Lifeless hair? Have you ever considered using rose water for hair? Well, we all know how this beautifully scented ingredient can revitalize our skincare journey. But what if I tell you that it is equally effective for keeping your hair healthy and beautiful?
Rose water can be the solution to your numerous hair care problems. How? Rest easy. In this article, I will discuss everything you should know about rose water for hair before you start your journey with this fragrant ingredient. First things first. Let’s first discuss the benefits of using this multipurpose ingredient for your hair.
Benefits of Rose Water for hair
Rose water can be a versatile and beneficial addition to your hair care routine. Are you still wondering how this delicate fragrant liquid actually works for your hair? Keep scrolling
Balance Scalp pH
A balanced scalp pH is very important for maintaining healthy hair. When the pH level of the scalp or hair becomes imbalanced, it can lead to dandruff, excess oil production and eventually increased hair fall. And here’s our easy solution, rose water!
Rose water has a slightly acidic pH, which can help to restore and balance the scalp’s natural pH levels. So I believe, if I say that regular use of rose water on your hair will give you a well-maintained, healthy scalp and healthy hair, I won’t be wrong at all.
Anti-inflammatory Benefits
A study published by the National Library of Medicine shows that rose petals contain anti-inflammatory components that help reduce scalp inflammation. So if you experience an itchy or inflamed scalp, rose water can offer you instant relief. And what more do you need for healthy hair growth other than a calm and healthy scalp?
Antioxidant
How does this simple liquid make our scalp optimal for hair growth? Well, a study shows that rose petals also have antioxidant properties which help to protect our scalp and hair from environmental stress like sun rays, dust or pollution by reducing free radicals. And of course, we all know how a healthy scalp promotes healthy hair growth.
Hydration and Moisture
Rose water contains 10-15% rose oil. It is a natural humectant and that’s what makes it more suitable for dry or brittle hair. When you apply rose water to the hair and scalp, it will act as a natural conditioner and you will get more moisturized, soft and hydrated hair.
Enhance the Shine and Luster of hair
Rose water contains a variety of nutrients like vitamins A, C, D and E. These vitamins help to nourish hair follicles and promote a natural shine.
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Frizz Reduction
Tired of frizzy hair? Especially dry and curly-haired people? Don’t worry. Just spray a little spritz of rose water throughout the hair. It will instantly tame your hair.
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Natural Fragrance
Last but not least, the wonderful fragrance of roses! Want to get fresh and fragrant hair? Just rinse your hair with rose water and get fresh, pleasant and beautifully smelled hair naturally.
How to Make Rose Water for Hair
The best part of this recipe is you don’t need too many ingredients! That means not too much expense. Yeaaa! Just grab some fresh roses from your garden, from a gifted bouquet or just from a local store and let’s head to the kitchen to make your own DIY rose water.
Ingredients
- 3 fresh roses.
- 6 cups of distilled water
- A pot with a lid.
How to make
- Remove the petals from each rose. If you can, use pesticide-free organic roses.
- Rinse them thoroughly and then pat them dry with a clean towel or paper towel.
- Place the rose petals and distilled water in a pot and cover the pot with a lid.
- Now heat the pot on a low flame and let the petals simmer for about 20-30 minutes (I repeat let it simmer, not boil).
- The color of the water will gradually change. You’ll know the rose water is ready when the petals have lost most of their color and the water becomes pinkish.
- Remove it from the heat and let it cool.
- After it cools down completely, strain it and store it in a glass bottle.
Congratulations! You have just made your own first batch of rose water. You can store it for up to two weeks.
5 Ways to Use Rose Water for Your Hair
As I called it a versatile ingredient, you can use rose water in your hair in different ways.
Rose Water as Hair Rinse After Shampoo
If you want shiny, moisturized hair, use rose water in your hair as the final rinse. Pour rose water onto your hair after shampooing or using conditioner and leave it on.
Rose Water with hair care products
You can add rose water with your leave-in conditioner or hair serum. Spray the mixture onto damp hair before combing or styling. And look, how It helps to smoothen and detangle your hair easily.
Rose water as Scalp Treatment
As we have seen before, rose water has anti-inflammatory properties, so it can also be used as a scalp treatment if you have any scalp irritation or inflammation.
Mix rose water with a few drops of essential oil like rosemary or lavender oil. Apply the mixture to your scalp and massage gently. Then you can leave it on overnight or wash it after 15-20 minutes.
Rose Water as Hair Mist
I love using my rose water this way. Fill a spray bottle with rose water and spritz over your hair whenever you feel you need to tame your frizz.
DIY Rose Water Hair Mask
As we are using this versatile and super-effective ingredient in various ways, why not use it in hair masks? Mix rose water with ingredients like yoghurt, honey, aloe vera or any hair care ingredient you want to use, and create a nourishing hair mask.
Apply the mask to your hair, leave it on for 30 minutes and then rinse it off. It will provide a deep conditioning effect to your hair.
There’s no evidence that rose water can cause hair growth. But its anti-inflammatory properties help to improve scalp health which is a must contributing factor for hair growth. So we can say that rose water may not directly cause hair growth but it can play an important role in promoting healthy hair growth.
Absolutely! It will soothe your scalp inflammation, Hydrate and nourish your hair, tame your frizz and whatnot!
Yes, you can.
No, as rose water has a slightly acidic pH, You should not use rose water on your hair every day. It is OK to use it twice or thrice a week.
Normally there’s none. But still, some people may get scalp irritation after using rose water if they have an allergy to roses.
It depends on how you are using rose water on your hair. Normally a hair mist or leave-in conditioner can stay in your hair for a prolonged time, but if you use rose water combined with a hair mask, 20-30 minutes is okay.
