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Gently scented rose hydrolate

Gently scented rose hydrolate

Rose petals contain essential oils such as geraniol, citronellol and nerol. They also contain vitamins A, C and P (flavonoids) as well as lipids, waxes and resins. The essential oils and tannins in the rose have an anti-inflammatory as well as nerve-strengthening and astringent effect on minor skin injuries or inflammations of the mucous membranes.

It is also advisable to apply a light rose hydrolate compress to insect bites. Itching and swelling subside quickly. Rose compresses For swollen and irritated eyes: simply place a cotton pad with rose hydrolate as a soothing compress and let the eyes relax for 10 minutes.

Note: Hydrolats should always be stored in a cool and dark place.

Gently scented rose hydrolate Recipe

By Verena
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 filled cooking tray with rose blossoms (Use unsprayed blossoms!)

Instructions

  • Pour 1 L of water into the mixing bowl of the Thermomix ®.
  • Fill the cooking insert with rose petals.
  • Put on the lid with the still and start the still as described in the instructions for use.
  • In the Thermomix®, set the time to 30 min, the temperature to Varoma® and the speed to level 1.
  • After 10 - 15 min, the hydrolate drips into the collecting vessel.

Notes

1 simmering insert with rose petals yields approx. 250 ml rose hydrosol
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