How to Make a Facial Mask Using Rose Petals

Rose with petals

Rose petals are used for many things, including a tea that is said to relieve the discomfort of a sore throat. Another rose petal concoction is a facial mask. The rose petal face mask is soothing to the skin, and the petals have antiseptic properties, destroying bacteria that can cause acne flare-ups. With a handful of roses you can make yourself your own rose petal mask.

Things You'll Need

• 2 roses in full bloom
• 1/2 cup of old-fashioned rolled oats
• Food processor
• Rose water
• 1/4 cup of honey

Instructions

Making a Face Mask With Rose Petals

1. Rip the petals from the roses and shred into pieces. Measure out 1/8 cup of petals. Set aside.

2. Put 1/3 cup of the rolled oats into a food processor. Using the "pulse" feature, grind the oatmeal for a few seconds until it resembles a coarse flour.

3. Add rose petals to the oatmeal in the food processor. Pulse again for 10 seconds.

4. Add two teaspoons of rose water, and then 1/4 cup of honey to the rose petals and oatmeal mixture. Pulse for 10 seconds. If you have a difficult time getting the mixture to blend well in your food processor, you can mix it vigorously by hand, or try it in a blender. Often larger food processors don't work well for small mixing small amounts of ingredients.

5. Apply the rose petal mixture to your face and allow it to stay on for 30 minutes. Rinse off with warm water and gently towel your skin dry.

Tips & Warnings

• Wash your face before applying any facial mask, as this will remove any impurities on the skin and allow the ingredients in the mask to work better. You can make your own rose water if you have none available. Simply boil 1/2 cup of rose petals in 1 cup of water for 20 minutes. Allow to cool and you are ready to use it.

• Try to use local, fresh honey. Even though the mask requires a small amount, local honey will have local antibodies in it and fewer chemicals.

Resources

• Health benefits of roses.
• How to make your own rose water.