Are you curious about the benefits of rose water for natural hair? Rose water is an ancient Egyptian beauty ritual that women use for their skin and hair in the modern day.
Rose water can be a unique addition to your beauty regimen because it’s easy, healing, and all-natural. Plus, the roses provide a light aromatic scent that can be calming and peaceful.
In this post, you’ll find out about the benefits of rose water, and you’ll learn exactly how to make this DIY concoction for your natural curls. If you’re looking to gain knowledge about rose water uses for hair, keep reading.
Rose Water Benefits for Hair
Women who use rose water tend to rave about its effect on their mane. Here is a list of benefits of rose water for natural hair:
- Hydrating for Hair and Skin. Water is the primary ingredient that your natural curls need to thrive. If you’re bored of using plain water, rose water can be an excellent way to hydrate and nourish the hair at the same time.
- Aromatic and Calming. Love the smell of intoxicating roses? Then you’ll enjoy smelling them all day long in your natural curls. Rose water has a pleasant scent which can work as aromatherapy when you’ve had a stressful day.
- Softening Conditioner. Regular use of rose water can help to make your tresses softer, fuller, and bouncier. Rose water beats most regular water because it is distilled and void of hard minerals like calcium. Minerals in your hair can build up and cause the hair to become brittle. Rose water can soften your hair, especially if your city has hard water.
- Antibacterial and Cleansing. If you’re looking for a cleansing toner for the scalp, you’ll be happy to know that rose water is antibacterial and is ideal for killing bacteria on the hair and scalp without being too drying. You can also use rose water spray for hair extensions. It will help to clean your braids without having to wash them thoroughly. Rose water will also cleanse the scalp and prevent scalp fungus from growing.
- Eliminates Scalp Issues. Are you suffering from scalp conditions like dandruff, dryness, or inflammation? Rose water can help remove irritating scalp issues that can lead to lack of growth. See below for tips on how to apply rose water to the scalp.
- Promotes Hair Growth. Rose water contains vitamin A, C, D, E, and B3, all of which strengthen the hair. It’s also loaded with flavonoids, tannins, and antioxidants which combat aging of the scalp and follicle cells. Many women use rose water for hair growth, as it helps to stimulate the scalp and reduce hair fall.
How to Make Rose Water
You can make a potent batch of this fragrant water in the comfort of your kitchen by covering the petals with hot distilled water.
Wondering which roses to use? Beware of picking roses from gardens that contain pesticides. Sprayed roses may smell good, but pesticides are not suitable for your scalp and body.
You’ll also want to steer clear of conventional supermarket roses. Instead, make your rose water from ecologically sourced roses. They’ll provide the most nourishment for your hair, and you’ll skip the dangerous chemicals.
Also, be sure and use distilled water. It is soft on hair and excellent for keeping bacteria away from your DIY mixtures.
Here’s how to make rose water for natural hair:
Ingredients
1 Cup Rose Petals
2 Cups Distilled Water
Instructions
- Boil the distilled water on the stove or by using a kettle.
- Place the rose petals in a heat-proof Pyrex cup or bowl.
- Pour the water over the petals until it completely covers them.
- Let the petals steep for 30 minutes.
- Strain the rosewater into another Pyrex cup or bowl and let it cool.
Now that you’ve made rose water, you can apply it using different methods. See below.
How to Apply Rose Water
Many products already contain rosewater, but you can also add it to your purchased containers of shampoo and conditioner.
Or you can use it directly on your scalp and hair with a spray or applicator bottle. Here are some ideas to inspire you:
- Rose Water and Coconut Oil. If you’re looking for an effective rose water leave-in, this combo makes a simple, yet effective conditioner for the hair. Use it for soft and silky hair.
- Rosewater and Glycerin. This combo makes an excellent moisturizer for your hair and skin. Rosewater is the ideal hydrator, and glycerin helps attract moisture. Use this combo as the first step in the LOC method for a mid-week refresher.
- Milk and Rosewater. Dairy milk and coconut milk can both help to smoothen your hair and add shine. Coconut milk is excellent for patching high porosity hair. The milk and rosewater combination will work to repair your hair and scalp.
- Rosewater and Vitamin E Oil. Rosewater already contains vitamin E, but blending in more of this anti-aging vitamin will help to reduce inflammation and repair the hair follicles.
- Rosewater and Aloe Vera. Aloe is healing for the scalp, especially if you’ve mistreated or abused your hair follicles with tension hairstyles or relaxer. Use this combo to hydrate your hair after hair straightening, coloring, and any other damaging treatments.
- Lemon and Rosewater. This combination is an antibacterial powerhouse. Both lemon and rosewater will help to soothe an inflamed scalp and eliminate scalp acne. Lemon is also a natural hair lightener.
- Rose Water and Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV). Both of these ingredients help to balance the pH of your scalp and hair. Use them for an effective ACV and rose water hair rinse for softening the hair after you shampoo.
- Rosewater and Witch Hazel. Using this astringent compound with rosewater will help to cleanse the scalp and reduce inflammatory conditions. Witch hazel is probably too drying for your hair so you may want to limit it to scalp only.
Best Organic Rose Water for Hair
The best way to get organic rosewater is to make it yourself from ecological roses. However, buying it already made is often easier, especially now that you can find a high-quality source of rose water on the internet.
Wondering where to buy rosewater? Look for rosewater at your local health food store or
.It’s good to have pure rosewater so you can decide which additional ingredients you’d like to add.
makes a wonderful organic rose water with absolutely no additives.Can You Leave Rose Water in Your Hair?
Yes, rose water makes a great leave-in conditioner, especially when you add other ingredients, like glycerin and your favorite oils.
Rose water has a lightly fragrant scent without being overwhelming or artificial. Use it as a hair detangler or as the first step in the LOC method.
For a detangler, mix rose water with glycerin and add Butta Butta Cream. The water will loosen your hair and make it more pliable. Glycerin will help to draw in moisture to your tresses, and castor oil will help to lubricate the tangles.
Are you thinking about using rose water for Sisterlocks? You can use this water to moisturize your Sisterlocks and regular locs.
Pour the water into a spray bottle and mix in an equal part of vitamin E oil. Spray the mixture on your locs daily.
Are you ready to try rose water for your curls? Keep in mind that some people are allergic to roses and the water. Try using a small amount of the water on the underside of your elbow to rule out any allergic reactions before you apply it to your scalp.
Rose water can be a great addition to your regimen if you want to spruce up your hydration. It smells incredible, it’s moisturizing, and it can help to repair your scalp for accelerated hair growth.
What about you? Have you tried rose water for your natural hair, and if so, did you like the results?
Hey Curl Friend, I’m Patrina Haupt the creator and author of Natural Hair Queen. I hope you find my healthy hair care tips helpful in your hair journey. Healthy hair care practices are definitely, what helped me to achieve waist length hair.
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Thank you for the information it was very informative I would like to know if you also use rosewater with olive oi?
Hello Tiesha, Yes you can! If you find that olive oil is too thin add a bit of pure castor oil or sweet almond oil to your mixture.