Make Rose Petal Perfume
This is a child-safe version of rose petal perfume; there is no need for heating or anything complex.
Steps
- Gather 30 to 35 Make a Rose Petal Bracelet. Be sure to choose a fragrant rose.
- Put them in a cup.
- Pour water in the cup. Strain it out but leave the rose petals behind.
- Place the moist rose petals in a bowl. Mash them a lot; having a mortar and pestle will make this easy.
- Return the mashed rose petals in the water and strain out any moisture. Keep repeating this step until the water turns a brownish-pinkish-orangish color.
- If you are using dark colored rose petals, such as deep red, then do it until it is brownish-red.
- Take the rose petals out and enjoy your rose petal perfume!
- Finished.
- If you want, add 1/2 of a tablespoon vanilla to take your perfume to the next level
Tips
- Leave it in the sun for a bit to make it smell stronger.
- When mashing the rose petals, use a smooth, round stick or the round side of a strong spoon.
- When mashing the rose petals, you can use a blender.
Warnings
- Keep away from eyes, nose, mouth and particularly sensitive skin.
Things You'll Need
- Rose petals
- Water
- Something to mash the rose petals with
- Cotton balls for applying (optional)
