Homemade Face Moisturizer with Rose Water

I have made this face cream with rose water because I love roses, and it keeps my skin smooth and hydrated.

It helps that it smells delicious, too!

Roses are not only beautiful, but they also have benefits for the skin.

Skincare products made with roses are used to:

• calm redness
• hydrate the skin
• reduce oil
• minimize wrinkles (thanks to its antioxidant properties)
• ease eczema and rosacea (due to its anti-inflammatory benefits)

Roses also offer therapeutic benefits:

In this study, it was observed that rose oil had physiological and psychological relaxation, analgesic, and anti-anxiety effects.

Source

Find the recipe below.

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How to make Rose Water facial moisturizer

Ingredients you need:

• 3 tablespoons sweet almond oil or apricot Kernel
• 2 tablespoons cosmetic-grade soy wax or beeswax
• 2 teaspoons emulsifying wax
• 8 tablespoons rose water
• 1 teaspoon vitamin E oil
• 10 drops of rosehip oil
• 15 drops of rose essential oil
• broad-spectrum preservative at 1% (like this one)

I have used rose water and hibiscus almond-infused oil for this recipe, but you can use rose water from the store or homemade rose water.

How to make face cream with rose water

You can choose to use beeswax or soy wax for this recipe.

The difference between the two is that the cream made with beeswax is more oily than the one made with soy wax.

I prefer the face cream with soy because it has a lighter texture.

With Soy Wax

Place beeswax or soy wax with the emulsifying wax in a heat-resistant container.

At the same time, place the rose water in another heat-resistant container and position both containers in another one with water so they reach the same or similar temperature.

Simmer over low heat until all the wax melts. Add almond or apricot kernel oil. Stir.

With Beeswax

Once the wax is melted, remove it from the heat and use a hand mixer to blend it.

If you are using beeswax, do this step quickly because beeswax tends to solidify quite fast.

Start adding the rose water slowly while mixing.

Don’t stop mixing until the water and oils have emulsified and it reaches the consistency you want (5 to 10 minutes).

Cleaning beeswax from kitchen utensils can be difficult.

I offer a few tips about how to clean it at the end of the tutorial.

Now is the time to add the rosehip oil and mix it again.

Add rose essential oil and mix with a clean spatula.

Incorporate the vitamin E oil and mix again.

The last step is adding the preservative and mixing it well so the face cream is protected.

Transfer to a container that has been previously sterilized.

I clean mine with rubbing alcohol.

The homemade rose water face cream is ready to use!

The rose facial cream will last longer if you store it in a container with a lid and in the fridge.

The shelf-life of this moisturizer is 6 months approx.

If you don’t add a preservative, make a small amount and use it within a few days, although this is just a guess because I always add a preservative (I don’t like to use preservatives, but I like even less the thought of applying cream infested with bacteria on my skin).

How to use it

The texture of the cream made with beeswax is rich, so I would recommend using it as a night cream or as a face mask for a more intensive treatment.

The moisturizer made with soy wax has a lighter texture, so it will be good to use it during the day or night.

Apply a small amount to the face and neck until it is well absorbed.

To keep the cream free from contamination, don’t put your fingers on it; use a clean spatula instead.

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How to clean beeswax from utensils

• Wipe off as much melted beeswax as possible with paper towels before washing the utensils. It is much easier to remove while still warm.

• Pour boiling water into bowls or pots used for beeswax. The remaining wax will melt and float to the top as it cools, making it easier to lift off.

• Use a dedicated sponge or cloth for beeswax projects, since wax can leave a greasy residue behind.

• Wash utensils with very hot water and plenty of dish soap to help break down the oily residue left by the beeswax.

• Don’t pour melted wax down the drain, as it can harden inside pipes once it cools.

• For stubborn wax residue, place the utensil back over low heat for a few seconds and wipe clean again before washing.

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