I remember a time when my father used to give my mother and I roses all the time, whether it be on our birthdays, Valentine’s Day, or even on the most simplest of occasions. He even had a small rose garden near the side of our house, where he’d just sit down, and look at them. And I’ll admit, I join him sometimes.

But even so, roses are more than just pretty flowers to look at. Through products such as rose water and rose oil, they’ve been known to promote health and beauty, including:

Promoting Healthy Hair Growth

Rose water nourishes hair follicles by helping to balance the pH on your hair. Because of its anti-inflammatory properties, it can also reduce dandruff, and can make your hair smoother, shinier, and healthier.

Making Skin Beautiful

Similar to rose water, rose oil can help make skin more beautiful. It has been known to tighten pores and improve skin tone. It can also help balance out the pH on your skin, as well as soothe irritated skin.

Improving Immune System Function

Rose water has an enormous amount of vitamins that will improve your immune system. It has a lot of vitamin C, more so than oranges, and because of this, it can help promote collagen production and maintain healthy connective tissues.

Roses have many uses, a lot of which stems from the vitamins it contains, and the allure it holds. From promoting hair growth, to strengthening the immune system, roses are a staple of both a beautiful and healthy lifestyle.

-Feautured photo by Maja Petric