The rose looks incredibly beautiful and has an enchanting, magical scent. But the flower can actually do much more and is increasingly being used in natural cosmetics. Whether for beautiful skin, as the ultimate hair care or for cooking in the kitchen - rose water is a true all-rounder! In this article we will explain to you how to make rose water yourself, what benefits it has for the skin and hair and how you can use it to prepare delicious desserts!
Make your own rose water – what’s behind nature’s miracle cure?
Rose water, also known as rose hydrosol, is actually a byproduct of the steam distillation of roses. Classically, the flowers of the Damask rose are used for production, which are characterized by a very strong and intense scent. Approximately 70% of the total world production of rose oil and rose water is obtained in Bulgaria and the largest cultivation area for the wonderfully fragrant flowers is located there. There are other growing areas in India, Morocco and the Middle East, especially in Lebanon and Iran. Pure rose water must always be alcohol-free and has a high proportion of essential oils.
Step-by-step instructions
Pure rose water is a real all-rounder for skin and hair care. And the best thing is that you don't have to fly to Bulgaria to do it - you can easily do it yourself in your own kitchen!
For this you will need:
- 300 ml distilled water
- 1 handful of fresh rose petals, without stems and pollen
And this is how it's done:
- Bring the water to the boil and pour it over half of the rose petals. Leave covered overnight or for at least 12 hours.
- The next day, strain the sub and stir in the remaining leaves. Let it steep for another 12 hours.
- Then pour the mixture through a coffee filter and remove the residue from the leaves.
- Now all you have to do is fill the rose water into a suitable bottle and ideally store it in the refrigerator.
Make your own rose water with rose oil
You have a bottle of rose oil lying around at home and don't know how to use it. Below we will show you howMake your own rose watercan, completely without petals and just a few drops of rose oil.
To do this you need:
- 1 liter of distilled water
- about 5-6 drops of rose oil
And this is how it is prepared:
- Heat the water to exactly 40 degrees and add the rose oil.
- Pour the mixture into a suitable dark bottle and shake well.
- Leave the rose water overnight in a dark place, preferably in a cupboard.
- The next day, shake again and strain through a coffee filter. And your homemade rose water is ready!
What benefits does rose water have for your skin and hair?
If you prefer to use natural cosmetics for your skin care, then rose water is just right for you! It is suitable for all skin types, moisturizes and has an anti-inflammatory effect.
- Rose water for acne and skin blemishes –The miracle cure has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects. This reduces sebum production, removes all blackheads and tightens the pores. Apply it to your face with a cotton pad 2 times a day and after just 1 week you will see the first results.
- Natural and alcohol-free make-up remover –Rose water has a deeply cleansing effect and is perfect as a make-up remover. Simply put a few drops on a cotton pad and gently cleanse your face.
- Anti-aging properties –The rose water is very rich in vitamin C and the moisturizing effect makes your skin look much fresher and more youthful.
- Rose water for a good mood –According to many scientific studies, the pleasant scent of roses has a positive effect on our mood and helps with depression and anxiety.
Pamper your hair with it
Anything that has a positive effect on the skin is also good for the hair.Rose water is perfect for hair conditionerand gives your mane a wonderful shine. To do this, you simply have to apply some rose water to the ends and lengths with a spray bottle and then let the hair dry or blow dry as usual. The flower not only smells heavenly - it contains many active ingredients that soothe sensitive scalps and help with dandruff.
Rose water recipes – delicious chocolate cookies
The miracle cure is not only used for skin and hair care - you can also use it to refine various dishes or drinks. The rose flavor provides a real treat for the palate and also has a detoxifying and calming effect on the stomach. First up, we have a recipe for incredibly delicious cookies with a touch of rose water - the perfect accompaniment to your afternoon coffee!
Chocolate cookies with rose water Ingredients:
- 230 grams of soft butter
- 140 grams of sugar
- 290 grams of wheat flour
- 1 EL Rosenwasser
- 1 TL Vanilleextrakt
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
Chocolate icing:
- melted dark chocolate
- dried rose petals
Preparation:
- Place flour and salt in a large bowl.
- Mix the butter and sugar with a hand mixer until smooth.
- Stir in rose water and vanilla extract and add everything to the flour.
- Stir into a smooth dough, cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 180 degrees and let the dough rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- Roll out the dough thinly and cut out cookies in the desired shape.
- Place on a baking tray lined with baking paper and bake for 20 minutes.
- Allow to cool completely, dip into the melted chocolate and decorate with dried rose petals. Bon appetit!
Simple strawberry tiramisu in a glass with rose water
Desserts in a glass have been gaining more and more popularity latelyand for good reason – they are heavenly delicious and light and can be prepared very quickly. Do you love tiramisu and enjoy experimenting in the kitchen? Then you should definitely try our next suggestion for the Italian classic in a different way!
Ingredients:
- 300 grams of strawberries
- 130 ml Sahne
- 250 Gramm Mascarpone
- 1 pack of vanilla sugar
- 4 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 9 ladyfingers
- 8 EL Rosenwasser
Preparation:
- Wash and clean the strawberries and puree them finely with 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar and the lemon juice.
- Beat the cream until stiff.
- Mix the mascarpone with the vanilla sugar and the remaining powdered sugar and add the cream.
- Crumble the ladyfingers, divide between 4 glasses and drizzle with a little rose water.
- Add the strawberry puree on top, then spread the mascarpone and repeat the process.
- Decorate with strawberries, chill for 2 hours and enjoy!
