What Is Rose Hydrosol? Skincare Benefits Explained | Dope Skin Co

Rose Hydrosol is actually just a fancy name for rose water, and in addition to being one of the nicest smelling things on the planet, it also happens to have some serious skincare benefits.

Keep scrolling to discover all there is to know about rose hydrosol, from its benefits to its safety.

Overview

To understand how rose hydrosol works, we must first understand how it’s made. Rose water is produced by distilling rose petals with steam. That is where the ingredient gets its floral scent. Note that while the smell might seem strong when you first sniff a product that contains rose hydrosol, in reality it’s actually quite a mild fragrance. This ensures it won’t irritate your skin or give you a headache.

Further, rose water has been around for thousands of years. It is believed to have originated in modern day Iran and throughout history, has been used in everything from food and drinks to beauty products.

But we’re all about skincare here at Dope Skin Co., which is why below, we break down all of the ways that rose hydrosol benefits the skin.

Benefits

First and foremost, rose hydrosol is an anti-inflammatory. This property means it can help calm both internal and external irritation. There is also evidence to suggest it can help reduce irritation caused by skin conditions like rosacea, dermatitis, eczema, and psoriasis.

Further, as an anti-inflammatory, rose water is also great at reducing redness. So if you deal with redness caused by acne or rosacea, rose water can help even out your complexion and reduce puffiness.

Third, rose hydrosol has antibacterial properties, which means it can help cleanse the skin and support clearer pores.

Lastly, rose water is a mild astringent (for those that don’t know, an astringent is a substance that helps tone body tissue, such as witch hazel). Its astringent properties mean that it can help tone the skin.

Safety

Good news! Rose hydrosol is generally considered safe to use when applied topically.

It is mild and gentle, which makes it a good fit for people who deal with skin conditions or who have sensitive skin. You'll find it in beauty products like toners, cleansers, essences, and serums.

Although it can be used in a multitude of ways, if you’re buying rose hydrosol on its own, it works well as a cleanser or toner. It can also be misted onto your face for a refreshing midday boost.

You'll find rose water in our Botanical Antioxidant Serum and Antioxidant Moisturiser — both formulated to calm redness and support a compromised barrier without stripping the skin.