BENEFITS

Rose water can be used as a mouthwash alternative Rose water has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory abilities that work to cleanse the mouth. Chwalek points to a study in which herbal mouthwash with rose water extract reduced pain and ulcers in patients suffering from aphthous stomatitis, or canker sores.

Rose water can be added to your Bath You do not have to be Egyptian royalty to drizzle a few drops into a steamy tub. A few drops of rose water or oil will leave your skin feeling soft and smelling great, says Chwalek. Rose water can be used in the Kitchen You can cook with rose water says Chwalek. The extract is traditional in Middle Eastern food like lamb stew, rice pudding, and salads. It is also not bad in cocktails. Water put together a comprehensive list of places (with recipes) to try rosy libations.

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Wet a soft cotton ball with chilled rose water and dab it on cleansed skin. Its mild astringent properties help tighten the pores and gently tone the skin. It can help to even out skin tone and also tighten pores. A mixture of lemon juice and rose water can be prepared for faster skin lightening.

With the addition of rose water, the mixture will not be as irritating as simply using lemon juice on its own.