Hair10 min
Rose Water and Aloe Scalp Spritz for Summer
A light spray of rose water and thinned aloe gel for a hot, itchy scalp between washes in summer.
The Ayurvedic view of rose
Gulab (rose) petals, rose water and gulkand are cooling in Ayurveda and are used for skin, summer heat and a calm mood.
On hot days a sweaty scalp can feel itchy and uncomfortable. A cool spritz of rose water with a little aloe gel is soothing and leaves no oil behind.
Ingredients
- ½ cup rose water
- 1 tbsp fresh aloe gel
- A clean spray bottle
How to prepare
- Blend aloe gel with rose water until smooth; strain into the bottle and refrigerate.
How to use
- Part hair and spritz the scalp lightly; massage in.
- Use once a day on hot days. Make fresh every five days.
Helpful habits
- Desi pink roses (Rosa damascena type) have the best fragrance.
Precautions
- Shake before each use; discard if it smells off.
- Use petals from unsprayed roses; florist roses are often treated with chemicals.
- Patch-test behind the ear first; skip on broken or inflamed scalp.
- A home remedy, not a treatment. See a doctor if symptoms last more than a few days or get worse.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use it on wet hair?
- Yes, after a wash or on dry hair between washes.
Will it make hair sticky?
- Only if you use too much aloe; keep it thin.
Is bottled rose water fine?
- Choose one with only rose distillate listed, no alcohol or fragrance.
