Radiant Skin at Home: DIY Rose Extract for Skincare

Rose extract for skincare is a valuable addition to DIY natural beauty products. Extracts like these bring concentrated plant benefits to your creams, body scrubs, soaps, and more, enhancing their efficacy and providing targeted care for your skin.

In this article, we will guide you through the process of making your own rose extract. By opting for a DIY approach, you ensure the quality and purity of your ingredients, avoiding unnecessary additives or synthetic components.

Not only does this method save you money compared to buying pre-made extracts, but it also offers the satisfaction of knowing exactly what’s in your skincare products.

Ingredients Needed

• Dried roses
• Distilled water
• Vegetable glycerine

Tools Needed

• Glass bowl and glass jar
• Glass mixing rod

Prior to use, ensure that both your utensils and containers are properly cleaned and disinfected. Wash them with warm soapy water, dry with a tissue, and then sanitize by spraying with 70% medical alcohol. Wipe them clean and let them air dry before use.

Steps: DIY Rose Extract for Skincare

1- Place 8 grams (0.28 ounces) of dried roses in a glass jar.

2- Pour 30 grams (1.05 ounces) of distilled water into the jar.

3- Stir the contents.

4- Add 70 grams (2.46 ounces) of vegetable glycerine.

5- Mix well.

6- Ensure that the rosebuds and petals are fully submerged and soaked.

7- Cover the jar and leave it in a closed cabinet for a month.

8- Every 2-3 days, shake the jar and assure that the glycerine is coating everything well. Return the jar back to the cabinet and repeat for up to a month.

9- After a month, filter out the extract and keep it in a glass container ready to use.

10- This extract can last for approximately a year without the need for a preservative. However, if you prefer to add a preservative, ask the shop where you buy it about the quantity to add. In general, you can add 1% of the preservative.

How to Use DIY Rose Extract for Skincare

Rose extract made with glycerine can be used in a variety of DIY skincare products. For best results, use the extract at a concentration of 2-5% by weight. Here’s how to incorporate it:

a. Face Creams and Lotions: Add 2-5% of rose extract to your DIY creams and lotions for hydrating and soothing effects.

b. Water-Based Serums: Since this extract is glycerine-based, it can only be incorporated into water-based serums. Use 2-5% for moisturizing and antioxidant benefits.

c. Toners: Add 2-5% of rose extract to your facial toners for a refreshing and calming boost, especially for sensitive skin.

d. Scrubs: Incorporate 2-5% of rose extract into your DIY body scrubs for added softness and nourishment.

e. Soaps: Use 2-5% of the extract in glycerine soap formulations. It is not suitable for cold-processed soap due to its glycerine content.

Always conduct a patch test before fully integrating the extract into your skincare routine to ensure compatibility.

Here are recipes that include the DIY Rose Extract as an ingredient:

• Easy DIY Hand Cream with Rose Extract: Soft, Scented, and Soothing Care
• Nourishing DIY Aloe Vera Body Cream Infused with Rose Essence
• Unlock Beauty Secrets with DIY Rose Creamy Soap: Enhance Your Skincare Regimen

Benefits

Rose extract is a powerful ingredient that offers a variety of benefits for the skin. When incorporated into your DIY skincare products, it provides the following advantages:

Hydration: Rose extract helps to retain moisture in the skin, leaving it feeling soft and well-hydrated. Glycerine, being a humectant, attracts water to the skin, providing long-lasting hydration.

Soothing Properties: The natural anti-inflammatory qualities of rose extract help calm irritated or sensitive skin, making it ideal for people with redness or skin conditions like rosacea.

Antioxidant Protection: Rich in antioxidants, rose extract fights free radicals, helping to protect the skin from environmental stressors and slow down the visible signs of aging.

Skin Brightening: Rose extract gently brightens the complexion, giving the skin a more radiant and even appearance.

Toning Effect: It helps tighten the pores and improve the skin’s overall texture, leaving it smoother and more refined.

Gentle and Suitable for Sensitive Skin: Rose extract is mild and suitable for most skin types, especially those with sensitive skin, as it provides nourishing benefits without being harsh.

Here are more articles on how to create extracts:

• Vibrant Skin at Home: DIY Chamomile Extract for Skincare
• Healthy Skin at Home: DIY Green Tea Extract for Skincare

Video How-To on My Channel | Jinane World

The steps to make the DIY Rose Extract for Skincare are demonstrated between the timestamps 2m30s and 6m30s of this video.