How to make and use:
- Wash rose petals thoroughly to remove any dirt particles and residue. Place the rose petals in a stainless-steel pot and pour distilled water over the petals. Add just enough water to cover the petals.
- Heat the water on a low flame and cover the pot with a lid. Allow the water to steam until the petals have lost their color and the water has taken on the color of rose petals.
- Turn off the flame. Let it cool down. Strain the water and store it in a spray bottle for easy use.
- It is suggested to be kept in a refrigerator for longer use. Spray chilled rose water on your face, two to three times in a day.
Benefits:
- Rose water work extremely well to keep your skin healthy and grease free. It soothes, nourish and hydrates the skin along with restoring your skin’s natural pH levels.
- It is amazing for sensitive skin because it won’t dry it out.
- Using chilled rose water keeps your skin cool, imparting elasticity in your skin texture and prevents it from acne breakouts.
5. Green Tea Toner
You will Need:
- Green tea leaves (1 bag)
- 1 cup of water
- Rose water (1 tbsp.)
- Lemon Essential oil
How to make and use:
- Pour 1 cup of water in a small pan. Bring it to boil on a low flame.
- Add green tea leaves. Let it brew for couple of minutes.
- Turn off the flame when the water takes up the color of green tea. Cover the pan with a top and let it cool down.
- Pour the tea in a glass bowl. Mix in the remaining ingredients i.e. 1 tablespoon of Rose water and few drops of lemon essential oil. The green tea toner is ready.
- Transfer the concoction into a spray bottle and shake well before use. Store it in a refrigerator so that it can last for up to 1 week.
- Spray chilled green tea toner all over your face and neck. Use it daily. If you have oily acne prone skin, use this toner several times in a day.
Benefits:
- Green tea toner tightens the enlarged pores and soaks up the excess sebum giving your skin a more toned look.
- It helps in balancing the ph level of your skin and keeps your skin acne free.
- The vitamins in green tea helps in slowing down the aging process like wrinkles and fine lines.
Try any of these homemade skin toners and let me know how it worked on your skin
