Roses were believed to have grown at least 32 million years ago.
With their radiant yet delicate beauty and intoxicating scent, it is no
wonder that they are widely grown for their beauty and fragrance. Roses
symbolize spring and summer, they also symbolize everlasting love. The
stunning, luscious red petals with their honey sweet scent, truly convey
romance and exquisite intrigue as well as passionate love.
Roses are not only beautiful to look at but are believed to have healing powers as well. Napoleon was believed to have given his officers white wine boiled with red roses, for various ailments, while the French made use of rose water for healing skin and throat problems.
With its toning and antiseptic properties, the oil from this lovely flower is now widely used in anti-aging skin-care formulas and perfumes. It is much used in the field of aromatherapy. A large amount of the petals could only produce a little of the oil, thus contributing to its expensive price. Roses are known for their calming and stress relieving effect and thus the oil proves to be helpful to those in a depressed state of mind or having stress-induced insomnia.
Just by adding 6 drops of its pure essential oil to the bath, has a soothing and relaxing effect on the body and mind. Adding 6-8 drops of the pure essential oil to 30 ml carrier oil, then used on the face and body, produces the same effect. Sipping a cup of rose tea, made by steeping the dried petals in just-boiled water for 15 minutes, just before bedtime, results in sound sleep.
Rose petal tea stimulates blood circulation and is good for complexion. Good for regulating menstruation. Roses seem to have a decongestant effect, especially on females who have painful and irregular periods. It relieves tightness in the chest, has calming effect on the nerves and helps in depression. When made into enzymes, it helps improve appetite and alleviates headaches.
According to traditional Chinese medicine, the rose is sweet in nature with a slightly bitter taste and has a warm energy, affecting the liver and spleen. It is able to regulate the Qi or life energy in our bodies. Chinese physicians normally prescribes it as a herb that calms the mind and spirit.
Roses are not only beautiful to look at but are believed to have healing powers as well. Napoleon was believed to have given his officers white wine boiled with red roses, for various ailments, while the French made use of rose water for healing skin and throat problems.
With its toning and antiseptic properties, the oil from this lovely flower is now widely used in anti-aging skin-care formulas and perfumes. It is much used in the field of aromatherapy. A large amount of the petals could only produce a little of the oil, thus contributing to its expensive price. Roses are known for their calming and stress relieving effect and thus the oil proves to be helpful to those in a depressed state of mind or having stress-induced insomnia.
Just by adding 6 drops of its pure essential oil to the bath, has a soothing and relaxing effect on the body and mind. Adding 6-8 drops of the pure essential oil to 30 ml carrier oil, then used on the face and body, produces the same effect. Sipping a cup of rose tea, made by steeping the dried petals in just-boiled water for 15 minutes, just before bedtime, results in sound sleep.
Rose petal tea stimulates blood circulation and is good for complexion. Good for regulating menstruation. Roses seem to have a decongestant effect, especially on females who have painful and irregular periods. It relieves tightness in the chest, has calming effect on the nerves and helps in depression. When made into enzymes, it helps improve appetite and alleviates headaches.
According to traditional Chinese medicine, the rose is sweet in nature with a slightly bitter taste and has a warm energy, affecting the liver and spleen. It is able to regulate the Qi or life energy in our bodies. Chinese physicians normally prescribes it as a herb that calms the mind and spirit.
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