Gently scented rose hydrolate
By Matthias Schempf
Gently Fragrant Rose Hydrosol
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 roses have anti-inflammatory and nerve-strengthening effects, and are astringent for minor skin injuries or mucous membrane inflammations.

It is also recommended to apply a light rose hydrosol compress for insect bites. Itching and swelling quickly subside. Rose compresses work just as quickly and easily for swollen and irritated eyes: simply place a cotton pad with rose hydrosol as a soothing compress and relax your eyes for 10 minutes.
Note: Hydrosols should always be stored in a cool, dark place.
Gently scented rose hydrolate Recipe
By Verena
Prep time:
5 minutes
Cook time:
30 minutes
Ingredients
- 1/2 full steaming insert with rose petals (Use unsprayed petals!)
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.

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