Many health claims have come from studies in animals.
Can You Use Rose Water on Your Face Every Day?
If your skin tolerates rose water well, daily use may be fine.
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If you notice any skin irritation, though, stop using it and look for a different product.
Other types ofessential oilsmay also promote scalp health.
Certainherbsandrice watermay also help hair.
Mental Health Benefits
Rose oil may have antidepressant effects.
A couple of studies from 2015 showed that inhaling the scent ofR.
damascenaoil reduced depression symptoms among men living with depression and increased dopamine and norepinephrine among women living with depression.
Antifungal Benefits
In addition to anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, rose extract may provide antifungal benefits.
Food Benefits
Rose fruit extract has been shown to have antibacterial properties, which may be applied to food.
Pain Benefits
Rose oil massage and aromatherapy may provide pain relief.
A study examining postoperative pain in children found that children who receivedR.
(damask rose) aromatherapy had significantly less pain.
You could also try a tea that has rose in the blend.
Can You Drink Rose Water or Rose-Infused Tea?
There are countless recipes for tea (hot or iced) with rose water.
Rose is also a common ingredient in tea mixes at the grocery store or your favorite tea shop.
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