How To Use Rose Water For Dry Skin

Come winter, and all those skin issues start peeping out again. Don’t you think your skin needs to be prepared for winter’s arrival? That is why you need to incorporate rose water for dry skin in your skin care regimen. Yes, to prepare your skin to face the harsh winter, you need to give it extra care and protection.

Your skin hydration plays a crucial role in achieving fresh and healthy skin. If you have dry skin, you need to be extra careful with the products you choose and how you care for your skin. A balanced skin care routine is all you need to be tension-free during the winter. Wondering how to use rose water for your dry skin? Well, we can help you. This article discusses the benefits of rose water and how you can use it. Keep reading.

Is Rose Water Good For Dry Skin?

Rose water by itself is not going to do wonders for your skin, but in combination with other moisturizing ingredients, it helps keep your skin feeling hydrated for longer while also improving its texture. The reason this fragrant liquid suits dry skin is because of how efficiently it refines your pores without drying your skin out. Rose water is usually used as an additive in skincare treatments. It can be used by itself as a toner or in combination with other moisturizing ingredients for dry skin. Here, I’ve put together 4 rose water treatments that are keeping my skin feeling great this winter.

How To Use Rose water For Dry Skin

1. Rose Water For Dry Skin

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You Will Need

• 1 tbsp pure rose water
• Cotton pad
• Towel
• Facial cleanser
• Moisturizer

Prep Time

2 minutes

Treatment Time

5 minutes

Method

1. Wash your face with a facial cleanser and pat dry.
2. Saturate a cotton pad with the rose water and dab it onto your face.
3. Let it dry.
4. Once dry, moisturize your face.

How Often?

Twice a day.

Why This Works

Cleansing, toning, and moisturizing your face is an essential part of any skincare routine. This rose water toner, unlike most toners available on the market, is extremely gentle on your skin. It may help get rid of residual dirt and grime without drying out your skin. In fact, it might leave your skin feeling fresh and hydrated.

2. Glycerin, Lemon, And Rose Water For Dry Skin

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You Will Need

• 3 tbsp glycerin
• 3 tbsp pure rose water
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• Clean bottle for storage
• Facial cleanser
• Towel

Prep Time

2 minutes

Treatment Time

2 minutes

Method

1. Combine the glycerin, rose water, and lemon juice and pour the mixture into a clean bottle so that it can be stored. (Store the mixture in your refrigerator.)
2. Take a coin-sized amount of the mixture and apply this onto your face and neck.
3. Ensure that your hands are clean during application.
4. Gently massage your skin in circular motions until the lotion is completely absorbed.

How Often?

Every night.

Why This Works

Glycerin helps hydrate your face and leaves your skin feeling extremely supple (1). The ingredient is easily absorbed and provides your skin with non-greasy, long-lasting hydration. Lemon, on the other hand, gives your skin a vitamin C boost and also helps treat acne or scars with its bleaching properties (2) (3).

3. Multani Mitti, Milk, And Rose Water For Dry Skin

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You Will Need

• 2 tbsp multani mitti
• 1 tbsp milk
• 1 tbsp pure rose water
• Facial cleanser
• Towel

Prep Time

2 minutes

Treatment Time

20 minutes

Method

1. Wash your face with a facial cleanser and pat dry.
2. Combine the multani mitti, milk, and rose water until you get a smooth paste.
3. Apply this paste onto your face.
4. Wait for 20 minutes and then proceed to wash the mixture off of your face with cool water.

How Often?

1-2 times a week.

Why This Works

While multani mitti is generally used to treat oily skin, this face mask contains the goodness of milk and rose water to help treat dryness. Milk contains lactic acid, which helps soften your skin while fading blemishes (4). The mask helps exfoliate, nourish, and soften your skin.

4. Sandalwood And Rose Water For Dry Skin

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You Will Need

• 1 tbsp sandalwood powder
• ½ tsp coconut oil
• ½ tsp almond oil
• 1 tsp pure rose water
• Facial cleanser
• Towel

Prep Time

2 minutes

Treatment Time

20 minutes

Method

1. Wash your face with a facial cleanser and pat dry.
2. Combine the sandalwood powder, oils, and rose water until you get a smooth paste.
3. Apply this mixture onto your face as you would a face pack.
4. Leave it on for 20 minutes or until it is completely dry.
5. Wash your face with cool water and pat dry.

How Often?

1-2 times a week.

Why This Works

Sandalwood helps mildly exfoliate your skin while nourishing it. When combined with the oils and rose water, it creates an excellent face pack for intense hydration. This face pack will help nourish your skin and get rid of dryness.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is good for dry skin?

Moisturizing the skin with products that suit your skin is the best way to treat dry skin.

Which toner is best for dry skin?

Toners containing hyaluronic acid, rose water, or vitamin E are the best for dry skin.

Can I sleep with rose water on my face?

Yes, you can sleep with rose water on the face to get radiant skin the following day.

Are rose water and glycerin good for dry skin?

Yes, rose water and glycerine are hydrating ingredients that can also be used to brighten the skin.

Should I wash my face after applying rose water?

No, allow rose water to naturally dry on the face.

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