We’ve waxed poetic about organic lavender. We’ve hailed lavender hydrosol for its healing properties. And we’ve even extolled the virtues of lavender in food, both sweet and savory.
But once and a while, we recognize that other worthy floral blooms offer their own contribution to our bath and body routine.
A Rose By Any Other Name…
Like lavender, rose water – or rose hydrosol – soothes irritated skin. It is considered a mild, natural sedative that can act as an anti-depressant. And rose is used in treatments to ease everything from nervous tension to peptic ulcers to heart disease.
This Lavender-Rose Sweet Water Mist is a multi-tasker extraordinaire. Mix up this DIY recipe and use it to…
- Repel moths and other insects before winter storage
- Promote rest and relaxation before bedtime when spritzed on your pillowcase
- Give your clothes a lovely lift when used as a mist before ironing (see you later spray starch!)
- Use your favorite lavender essential oil from Napa Valley Bath!
So without further ado, here is a great DIY recipe for yourself, or to make as a gift for a friend or loved one…
Lavender-Rose Sweet Water Mist
Ingredients:
- 4 ounces rose hydrosol (available at natural-foods stores)
- 1 ounce distilled water
- 1 tablespoon 150- to 190-proof alcohol, such as brandy, unflavored vodka, or grain alcohol
- 10 drops vegetable glycerin
- 45 drops lavender essential oil
How To:
In a small spray mister, combine rose hydrosol, water, alcohol, vegetable glycerin, and lavender essential oil. Cover and shake well to blend.
source: WholeLiving.com
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