Rose-Infused Skin Care Products for Fresher Skin
rose — yes, the flower commonly associated with romantic gestures — has become a must-have ingredient in many skin care and beauty items. A trip to the gardens won’t be necessary to sweep your skin off its feet, though.
Make time for a date with your favorite cosmetic store instead.
Amanda Sipenock, Lush brand and product trainer, tells us rose and its benefits can be infused into oils, essences, infusions, essential oil mixtures, and more. Sipenock walked us through some of her favorite qualities, citing rose’s ability to calm, soothe, moisturize, and tone the skin.
“For centuries, rosewater has been used as a skin-soothing ingredient,” she says. “Ancient Greeks and Romans would infuse rose petals in water, just like making tea, and it’s still how we do it today.”
Our modern day take includes a lot more than rosewater because rose could be as good for your skin as ever. Recent studies show that rose hip oil protects against irritated skin, tackling issues such as inflammation, oxidation, and aging. If you’re looking to heal scars and keep wounds clean, rose’s antiseptic and antibacterial properties are your friend too.
However, the science isn’t definitive — holistic reviews show that rose needs more research before we can label it a holy grail. So instead of throwing all our roses in one bouquet, why not compound the benefits with other wonderfully active ingredients like aloe, glycerin, or honey?
After all, how much rose will actually freshen up your skin depends on the exact product (quality, manufacture process, and bottling) and where it falls on the ingredient list too — some brands may tout rose but if it’s listed second to last, your skin might not even notice it.
So, for you, we weeded through the thorns and evaluated which rose-infused products are actually worth it. New to the world of rose beauty or searching for more concentrated doses of skin love? Here’s 11 products to choose from.
Take some time to stop and smell the roses, literally, with a face mask infused with rose petals.
If your skin is in dire need of moisture, the mask — filled with calming ingredients including rosewater — delivers on a quick boost of hydration.
Beneficial ingredients
- pure rosewater, listed sixth and eighth, to soothe and tone the skin
- cucumber extract and aloe vera gel for a cooling and calming effect
- porphyridium cruentum, a type of red alga, to moisturize
Whether you apply it before completing your makeup routine or after, this facial spray will turn up your glow. Thanks to ingredients including rose, aloe vera, and gardenia, the Mario Badescu facial spray has become a favorite for its ability to liven up even the dullest of skin.
For an added use, take a nod from makeup artists and spray your makeup brushes with this product before applying.
Reviewers have commonly referred to this product as a “holy grail,” noting that the 100 percent rosehip seed oil — which is rich in skin-boosting fatty, linoleic, and linolenic acids — formula has cleared up their acne, reduced dryness, and left skin feeling softer.
Be warned though, some users have noticed that the product stains when applied and others complained of breakouts possibly caused by use.
Beneficial ingredients
- 100 percent rosa canina seed oil
- rose oil to reduce signs of skin and photoaging, according to research
Take a few minutes while you’re streaming Netflix faves to freshen up your face. Containing rose extract, this face mask — which can be worn for 20 to 30 minutes — was made for a quick at-home skin pick-me-up.
Although its lauded for its affordability, you may want to keep an eye out for excess residue when removing. Some reviewers have noted that their skin feels sticky after use. If that’s the case for you, pat the serum into your skin after use, or smooth the leftovers down your neck.
Beneficial ingredients
- rose extract, listed fifth, to brighten skin
- pearl extract to add skin glow
- sodium hyaluronate and collagen for a smooth, soft boost
Those with sensitive skin will find this toner — which is intentionally made to calm — a great addition to their skin care routine.
Whether you’re dealing with sensitive skin and have blemishes or dryness, reviewers say this product has cleared up their skin redness, isn’t irritating, and feels gentle and light when applied.
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