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TONIFIES & SOOTHES

Besides the lovely scent of these delicate petals, roses can be used topically as a toner because of its light astringent properties.

Ravishing Rose: facial toner & astringent

Dr. Michele Burklund June 22, 2013

This is my favorite recipe for rose-water by the master herbalist Rosemary Gladstar

HOMEMADE ROSEWATER

Rose Water

Ingredients

  • 3 parts which hazel extract

  • 1 part distilled water

  • fresh organically grown rose petals

Directions

Mix the witch hazel extract with the distilled water.  Place the fresh roses in a quart jar.

Completely cover the roses with the witch hazel/water mixture, adding enough extra mixture to cover the petals 2 to 3 inches above.

Cover tightly and place in a warm shaded area.

Let the mixture sit for 2 to 3 weeks.

Strain out the roses and rebottle the water for use.

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MEDICINE WILD | Founded by Dr. Michele Burklund | Custom Doctor Formulated Products

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MEDICINE WILD. curated by Dr. Michele Burklund.  Dr. Michele Burklund perfectly blends the art of natural medicine into  beautiful and inspiring health tips in her health and wellness  website, Medicine Wild. Learn about natural remedies, DIY treatments, naturopathic lifestyles, and more

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