HOW TO USE ROSE PETALS
Rose, a gentle yet powerful herb, has proved to be so much more than its beauty and rich, floral aroma. It has been and continues to be used in many fun and unique ways. Traditionally, rose petals have been used in teas, cordials, syrups, and honey making them a great complement to cocktails. With botanicals on the rise, It’s common to see companies incorporating rose into everything from vinegar, kombucha, jams, chocolate, and sparkling beverages.
Using rose petals internally is one way to get its wonderful benefits, but why stop there? Skincare is
one of the most amazing ways to experience the magic of rose. Rose petals can be infused into oils, made into face masks, distilled into hydrosols, or even infused into witch hazel. One unique way companies are using rose petals in their skincare products these days is through the process of fermentation. We all know about fermented foods but have you heard of fermented skincare? Fermented rose petals make a great exfoliant while enhancing the skin’s microbiome.
ROSE PETALS PAIR WELL WITH
While rose pairs beautifully with so many herbs, here are 4 herbs to get you started:
Chamomile
This aromatic flower contains an anti-inflammatory volatile oil that makes it an excellent herb to use topically on dried skin. When paired with rose’s content, it not only calms but rejuvenates the skin. It is a great herb to infuse into oils, creams, lotions and face masks.
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Lavender
Lavender, like rose, is often found in soaps, perfumes and cosmetics.When mixed with rose, this combination can soothe skin. This duo is perfect in toners, creams and face masks.
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Lemon Balm
Lemon balm, much like rose, is an aromatic herb with a mild action. They are both calming and nourishing to the heart and make a wonderful pair for opening the heart. Its delicate lemon-mint flavor blends with rose petals in tea blends.
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Hawthorn Berries
Hawthorn, another member of the Rosaceae family, is a wonderful herb to pair with rose in tea blends. It is considered a tonic. This combination makes the perfect blend for a calming, heart-opening tea.
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