Rose is the queen of flowers. Admiring its regal appearance and enjoying its bright aroma, we do not think about how useful it can be for humans. What are rose petals used for? Their use began in ancient times; for the needs of traditional medicine, cooking and cosmetology, they became a real first-class find. Nowadays, the benefits from them have not only not decreased, but have also increased significantly.
Collection of raw materials
How to use rose petals? They can be used both fresh and dry. The color and variety of the plant do not play a special role, however, certain recommendations for collecting buds still exist. Thus, it is customary to stock up supplies in the morning or immediately after rain. The collected raw materials can be used immediately without undergoing any pre-treatment. If there is no need for this, the petals are dried in a room with an excellent ventilation system.
About the benefits of roses
What chemical composition do rose petals have? Their use for medicinal purposes is due to the presence of such useful components as carotene, vitamins B and K, ascorbic acid, resins, mucus and sugar. In addition, they contain essential oils. Thanks to such an amazing and harmonious composition, flowers are able to minimize inflammatory processes, kill bacteria, have a calming effect on the body, and reduce pain and spasms.
Red flowers
Much attention should be paid to the color of the plant. First, let's talk about why red rose petals are needed. Their use is recommended for a number of fairly serious diseases. Among them:
White flowers
What are white rose petals used for? They can be used both internally and externally. Thus, with their help, the regeneration of the skin is accelerated, wounds, bruises and burns heal faster. In addition, by eating the petals, you can get rid of worms and normalize digestive processes (an excellent remedy for combating stool retention).
Rose jam
How are rose petals used in cooking? The use of these amazing flowers at home is expressed in tasty and healthy jam. To prepare it, you need to prepare the following components:
- Flower petals with a total weight of about 1 kilogram.
- Drinking water - 400 milliliters.
- Granulated sugar - 1 kilogram.
- Citric acid - teaspoon.
The first step is to get the juice. To do this, the petals are washed, slightly dried, sprinkled with a glass of granulated sugar and vinegar is added to the resulting mixture. In a couple of hours the necessary reaction will begin.
The second stage is obtaining syrup. To do this, add the remaining sugar to the water boiling over low heat, simultaneously remembering to stir the liquid until the sand is completely dissolved. Then the petals are added to the finished syrup along with the juice. All together should also be boiled for several minutes (until a thick, homogeneous consistency is obtained).
Consuming such jam will allow you to recharge yourself with the necessary vital energy, slow down the aging process, strengthen the walls of blood vessels, boost immunity and prevent internal bleeding.
Rose cocktail
Where else can rose petals be used? The use of these royal flowers at home is possible even in the production of strong drinks. The following alcoholic cocktail recipe will be especially good in the warm season. Prepare:
- natural rose wine - 1 bottle;
- carbonated drink "Sprite" - 1.5 liters;
- vodka - 50 ml;
- raspberries (or other sweet berries) - a handful;
- pink petals (different colors) - a large handful.
The buds are disassembled, washed and added to a container of wine, which will need to be put in the refrigerator. There the drink is infused for about 50-60 minutes, then vodka and berries are added to it. Before serving, pour Sprite into the cocktail and, if desired, garnish it with mint or ice. It is very refreshing and has a very pleasant taste.
Rose tea and balm for bronchitis
What else are good about tea rose petals? Their use in eastern countries is associated with invigorating and healthy rose tea. To do this, just brew a handful of dry or fresh petals with boiling water and let them brew. Regular consumption of this tea is excellent against colds, normalizes the functioning of the nervous system, helps prevent sclerosis and improves memory.
By analogy with rose tea, healing decoctions based on this royal flower are also prepared in folk medicine. So, for bronchitis, as an additional remedy for treatment and boosting immunity, it is recommended to prepare a balm from the following components:
- pumpkin - 500 grams;
- dry plantain leaves - several pieces;
- rose petals - 100 grams;
- natural honey - 100 grams;
- Cahors - 1 liter.
All components are thoroughly mixed and brought to a boil over low heat. The resulting tincture languishes in the refrigerator for a day, and then, after filtering, is consumed according to the scheme 5 times a day, one tablespoon (the balm should be warmed to room temperature).
Folk cosmetology
What other areas are rose petals used for? The use of bright buds at home is possible for the needs of home cosmetology. So, based on them you can do:
- Aromatic bath. Just scatter the petals in large quantities into the water, light scented candles to set the mood, play pleasant, slow music - just twenty minutes, and you will perfectly restore your nervous system.
- Body mask. Excellent for improving skin tone and fighting stretch marks, they can be an ideal solution for caring for the mammary glands. To prepare, you need to mix the crushed petals and heavy cream. The resulting composition is applied to the problem area and fixed with polyethylene for 15-20 minutes.
- Cream for dry skin. The following recipe may be the optimal solution for skin prone to extreme dryness. Pass through a meat grinder or grind 5 rose buds using a blender, add melted margarine (50 g) and beeswax (10 g) to them. If necessary, liquid vitamins, which can be purchased at the pharmacy, are also added to the formed mass.
- Universal mask. Includes only two ingredients, crushed petals and olive oil. The mixture is infused for an hour and applied to the face for 20-30 minutes.
Petals for decoration
How can you use wild rose petals? The use of dried buds is quite appropriate in the decoration of residential premises. The petals retain their scent and color perfectly; they can be placed inside glass glasses, creating original compositions from other dried flowers, berries and dry branches. In addition, the petals can be sewn into decorative pillows and used to scent the air.
Medicine has long known about the beneficial properties of rose petals, which has allowed them to be widely used. There are various rose-based tinctures, oils and various cosmetics containing the petals. And all thanks to the amount of vitamins that are found in rose petals and, of course, minerals. Therefore, the effect of them on the face. However, few people know how to use rose petals at home.
How to use rose petals
- Tea with rose petals. To prepare this aromatic drink, you just need to pour boiling water over rose petals and leave for a couple of minutes. If desired, you can mix it with tea and add sugar or honey. The drink will turn out not only tasty, but also healthy. It will lift your spirits, help cope with insomnia and headaches, and also have a beneficial effect on cardiac activity.
- Rose petal liqueur. Few people know how to use rose petals for liqueur. It is great for baking and also goes perfectly with tea. For preparation you need: vodka - 0.5 liters, rose petals - 0.5 kilograms, water - 0.4 liters and sugar - 1 kilogram. Wash the petals well and mix with vodka, set aside for 3 days. Then separate the petals by straining and mix with the previously prepared syrup. To prepare syrup, you need to dissolve sugar in water. For a nice color, you can add food coloring if desired.
- How to use dry rose petals for lotion. This recipe is simple, just pour boiling water over a few petals and set aside for half an hour. Within 3 days you can wipe your face with this lotion. This will significantly tighten pores and soothe irritated areas of the face. There is also another recipe for lotion: mix 2 cups of rose petals with a glass of vinegar in a container. Leave the closed container for 20 days. After straining, mix in a one to one ratio with water. This lotion can be used for any skin type. As a result, the skin is toned and cleansed well. And especially for sensitive skin, prepare a lotion from dry rose petals with the addition of plantain, sage and aloe. It is enough to mix 1 tablespoon of each and pour boiling water over it all. Leave in a closed container for several hours. After straining, add a pinch of citric acid to the lotion. Use daily 2 times a day.
- Rose petal oil. Use any glass container filled to the top with rose petals. Next, pour olive oil over everything and set aside. As soon as the color of the petals turns white, the oil is ready for the next procedure. Squeeze out the petals and refill the container with fresh petals. Then add the same oil. Repeat the procedure about 7 times. This oil has a wound-healing effect and helps improve sleep, and also has a beneficial effect on the gastrointestinal tract.
- Pink water. Here is one good recipe for using dry rose petals. To prepare rose water you need 5 tablespoons of petals and 0.5 liters of boiling water. Mix everything in a glass container and close tightly. The cooled water needs to be filtered. Rose water will bring a lot of benefits to your face if you apply it regularly. You can also freeze rose water and wipe your face with ice cubes in the morning after washing your face.
- Bath with rose petals. You need to put a glass of petals in the bottle and pour boiling water over it. Leave for 30 minutes and then pour into the bath. This bath has a calming effect. Another way to use rose petals for a bath is to prepare bath salts. To do this, just combine sea salt and petals. As soon as you want to get rid of fatigue, take a bath with this mixture.
- Rose petal jam. This flower has also not bypassed cooking. There are various recipes for making this delicious jam.
There are many options for using rose petals and everyone chooses the ones they like best. But it won’t hurt to know exactly how to dry and properly store rose petals. To dry it is necessary to tear off the buds and lay them out on paper, covering them with gauze on top. Rose petals should be dried at room temperature, and stir them regularly. After two weeks they will be dry and the petals can be separated. If you don't plan to use everything at once, then you need to store them away from sunlight and drafts. Rose petals should be stored for no more than a year, after which they lose their benefits.
But for all these options, only homemade roses, your own or those of your friends, are suitable, since purchased ones are subject to chemical treatment.
Now every woman can, without any problems, choose cosmetics for her face and whole body, hair and nails. But, despite the wide range of such products, more and more women prefer to prepare creams, lotions and tonics on their own - using improvised means and independently purchased ingredients. The resulting products have a lot of advantages: they meet the needs of a specific user and are prepared exclusively from proven ingredients. Today we will talk about what can be made from rose petals for the face, albeit from dry petals, but nevertheless...
Yes, yes, don’t rush to throw away dry rose petals. Recipes usually call for fresh petals, but many things can be made from dried petals. They can be an excellent raw material for the preparation of a wide variety of cosmetics. Since they can be used on the face and the skin of the whole body.
So, what can you do with rose petals for your face?
Rose oil
Have you seen rose oil on sale? But you can make it from rose petals with your own hands! To make rose oil at home, prepare a glass of dry rose petals. Pour them into an enamel container and pour a glass of olive oil. That's almost all! Place this mixture in a water bath and soak for two hours. Strain the finished oil.
The resulting product wonderfully cleanses the skin, adds tone and has a wonderful nourishing effect. Rose oil should be used when caring for dry and normal skin.
Petal face mask
To prepare a wonderful nourishing mask for normal to oily skin, prepare dry petals of four to five roses. Grind them in a coffee grinder to obtain pink powder. Mix a teaspoon of this powder with a teaspoon of heavy cream and a teaspoon of egg white. Mix well and leave for five to ten minutes to infuse.
Next, it is advisable to take a steam bath for your face, or use another method of cleaning it. The resulting mixture should be applied to previously cleansed skin of the face and neck. Leave the mask on for twenty to thirty minutes and then wash with cool water.
Mask for sensitive skin
This mask perfectly softens and nourishes sensitive skin, also helping to get rid of small wrinkles. Brew a couple of tablespoons of dry rose petals with a glass of just boiled water. Cover the container with a lid and leave for half an hour to infuse. Strain the resulting infusion and dissolve the starch in it so as to obtain the consistency of thick jelly. Apply the mask to your face and leave for a quarter of an hour to twenty minutes. Afterwards, wash your face with warm water.
Mask to improve complexion
To make such a mask from dry petals, collect them from two rose buds. Pour half a glass of pure alcohol over them and leave to infuse in a dark and cool place. After a couple of days, strain the finished product and mix fifty milliliters of the tincture with a tablespoon of liquid honey and a beaten chicken egg yolk. Apply the prepared mask to the surface of your face in an even layer. Leave it for a quarter of an hour to twenty minutes, then wash with ordinary warm water.
Multi-component mask with herbs
Why not make something more complicated out of roses. This aromatic mask will help restore elasticity to the skin of the face and décolleté, and will also help smooth out wrinkles. To prepare it, you should combine equal shares of rose petals, mint herbs, chamomile flowers, dill, as well as linden flowers and sage herbs. Grind and mix all ingredients. Brew a tablespoon of this mixture with a glass of boiling water. Wrap it up well and leave it for half an hour to infuse. Afterwards, soak a cloth in the prepared broth and apply it to the cleansed skin of your face and décolleté. After half an hour, remove the lotion, let the skin dry naturally, then apply a nourishing cream to it.
Nourishing mask
To prepare a nourishing mask for dry skin, grind dry rose petals in a coffee grinder. Mix them with cream until you get the consistency of thick cream. Apply the resulting mixture to the skin like a mask and leave for a quarter of an hour. Afterwards, wash your face with cool water.
You can use roses to make not only a mask, jam, a bath, but also a lotion.
Facial lotion
To prepare such a cosmetic product, it is worth preparing dry petals from several roses. Place them fairly tightly in a bowl or jar, but do not compact them. Brew such raw materials with boiling water so that the water just covers it. Leave the petals for twenty minutes, then drain the infusion and squeeze out the petals themselves. Add a pinch of citric acid to the resulting infusion, and the lotion is ready.
Pore tightening lotion
To prepare such a simple remedy, take four glasses of dried petals from red roses. Pour half a liter of table vinegar over such raw materials, seal well and leave in a dark place for three weeks. Strain the finished infusion and squeeze the petals thoroughly. Dilute the finished infusion with boiled water, maintaining an equal ratio. This product is great for cleansing oily skin, it tones it and helps get rid of blackheads and enlarged pores.
Simple Rose Infusion
To prepare such a cosmetic product, brew a tablespoon of crushed rose petals with one glass of just boiled water. Cover the mixture with a lid and leave for half an hour to infuse. Use it to prepare lotions on irritated areas of the skin, as well as under the eyes to eliminate puffiness.
Dry rose petals are an excellent herbal skin care product. Based on them, you can easily prepare many cosmetic products.
Remember that it is best to collect roses that you will use for medicinal, cosmetic and even culinary purposes in the early morning, in dry weather. You can dry them by tying them in a bundle and hanging them with their buds down in a dark, cool, ventilated place. After a couple of days, the petals can be removed from the buds; if you collect them for future use, it is better to store them in a closed glass jar.
Composition of petals
It was the rose petals that absorbed all the most valuable things and became a storehouse of vitamins and nutrients. Moreover, we are talking about any rose, even if it came from an ordinary Russian garden, or even of some overseas variety. The composition of rose petal includes organic acids, glucose, sucrose, fructose, it is rich in pectin and tannins, as well as flavonoids and phenolic acids.
Rose petals are also rich in vitamins. Moreover, in addition to vitamins B and PP, they contain the rather rare vitamin K. And some varieties, for example, French or Damask roses, are rich in resinous substances; it is from these roses that rose oil is prepared.
Rose in cosmetology
Perhaps the most popular way to use roses is cosmetology. And this is not surprising, because rose petals have a tremendous anti-inflammatory and restorative effect. Today MirSovetov offers you to get acquainted with effective ways to use the petals of this beautiful flower at home.
Pink water
An excellent cleanser, it can be used as a lotion every day, morning and evening. There are two main ways to prepare it:
- For oily and combination skin you will need 50 g of vodka or alcohol, 1 liter of cold boiled water, 50 g of fresh petals. Mix everything in a ceramic or glass bowl, cover and let sit for a day. Then strain the mixture - it is ready for use. Must be stored in the refrigerator.
- For dry skin, pour 50 g of fresh petals with 1 liter of boiling water, let it brew for a day. It should also be stored in the refrigerator.
- It is also very beneficial for the skin to freeze the petals into pink ice. To do this, mash a handful of petals, pour two glasses of boiling water, and let cool. Then pour into ice cube trays and freeze. It is most effective to use this ice in the morning; it tones the skin and smoothes out fine wrinkles.
Mask for the face
You can find a huge variety of recipes for face masks, but in fact, most of them boil down to one thing. To tidy up any type of skin, smooth out wrinkles, tone it up and give it a healthy appearance, you need to crush several petals (from 5 to 10, no more) and pour two teaspoons of any base: any cosmetic oil or honey, sour cream, fermented baked milk. Mix the resulting mixture thoroughly and apply to the skin for 15-20 minutes.
By and large, rose petals themselves have enormous potential, so they can be used without any cosmetic base. For example, you can simply steam your face lightly and place a few petals on slightly damp skin. Let this compress remain on the skin for 30 minutes, while you relax and rest.
For hair
You can also “prescribe” a rose petal treatment for your hair. Do the mask below 5 to 10 times and you will see how your hair has changed. Take a handful of petals (dried or fresh), chop them well (suitable for these purposes) and pour 1 glass of milk.
The resulting mixture must be boiled for several minutes and then cooled. Apply the mask to clean hair and leave for 15 minutes, then rinse with warm water.
For hands
Mix rose water and lemon juice in equal proportions. Mix the resulting mixture thoroughly and place it in the refrigerator for storage. You can use it morning and evening, lubricating your hands well.
You can also prepare a different hand lotion. Mix 40 ml of rose water and glycerin with 5 ml of alcohol, 5 ml, 5 ml of ammonia and the juice of one lemon. It is very useful to wipe your hands with this lotion in the morning and evening before using the cream.
For body
Of course, the well-known baths with rose petals left no one indifferent. On the one hand, this is such a romantic moment in the use of rose petals, and on the other hand, such a bath makes the skin velvety and silky, it can be used just like that, for yourself.
You can also add various mixtures to the bath. For example, 1 liter of hot milk mixed with 200 g of honey and the addition of rose oil (2 tablespoons) will turn your skin into velvet. By taking such baths regularly, you will significantly rejuvenate your skin and give it tone.
Application in medicine
Rose is also widely known in medicine, both modern and folk. Rose water is in great demand among dentists for treating gums. In pediatrics, it is used to wipe inflamed areas caused by other irritants. It is recommended to drink rose tea for kidney and liver diseases.
Very popular. It has antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, choleretic and antiallergic effects. Therefore, it covers a huge range of diseases that it can treat. It is used both internally and externally, because in addition to everything it has bactericidal properties.
You should also know that rose infusion has laxative and hemostatic effects. Its important properties are anthelmintic and sedative. They can be used to gargle and make lotions for inflammation. It can even be taken internally by pregnant women as a sedative or laxative.
Use in cooking
Rose petals are widely used in cooking. Rose petals are very edible, which is why they can often be seen in candied form on the shelves of confectionery shops.
You can make a cool, healthy drink from rose petals. To do this, you need to cover 1 kg of selected petals with 1 kg of sugar and place it in a warm room. After about a week, the liquid will settle at the bottom of the jar, and the petals will rise to the top. It is necessary to strain the syrup and dilute it with sparkling or still water.
Rose petal jam is not only a tasty product, but also incredibly healthy. After all, it has all the properties that we described above, so even if you serve it with tea, you can be sure that you are getting a lot of benefits.
There are several common recipes for this jam.
Method one: prepare sugar syrup (400 g of sugar per 2.5 cups of water) and pour it over 100 g of sorted petals. Bring to a boil, then cook until tender: until the leaves lose their elasticity.
Second way: Rinse the petals thoroughly, add sugar to them in a 1:1 ratio, and grind thoroughly until a paste forms. Add 2 g of citric acid diluted in water. Prepare sugar syrup at a ratio of 0.5:1 water and sugar, respectively, pour it over the petals and cook until tender.
Hello, dear interlocutors! You were recently given roses, but the buds are already falling, but your hand does not rise to throw them in the trash? And rightly so! After all, the petals can still serve you. They are used to make aromatic jam, beautiful ice for champagne, bath salts and much more. What can you make from rose petals at home? Let's look at 10 recipes!
Cosmetology
It is not surprising that women primarily use the flower for skin and body care. It makes the face silky and rejuvenates.
Pink water.
Used to relieve irritations. Approximately 1 tbsp. l. pour a glass of boiling water over the raw materials and leave for half an hour. After removing the sediment, pour the liquid into a container (ideally darkened) and place it in the refrigerator. The only negative is the short shelf life. Only 3 days. But it is natural and harmless.
Bath.
The procedure softens the epidermis, rejuvenates, relieves stress, fatigue and simply improves your mood. Fill the bathtub halfway, then add petals from 10 roses. It is acceptable to take dried ones. Fill it all the way. Get into the water and enjoy. If you have a very difficult day, you can add essential oil, turn off the lights, light candles, listen to relaxing music and drink cool, freshly squeezed juice.
Sea salt.
Pour the preparation – regular sea salt – into a small glass jar. Generously distribute the petals in it, trying to place them evenly throughout the container. Close and shake. Leave in a dark place for 2 weeks. Stir occasionally without opening. Homemade salt is ready! For one session you will need 6 tbsp. l. Dissolve them in 1 liter of water, then pour into the rest of the volume.
Rose oil.
The resulting mixture can be used in different ways: instead of a soothing lotion after a shower, to make the skin velvety and smooth, to remove makeup and cleanse the skin, as a massage oil, as a base for creams, masks, etc.
Our homemade oil will not consist entirely of roses or essential oils. It's more like a tincture. Pour 2 cups of petals with 1 cup of peach squeeze. It is permissible to replace olive oil, but the effect will be somewhat weaker. Seal the container tightly and put it aside for 3 weeks. Shake occasionally to ensure the active ingredients are distributed evenly. Remove any sediment. Store in a cool, dark place.
Cosmetic ice.
Pour 250 ml of boiling water over a full handful of raw materials. Leave for 20 minutes to allow the liquid to infuse and become enriched with beneficial substances. Once cooled, pour into molds. If you want to achieve a decorative effect, add petals to each piece. This ice can be used to wipe not only the face, but also the décolleté area. It is advisable to carry out procedures twice a day: morning and evening.
And these are not all the ways! Soon I will talk about how to make lotions, masks and other natural cosmetics from the plant!
For home
Here the flight of fancy is even wider. I won’t bore you with intrigue: let’s get straight to the tricks and recipes.
Flavoring.
Instead of the usual chemical air freshener, you can make a natural one with your own hands. One important condition: the buds must have a bright aroma. After preparation, take a beautiful jar and place some of the petals on the bottom. Sprinkle a thin layer of sea salt. Lay the leaves again. Continue until you reach the neck.
It is permissible to compact it slightly: this way the smell will be revealed even better. Experiment with colors, but don't use pre-flavored salt. Close the jar tightly. Set aside in a cool, dark place. Shake slightly occasionally. After a week, the flavoring can be used. Just open the lid a little and enjoy the aroma.
Soap.
I have given several recipes before, so I will not repeat them. Here, too, imagination comes into play: add petals to the base or decorate the soap with them. The buds will give the finished product an extraordinary aroma and softness. This soap will make your hands velvety and quickly relieve irritation.
Sachet.
Beautiful scented pillows are easy to make yourself. Just fill the bag with leaves. The only difficulty is drying them. Place the collected raw materials on a newspaper away from sunlight and drafts. Wait until it dries. Do you feel how much brighter the smell has become? A sachet can be a great addition to your purse or add a delicate scent to your linen in your closet.
Decorative ice.
How to surprise your guests on New Year's Eve? Serve champagne on ice with buds! It is advisable to take small inflorescences so that the whole one fits into each piece. If there are none, then you will have to use ordinary petals. Tear them coarsely first to make it more beautiful. Now simply place the blanks in the molds and fill with water. On the holiday, all you have to do is fill the champagne bucket with ice. This option is also great for romantic evenings.
Jam.
Tea rose is used for culinary purposes. From its delicate petals you can make aromatic, delicious jam. Under no circumstances take plants that have been treated with chemicals! Only homemade flowers are suitable for cooking.
You will need 200 g of fresh leaves. Pour boiling water over the workpiece and immediately lower it into cold water. Repeat the process 3 times. The buds should become soft and limp. Now prepare the main mixture: combine 350 ml of water and rose. Place on medium heat. Keep the temperature just below boiling. You will notice that the color has changed. Wait, it’s too early to panic!
Add 1.5 cups of sugar and mix well. Complete the composition with 3 tbsp. l. lemon juice. It is needed not only for taste, but also to maintain brightness and attractive appearance. Keep the mixture on low heat for another 5 minutes. Mix another half cup of sugar with 1 tsp. pectin (or agar-agar), add to the jam. Keep on very low heat for 20 minutes, stirring constantly. Ready! All that remains is to pour into jars and put in the refrigerator.
A little trick: if you need to keep the petals bright and fresh (for example, for crafts), then you can preserve them in wax. Simply melt the base and, holding the leaves with tweezers, lower them into the hot mixture. Lift, let excess drip off, shape into desired shape and leave to dry. You can do the same with whole buds.
It turns out that a bouquet is not only a beautiful, but also a useful gift! Soon I will share with you new simple ways to give roses a second life.
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