Rose Water, 250 ml

Rose water by Dobella, in a 250 ml glass bottle. The red label says Rose Water in English and in Arabic. The water inside is clear and colourless. The bottle has a dark blue screw cap.

What it is for: a light rose water for the face. Use it after you wash your face and before your cream. It leaves the skin feeling fresh. It is a water, not an oil, so the scent is lighter than a rose perfume oil. Here it is sold as a cosmetic for the skin. Rose water also goes into Egyptian desserts. For food, first check that the back label says it is food-grade.

Pour a little onto a cotton pad. Wipe it over clean skin and let it dry. Then put on your cream. You can also fill a clean spray bottle of your own and mist your face. On hot days, keep the bottle in the fridge for a cooler feel. If the directions on the bottle differ, follow them.

The difference from a refilled bottle at a bazaar stall is what you can check yourself. It has a brand name and a printed label. It reaches you unopened, at the price on this page, with nothing to haggle over. The front label lists no ingredients. When it arrives, read the back label for the ingredient list and the expiry date.

It is for external use only. Try a little on the inner arm first and wait a day. Do not use it on broken or sore skin. If you are allergic to roses or to fragrance, do not use it. If your skin turns red or itchy, stop and wash it off. Keep it out of the eyes and away from small children. It is not a sunscreen.

Close the cap after each use. Keep the bottle out of direct sun and heat. At 250 ml it is over the 100 ml limit for liquids in hand luggage at most airports. Pack it in checked baggage. Wrap the glass bottle in clothes and seal it in a zip bag.

Who it suits: anyone who wants a simple rose water for the face, or a small, useful gift. It pairs well with our Aloe Vera Gel, 100 ml: rose water first, then the gel. Skip it if roses or fragrance irritate your skin.