The fragrance and beauty of a rose cannot be compared with any other flower. Rose is adored by the overwhelming majority of women, and those who publicly say they do not recognize this flower are surely cunning. The variety of colors of roses is so great that often women can not exactly determine what kind of look they like.
But everyone unanimously says that the stunning aroma of roses can not be confused with anything. No wonder the petals of this plant are made essential oil, which is considered one of the most expensive in the world. Just imagine: in order to get only 1 kg of rose oil, the manufacturer needs about 5 thousand kg of petals. Let's try to figure out what the same properties of rose oil and why it is so useful for the skin of the body, face and hair, and also talk about the impact it has on the body as a whole.
Rose oil: history and methods of obtaining
For the first time, rose flowers appeared in the mountains of South China, after which they first spread throughout India, and then they “moved” to Africa and “settled” in the Middle East. Since those times when the rose was brought to France, and began to flourish the era of rose oil. Resourceful French used it as a raw material for perfume compositions, added to cosmetic and medical preparations.
Today, rose oil is obtained from two main types of flower, which are called "damask" and "table" roses. Petals of these species are considered essential oil, while other types of roses are not suitable for the production of rose oil. Due to the fact that for the sake of oil production one has to cut off a huge number of rosebuds, it cannot be cheap. Always pay attention to the price of rose oil if you want to try it out when making homemade cosmetics: when the price of rose essential oil is too low, you may be trying to present cheaper geranium oil or sandalwood under the guise of a natural product.
The color of rose oil is not too different from the shades of other essential oils, but it can vary, depending on the place where the flowers grow, the time of day the buds are gathered, and even the weather conditions. For example, the standard yellow-green or rich yellow shade has rose oil created from flowers that grow in Bulgaria. By the way, at the moment it is this country that is considered the world leader in the production of rose oil. Rose essential oil made in Germany may be light green in color, but products imported from Africa may be yellow-orange or even amber. Sometimes the oil of rose petals is supplied in a thick form - it is a pale pink emulsion resembling margarine in consistency.
As usual, rose essential oil is obtained using the method of steam distillation. Very little oil is obtained at the output, but it is quite concentrated, so it should be added in the production of cosmetic products just a few drops. An interesting fact: the production of oil begins immediately after the harvest of the petals, because they are so delicate that they can start to deteriorate literally within a few hours after they are picked. If the rose petals are not processed during the day, then the possible amount of oil produced is reduced to 60-65%.
What is known about the beneficial properties of rose oil
As well as other ether-oil compositions, rose oil is also considered a source of useful substances. However, it is simply impossible to put it on one level with other compositions, because it is impossible to compare the aroma of rose oil with any other. However, there is a paradoxical fact: it acquires a gentle fragrance and unique lightness only after repeated dilution, while the concentrate has an extremely unpleasant smell.
Rose oil can be added to food (for example, dripped on a piece of sugar), cosmetics for hair and skin, as well as use it as a basis for aromatic therapy. We present to your attention some of its most useful characteristics:
1. Rose oil, if taken orally, helps normalize the cardiovascular system, the gastrointestinal tract, relieves diarrhea and successfully helps in the treatment of cholecystitis.
2. Often, they use the rose oil in their work and dentists, because it can reduce pain for several hours, eliminate the signs of periodontal disease and pulpitis.
3. Rose essential oil helps in the treatment of gynecological diseases in women, for example, he can cope with menstrual dysfunction and even cure bacterial inflammation.
4. The excellent analgesic properties of warm rose oil are used in the treatment of otitis, insomnia and headaches.
5. Of course, one should not lose sight of the effect of rose oil on the skin of the face. It can be added to creams, gels for washing, scrubs and emulsion for removing makeup. Allowed to wipe with a small amount of rose oil on the skin to increase elasticity and get rid of wrinkles.
6. It interacts with the essential oil of rose petals and with other oils, for example, with almond or coconut. They are allowed to mix and create effective hair masks. So, you can restore damaged and split ends, get rid of peeling and dandruff, smooth out naughty hair and nourish hair follicles.
Perfect silky skin: use of rose oil for the face
Just imagine: an ideal skin care product that combines moisturizing and emollient properties and a delicious, delicate fragrance that can hold onto skin for a long time. And all this is combined in one simple ingredient - rose oil.
Both young ladies can afford to exploit the oil of rose petals, for example, to combat acne and acne, and elderly women in order to smooth out the appearance of wrinkles and emphasize the oval of the face. Rose oil is suitable for all ages and skin types, so do not hesitate: purchase it and try to make a universal nourishing face mask.
Rose oil face mask
• 100 ml of mineral water without gas,
• Rose essential oil - 5 drops,
• Half a ripe avocado,
• Vitamin capsules A and E.
Remember that rose oil in its pure form is used quite rarely, so it is worth preparing special rose water for the mask. To do this, simply mix non-carbonated mineral water with rose oil and add 1-2 tablespoons to the mask. Avocado pulp need to crush, combine with pink water and add 2 capsules of vitamins. Now apply a nourishing emulsion on the face and rest for about 20 minutes. Remnants of the mask are recommended to be simply removed with a napkin.
Rose oil is great to cope with peeling, as well as heal minor wounds and scratches. And among other things, you will get more and persistent refined aroma. Your skin after such a mask will smell for several hours. Also, rose petal oil is suitable for lifting the neck and décolleté zones.
Rose oil for hair
Rose oil will undoubtedly become a constant companion of women who will discover for themselves its amazing regenerating and moisturizing properties. The most disobedient, curly hairs will become perfectly smooth, and the styling will no longer last for hours. In addition, rose oil is the best way to fight split ends and hair restoration after dyeing or curling.
The simplest mask you can make at home is nutritious with oils. It is a mixture of the following oils:
• Jojoba
• Shi,
• Almond,
• Sandalwood,
• Pink.
Rose essential oil will need only 1-2 drops, and base oils can be added by 1-2 tbsp. l To restore the structure and protect the hair, it is recommended to cover the roots and distribute the mixture of oils throughout the length to the ends of the hairs. But to strengthen split ends, it is better to initially apply and rub the oil composition in this area, and then on the remaining hair.
You can also add a few drops of amazingly fragrant rose oil to your conditioner or hair balm.
Rose oil for weight loss?
Organic natural rose oil, which is available in the form of body cream, will be a great way to combat excess weight, stretch marks and even cellulite. It is allowed to massage with him, rubbing a small amount in warm palms, moisturize the skin after a bath, sauna, shower or bath. You can achieve the best results if the body is initially steamed out before applying the cream.
The oil is perfectly absorbed, does not stain clothes and leaves no greasy film on the skin. The main rule: you should not try to smear the skin with a large amount of oil, as in this case it will be absorbed for quite a long time, and you may be haunted by the feeling that you covered it with wax. Enough small ball, the size of a nail.
In combination with active massage, rose oil helps to lose weight and eliminate cellulite. You can supplement and increase the effectiveness of the procedures with the help of ground coffee scrubs. After a peeling session at home, after leaving the bathroom, simply spread the problem areas with rose oil for the body. Naturally, the scrub can not be used daily, so in addition to pink oil, get a special massage brush or use a home massager.
So that the essential oil of rose has a qualitative effect on the problem areas of the body, face or scalp, it is worth adhering to the recommendations and following the recipe of masks. Do not overdo it, otherwise you may absolutely not notice improvements in the skin at best, or get the opposite effect at worst.
