It may be the beginning of the year, when we can still enjoy the relaxing effect of the holidays. But even so we can always enhance this feeling, bolstering us up for the year ahead. When it comes to the art of relaxation, the story goes that Cleopatra, renowned for her beauty, also understood the calming benefits of rose petals, using rose water for many different aspects of her bathing regimen.

Not to be outdone by this famous beauty, today we still use rose water and its multifaceted benefits ranging from used rose water in various face masks. It also prevents aging by reducing wrinkles and tightening skin pores. Dry skin can be hydrated by using rose water as a moisturizer.

Rose water cleanses the skin, removing dirt, oil and other pollutants from deep inside the skin pores. Amazingly, it can be used on any skin type without causing much irritation. Rose water is created from rose oil by distilling fresh rose petals.

Tip:

• The secret of making your own rose water is to pour distilled water in a glass jar
• Add fresh rose petals

• Position the jar so that it has several days of sunshine

Aside from its calming effects, rose water has wonderful mood enhancing properties. Whether you want to relive your holiday your holiday bliss or relieve tension or feeling out of sorts,  adding rose petals to a warm bath will create a luxurious, soothing effect.  Best of all, it will also help you sleep better, helping you to wake up invigorated, feeling stronger to take on the world.

Rose water is also known for its health and beauty benefits. You can use rose water to treat acne, add to a tea to calm sore throats, and of course, pour it in a bath for a luxurious experience, and more. Making your own rose water is easy: Visit http://bit.ly/1mCwtM5

If you want to relax even further, try a calming rose petal face mask from rose petals or create a luxurious, mood lifting bath experience: