As Tet arrives and Spring brings vibrant colorful flowers, many families choose to buy pots or vases of flowers to decorate and beautify their homes for the Lunar New Year. Instead of disposing of these Tet flowers after the holiday, it is beneficial to utilize them as ingredients to nourish your skin.

1. Roses

Roses

Components in rose petals:

• Rose petals contain beneficial substances such as , , , ,  , … These substances are beneficial for organs in the body such as the heart, digestive system, and immune system.
• Rose essential oil contains citral, which is an antibacterial substance, as well as citronellyl acetate, phenylacetaldehyde, eugenol, and farnesol, which have the ability to kill harmful bacteria and viruses for the skin

Making rose toner

Rose Petals can be used to make toner by cosmetic companies. This type of toner acts as a deep cleanser that penetrates into each pore, removes any remaining dirt from makeup or outdoor activities, balances the skin, tightens pores, and leaves it soft and smooth.

Rose toner

You can make rose petals into toner using the water-steaming method as follows:

Ingredients:

• Rose petals
• Tools: , ,

Instructions:

Step 1: Separate the rose petals from the stems and soak them in diluted saltwater for about 10-15 minutes. Then, take them out and rinse to remove impurities.

Separate the rose petals

Step 2: Place a porcelain bowl in the middle of a pot and arrange the rose petals around the bowl so that they do not exceed its height. Pour cold water to submerge the petals.

Arrange the rose petals around the bowl and pour water to submerge the petals

Step 3: Turn on the stove to medium heat and place an inverted lid on the pot. This allows the steam to rise and condense, falling into the bowl. To speed up the condensation process, you can place a few small ice cubes on top of the lid.

Turn on the stove to medium heat for the steam to rise

Step 4: The condensed water in the bowl is the toner solution, which is lighter in color than the rose petals. Let it cool and transfer it into a glass bottle for future use.

After obtaining the toner, store it in a glass bottle for later use

Making rose tea

You can also make rose tea from the nutrients in rose petals for daily consumption. Rose petals contain Vitamin A and E, which help moisturize the skin, and Vitamin C, which cools down the body, detoxifies, reduces dark circles and wrinkles, and prevents skin aging.

Rose tea

Ingredients:

• Rose petals and blossoms (if available)
• Tools: Microwave (if available), glass jar

Instructions:

Step 1: Dry the rose petals

Separate each petal, wash them thoroughly, and let them air dry. For the blossoms, leave them whole, wash them thoroughly, and hang them upside down to dry under sunlight for 4-6 days until they are completely dried. Flip the petals regularly to ensure even drying.

If there is not enough sunlight, you can use a microwave to dry them. Arrange the petals and blossoms on a tray, spread them evenly, and place them between two thin sheets of paper. Set the microwave to 30 seconds, check the petals, and continue microwaving for 5-10 seconds if they are not dry.

Step 2: Storage and preservation

After drying, store the petals and blossoms in a clean, dry glass jar or a ziplock bag for future use. Keep them in a cool place away from direct sunlight and regularly check for signs of moisture or mold on the petals. Do not use them if any signs are present.

Brewing dried rose tea:

Ingredients to prepare:

• 10 dried rose blossoms or 10g of rose petals
• 10ml of honey (according to sweetness preference)
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• Tools:

Brewing method:

Step 1: Boil 20ml of cold water until it reaches boiling point.

Step 2: Peel and thinly slice the ginger, and add the ginger along with the rose blossoms or petals, and teabag into a teapot. Pour the boiling water and wait for 10-15 minutes to make the tea.

Step 3: Remove the teabag.

Step 4: When ready to drink, add honey to the teapot as desired and enjoy.

2. Peach Blossoms

Peach blossoms, whether yellow or white, can be used to make daily facial cleansers that treat brown spots, melasma, or freckles on the face.

Peach blossoms contain essential oils such as cineole, which is an anti-inflammatory substance that reduces swelling, and borneol, which treats skin infections. They also contain fragrance substances such as linalool, benzyl alcohol, farnesol, terpineol, indole, as well as other substances like meranti, which is a skin-protecting compound.

Peach blossoms

Ingredients:

• Peach blossoms
• Tools: Glass jar

Instructions:

Step 1: Choose fresh and undamaged peach blossoms, soak them in diluted saltwater, and wash them to remove dirt.

Step 2: Allow the peach blossoms to dry in a shady area for 5-7 days to preserve their natural flavor.

Step 3: Grind the dried peach blossoms or leave them whole, then store them in a dry, clean glass jar for future use.

Brewing peach blossom tea:

Ingredients to prepare:

• 1-2g of dried peach blossoms
• 10ml of honey (according to sweetness preference)
• Tools: Tea kettle, teapot

Brewing method:

Step 1: Boil 20ml of cold water until it reaches boiling point.

Step 2: Add the dried peach blossoms into the teapot and pour the boiling water. Wait for 10-15 minutes to make the tea.

Step 3: Remove the teabag.

Step 4: When ready to drink, add honey to the teapot (optional) and enjoy.

3. Apricot Blossoms

Yellow or white apricot blossoms can be used to make daily facial cleansers that nourish the skin, reduce melasma, and fade dark spots on the face.

Apricot blossoms contain various beneficial substances such as oleic acid, flavonoids, DPPH, Ferric – Thiocyanate and Rancimat, high antioxidant compounds, phenolic compounds, and essential oils.

Apricot blossoms

Using apricot blossoms as a direct facial cleanser:

• You can directly use fresh apricot blossoms by washing them thoroughly and boiling them in water for 10-15 minutes. Let the water cool and use it to wash your face every morning.

Above are ways to make the most of Tet flowers to nourish your skin. These methods are safe and do not contain harmful substances for your skin. They help keep your skin clean and smooth. We hope you will succeed in utilizing these methods and achieve the beautiful skin you desire.

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