Potential Skin Irritation from Rose Water
Question
Can using [url=http://www.myskinrecipes.com/shop/distilled-infused-water/1255-rose-water-%E0%B9%82%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%A7%E0%B8%AD%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%95%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%A3%E0%B9%8C-%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%99%E0%B9%89%E0%B8%B3%E0%B8%81%E0%B8%B8%E0%B8%AB%E0%B8%A5%E0%B8%B2%E0%B8%9A-rosa-damascena.html:328so9k7]Rose Water[/url:328so9k7] cause irritation, especially for people with sensitive skin?
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# Potential for Irritation with Rose Water
Based on the product information for Rose Water (Rosa Damascena), Rose Petal Water, and Bulgarian Rose Water, these products are generally considered soothing and the descriptions state that they can help prevent skin irritation. They are extracted via steam distillation and contain volatile essential oils.
While Rose Water is often used in products for sensitive skin due to its soothing properties, individual skin sensitivity varies greatly. Even natural ingredients can potentially cause a reaction in some people, especially those with very sensitive or reactive skin. Factors like the concentration of volatile oils or the presence of preservatives (such as phenoxyethanol at 0.5% in these products) could potentially be irritating for some individuals.
If you have particularly sensitive skin, it's always recommended to perform a patch test on a small area before applying the product widely.
