I have a new section for my blog called Herb, Tree, or Shrub; this will not only describe the featured post but also explain the benefits that come with them. For the first one, I decided to talk about Roses! Before you say anything, I know. Roses don't fall into any of the three categories, I thought that Roses are too good of a flower to pass up. Now that I have said that, shall we begin?
Scientific Name: Rosa
Origin: Asia, North America, Europe, and northwest Africa.
Facts: There are over a hundred species. Although you may call them thorns, they are actually prickles.
Rose Oil & Flower Benefits:
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antibacterial
- Toner: This can help reduce pores and leave your skin moisturized and glowing.
- Fragrance: The aroma of the flower can let off a relaxing essence. With its soothing fragrance, it is perfect for your lotions and lip balms.
- Antioxidant: With its high amount of Vitamin C, it can help with skin cell repairing. Thus, making it great for your sunscreen!
- Antidepressant
- Antiseptic
- Antispasmodic: relieve muscle spasms, cramps, and muscle pulls.
- Antiviral
- Purifies the blood
- Fades scars
- Menstruation: Helps regulate, eases cramps, reduces pain.
- Helps your liver
- Promotes circulation
- Great for headaches
- Boosts confidence
How I Use Roses:
When I take the petals I store them in my pantry to dry out for about a week or until they are dried completely. When that is done, I make a scrub and add the rose petals into my mixture. For lotions and chapsticks, you will want to use rose water.
Rose Water:
- Boil the amount of water you want into a small pot.
- Add a handful of dried rose petals
- Simmer until all the color has faded out of the petals.
- Poor the water and petals through a strainer so you remove the petals.
- With your water you can pour that into an empty glass container and throw away the petals.
- Let the water cool and now you have Rose water! You can store in the fridge for about a week or so.
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