topic Re: Rose Water as a Toner? in Beauty

Rose Water as a Toner?

Quinny — Sat, 06 Jan 2018 20:34:12 GMT

I have been making some changes in my skincare products. It appears that as I have matured, I have been having reactions to many of my longtime favorites. I have also had to begin a medication regimen which my dermatologist claims could be a reason why I have started reacting to them. She suggested some all natural/organic products I have (so far) had good results. She suggested I use rose water as a toner. I thought about it later and it seems to me that the nature of rose water might be irritating.

Do any of you use or have you used rose water on your skin, for any reason? I'd be interested to hear what brand you used and the results.

Many thanks to my beautiful consultants here on the "Banter". My best advice has always come from you!

Rose Water As A Toner?

Quinny — Sat, 06 Jan 2018 20:37:23 GMT

Forgive me, I'm not certain if my original post appeared.

Re: Rose Water as a Toner?

Texasmouse — Sat, 06 Jan 2018 20:44:44 GMT

There is a lot of controversy lately as to whether or not a "toner" is necessary at all. In addition, anything with fragrance (natural or otherwise) could be problematic because you can develop a sensitivity to it at any time, resulting in allergic dermatitis.

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TX-starlight — Sat, 06 Jan 2018 21:07:20 GMT

Witch Hazel is the best toner!!

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clarika — Sat, 06 Jan 2018 21:11:02 GMT

your chosen font is difficult to read.

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Montana — Sat, 06 Jan 2018 21:46:02 GMT

I use a few different organic rose water toners and they do not irritate my skin. Since I use wipe off cleansers most of the time, I feel toners remove any left on residue.

These are the brands I have now: Gulsha Ultimate Rosewater, Teak Naturals Rose Water, and Teddie Organics Organic Rose Water.

Re: Rose Water as a Toner?

SilleeMee — Sat, 06 Jan 2018 22:06:29 GMT

I use a rosewater product made by the Heritage Store. It contains the pure rose petal distillate concentrate with added water. There is nothing irritating about. It is a natural anti-inflammatory. Products that are advertised as 'rosewater' many times contain other ingredients like alcohols, synthetic fragrances and glycols which might cause sensitivity issues. I've never had any problems with the Heritage brand. I make a moisturizing mist with it and I add green tea extract, another anti-inflammatory substance.

Re: Rose Water as a Toner?

SahmIam — Sat, 06 Jan 2018 23:07:00 GMT

I use rose water to remove anything left over after cleaning; to remove anything left over after a mask; to hydrate my skin; to press into my skin before applying an oil; to refresh my skin during the day. It any of those refer to it being as a "toner", then my answer is yes.

Re: Rose Water as a Toner?

phoenixbrd — Sat, 06 Jan 2018 23:23:58 GMT

@Quinny Thayer's rose witch hazel alcohol free

Re: Rose Water as a Toner?

JeanLouiseFinch — Sun, 07 Jan 2018 05:37:35 GMT

@SilleeMee wrote:
I use a rosewater product made by the Heritage Store. It contains the pure rose petal distillate concentrate with added water. There is nothing irritating about. It is a natural anti-inflammatory. Products that are advertised as 'rosewater' many times contain other ingredients like alcohols, synthetic fragrances and glycols which might cause sensitivity issues. I've never had any problems with the Heritage brand. I make a moisturizing mist with it and I add green tea extract, another anti-inflammatory substance.

@SilleeMee- I'm not sure that you are accurate on the Heritage Store Rosewater being a true distilate. From what I've read, it's water with rose oil mixed in.

I've decided to give rose water a try (remember it being a staple in my moms limited routine) so I recently ordered the Alteya Organics Bulgarian Rose Water. It's 100% pure, natural, and a true distilation of the rose petals with nothing else added.

Steam-distilled from fresh rose petals (from Rosa Damascena Bulgaria)
Anti-inflammatory, acne-preventing, and balancing.
Therapeutic, Cleansing, and Detoxifying. Skin Care-Grade.
Pure Rose Flower Water. NOT a fragrance, NOT a mixture of rose oil and water.
Suitable for sensitive and irritated skin. Rejuvenating, stimulating, and harmonizing. 100% VEGAN.

Daily Care:

After cleansing
After shower
When sunburned
To set makeup
After shaving / waxing
During travel Suitable for all skin types.

Benefits:

Restoring, toning and moisturizing
Anti-aging and rejuvenating
Uplifts emotional levels
Balances skin Ph level
Anti-inflammatory, acne-preventing
Protects and purifies skin

Re: Rose Water as a Toner?

Harpa — Sun, 07 Jan 2018 12:34:18 GMT

According to Aubrey Hampton, rosewater is a hydrosol or floral water and is a natural hydrator and an anti-irritant. It is meant to be a soothing agent for dry, sensitive skin.

You would need to pay attention to what other things might be listed in the ingredient deck.

There are different purposes for toners. Some say to bring the pH level back to its proper acidity. You really do not want anything too alkaline on your skin.

Some want the extra hydration (which is why I like them.) And then I use something else for proper pH.

I agree, your post was hard to read, so I am not sure why you might be interested in rosewater, other than it was suggested to you, counter-acting your medications that may be affecting your skin.

If you do try one, make sure it is a pure hydrosol. Garden of Wisdom offers pure hydrosols.

Re: Rose Water as a Toner?

Katcat1 — Sun, 07 Jan 2018 20:10:45 GMT

@phoenixbrd I totally agree with Thayer's rose water toner. No alcohol and feels great on the skin. I use occasionally but always have on hand.

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Katcat1 — Sun, 07 Jan 2018 20:11:40 GMT

@Quinny Do you actually think someone can read the font you used? I just passed it up and read other replies.

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Nightowlz — Sun, 07 Jan 2018 22:17:11 GMT

Do any of you use or have you used rose water on your skin, for any reason? I'd be interested to hear what brand you used and the results.

Many thanks to my beautiful consultants here on the "Banter". My best advice has always come from you!

@Quinny

I had to change your font so I could read your post.

ITA with a few others that posted Thayer's Rose Toner.

Purified Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (Certified Organic Filet Of Aloe Vera), Glycerin (Vegetable), Fragrance (Natural Rose), Hamamelis Virginiana Extract (made from Certified Organic Witch Hazel), Rosa Centifolia (Rose) Flower Water, Citric Acid, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract

Made of extract from the Witch Hazel shrub (Hamamelis Virginiana) and a blend of other time-tested ingredients – THAYERS® Witch Hazel with Aloe Vera Formula Astringents and Alcohol-Free Toners are soothing, natural treatments that cleanse, tone and soothe your skin. THAYERS® are the only Witch Hazel products made of non-distilled extract from the Witch Hazel shrub maintaining the highest levels of therapeutic tannins.

These natural elixirs have been a fixture in medicine cabinets for generations. Once you use them, you’ll know why.

Re: Rose Water As A Toner?

RainyDayGal — Mon, 08 Jan 2018 04:06:48 GMT

@clarika wrote:
your chosen font is difficult to read.

I didn't even try. It's WAY too hard on the eyes, gives me a headache!

Re: Rose Water As A Toner?

San Antonio Gal — Mon, 08 Jan 2018 12:09:41 GMT

@clarika- agree on your comment on the font of the original post. I can't read it either....

Re: Rose Water As A Toner?

Quinny — Tue, 09 Jan 2018 06:59:21 GMT

@clarika forgive me, you don't have to read my post if it is too difficult for you.

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Quinny — Tue, 09 Jan 2018 07:03:00 GMT

@Harpa what was difficult to read...my wording of the question or the font? As I mentioned to a previous poster who complained If my post is too hard for you to read, skip it.

Re: Rose Water as a Toner?

Quinny — Tue, 09 Jan 2018 07:11:57 GMT

MY GOODNESS! I INADVERTENTLY USED A FONT THAT APPARENTLY WAS DIFFICULT FOR MANY OF YOU TO READ. I UNDERSTAND, I MADE A MISTAKE. TO ALL OF YOU WHO COMPLAINED, YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO READ MY POST...IF IT WAS TOO DIFFICULT TO READ - SKIP IT!

TO ALL OF YOU WHO RESPONDED DESPITE MY UNPARDONABLE FAUX-PAS, THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR HELP! I APPRECIATE YOUR THOUGHTS AND OPINIONS.

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Quinny — Tue, 09 Jan 2018 07:13:39 GMT

@San Antonio Gal your response was rather silly and unnecessary