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Byrdie / Tawni Bannister
Roses aren’t only symbols of love or a note in a perfume.
But did you know that there are benefits to drinking rose water?
Byrdie / Tawni Bannister
Yupthe gorgeous scented water can be added to your smoothies, or even to flavor iced tea and coffee.
Today, people all over the world consume rose water for its beauty benefits.
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Is It Safe to Drink Rose Water?
The active inflammation-blasting ingredients in rose water are its terpenes and glycosides, says Francis.
“In fact, women have been turning to rose water as a source of youth for centuries.
“Just be on the lookout for added sugar and how much is added,” says Sandy.
We’ve all been thereand thankfully, it’s another ailment that rose water can treat.
It can be used as aromatherapy in yourdiffuser, or soaked into a cold compress.
Breathe in the aroma, and relieve the tension of your day.
More scientific studies are needed to validate the claim that drinking rose water can benefit your hair.
However, some anecdotal evidence supports that applying rose water topically may benefit both the hair and scalp.
if gently massaged into the scalp.
When used as a hair rinse, it may help to reduce frizz and improve shine.
Still, further investigation is needed to prove any of these claimed benefits.
Allergies to rose water are rare but may cause skin irritation on certain individuals when applied topically.
Perform a patch test before using.
If drinking rose water, stick to all-natural versus synthetic since the latter may contain chemicals.
Also, do not drink more than the daily recommended glass.
Opt for organic roses to avoid any irritating chemicals.
And note that taste will vary depending on which rose you choose.
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