Asian continent that rice water has been used in eastern medicine to keep skin and hair grow strong and shiny and the best part of rice water is that you won’t find any sulfates or silicates in a bowl of rice water and  you can whip it up in your own home at a price which can’t be beaten at any cost.

          The majority of us possibly came across different sources mentioning the usage of rice in skin and hair products. And then a reasonable question rises: “Is it possible to wash hair with fermented rice water?” Yes, definitely! But if you wish to take out much of usefulness from natural procedure, follow simple steps and prepare everything in a right way.

How to Make Rice Water recipe and body scrub for Skin :

          here are a few fast and simple recipe for preparing a batch of rice water .

You’ll Need:

 white rice 

·        cup rice (Brown, white long grain, white short grain, jasmine or white rice)

          water (no fluoride )

Technique 1: Boiled Rice Water

1.     To make concentrated rice water , simply cook white rice in a pot of water (more than required water to cook rice).

2.     After the rice has cooked, strain it out in aseparate container and let it cool down

3.     The water will be a vivid white color, and have high concentration of nutrients. On the other hand, don’t use it at high concentration.

4.     Instead, dilute a few tablespoons of this concentrated rice water into a cup of clean water, making a barely milky-looking mixture.

Technique 2: Quick Rice Water

1.     Simply take two cups of water and put a cup of rice into it, rinse your rice to remove any dirt or debris.

white rice with water to remove floating dirt or debris

2.     Then, place your rinsed rice into a pot and cover with water.

white rice with water to sit for 15mins

3.     Let the rice sit in the water for about 15 minutes. During this time, all the vitamins and minerals from the rice will percolate into the water.

4.     After the 15 minutes have elapsed, drain the rice, catching all the water into a bowl or jar. Save your rice for cooking!

Finally "rice water"

Technique 3 : Body Scrub For Skin

1.     As boby scrub  it can be made using the left over rice from making rice water.

2.     To the left over rice , add 1 or 2 tsp of olive oil and lemon juice , if you u wish you can add a few drops of essential oil to it.

3.     This rice scrub on skin makes exfoliate the dead skin and nourish the skin cells

Direction To Use:

You can use the rice water  for skin in a couple of different ways:

• ·        As a cleansing water: spray the rice water on your face before or after cleansing with a mild cleanser to infuse the skin with all the amazing vitamins and minerals.
• ·        As a toner: Dab a little bit of the rice water onto a cotton pad and rub all over face and neck in the morning and before bed.
• ·        As a scrub : apply the scrub even on the skin and massage in circular motion .leave it for 10-15mins  and rinse off with cold water so that dead cells exfoliate and nourish.

How to Make Fermented Rice Water Shampoo for hair :

          Rice contains so called “water-soluble vitamins” and “minerals” and it is more abundant of vitamins of B group and the process of fermentation method will make the process of protein turn into amino acids, so nutrition value of such rice is very rich.

What is Fermentation?

          Fermentation is the conversion of a carbohydrate such as sugar into an acid or an alcohol. Example, the yeast to change sugar into alcohol or the use of bacteria to create lactic acid in certain foods.

          Fermentation lowers the PH of the rice water which is similar to our hair’s pH (slightly acidic).as a result slightly acidic pH plus added nutrient through fermentation process restores hair pH balance, nourishes hair follicles to promote hair growth and conditions.vitamin B helps to produce black pigment

You’ll Need:

·        cup rice (Brown, white long grain, white short grain, jasmine or white rice)

·        water (no fluoride )

Technique 1: Fermenting Rice Water ( same as Quick rice water)

1.     Simply take two cups of water and put a cup of rice into it, rinse your rice to remove any dirt or debris.

2.     Then, place your rinsed rice into a pot and cover with water.

3.     Let the rice sit in the water for about 15 minutes. During this time, all the vitamins and minerals from the rice will percolate into the water.

4.     After the 15 minutes have elapsed, drain the rice, catching all the water into a bowl or jar. Save your rice for cooking.

5.     Allow it to sit in a jar at room temperature for one or two days (in warmer climates, the fermentation process will take less time ).

6.     When a slightly sour smell arises from the rice water , stop the fermentation process by keeping the solution in the fridge .this fermentated rice water is very potent , so dilute with cup of warm water before using it for best results

Direction to Use :

·        Rice shampoo works in different way and don’t expect immediate results after first use

1. Before taking shower, you got you hair wet, pour rice water very slowly and massage it gently using fingertips.
2. Do the massage for about 5 minutes. Make sure you wet hair with rice water completely.
3. Then rinse your hair with cool water. 
4.  After washing your hair with rice water, don’t use blow dryer – let it dry in natural way. Don’t worry about unpleasant smell of fermented rice water on your hair – once your hair is dry this scent will disappear.
5.  It is not necessary to wash your hair every day, two times a week will be enough.

Benefits of rice water :

•  Hair grows at faster rate
• It is really effective to treat dandruff
•  Starch present in rice water will kill the lice along with nits
• On using regularly it decrease acne
•  It helps to remove the de-tan
•  It add shine to your hair and helps to keep it strong and healthy
•  It act as an astringent on skin and tighten the pores
• It helps to revitalize the skin and make  it smooth and bright.
• Effective remedies for rashes and irritating skin condition
•  It cools down sun burns and gives cooling effect to inflammation.

Note:

Ø just keep using it daily until you start to see a difference, but this stuff works fast!

Ø You can keep the rice water in the fridge in an airtight container for 5days and not more

Ø It’s extremely cheap ,very effective and easy to make it.

Ø Never boil rice water for fermentation process.