Organic Medieval Rose Healing Herbal Vinegar Toner by MisticalAcScents.etsy.com
Since ancient times up until Victorian, herbs steeped in vinegar have been used to tone skin and hair, as well as freshen garments and households. The cosmetic type of vinegar would be imbued with herbs that were more closely associated with beauty and skin conditions. This would then be diluted with rosewater, then a splash of the final mixture would be added to rinse water after washing the face, hair, or body. Depending on the herbs chosen, it helps cure everything from dandruff to acne, and makes an excellent mild toner, giving a healthy youthful glow to skin and hair. Used in the final washing rinse, it removes static and freshens clothes better than any commercial perfumed conditioner.
After much experimentation using as a guide both modern and period literature, the following concoction seems the best suited to current needs. A jar of up to 20 dried healing herbs such as rose petals, lavender, white willow, valerian, chickweed, elderflower, yarrow, comfrey root, lady's mantle, fennel, and witch hazel are chosen for their healing, anti-wrinkle, toning, scar reduction or other properties. White wine vinegar is then added and it is put in the sun for about two weeks to impart the herbal properties. Once filtered, an equal amount of organic rose hydrosol is added. The resulting mixture is used in dilution; a few splashes in water to restore the pH acid mantle to the skin after cleansing, esp. with harsh soaps, and leaves the skin softer and more youthful, the hair bouncer with less residue, and virtually eliminates dandruff. Use as little as a few tablespoons in the final rinse of the laundry. Naturally, it's far less likely to irritate or cause reactions in even the most sensitive person. Restores pH and acid mantle of skin. Cures eruptions. Safe for babies and children. Environmentally friendly with all natural, biodegradable ingredients!
100 ml goes for $8. Special orders with particular herbs for healing or scent is extra, as is the apple cider vinegar versions, and please allow more time for delivery. $2 off shipping with the purchase of two items. Three or more and shipping is free!
Scent is one of our strongest triggers. For the recreationists, I strongly recommend using authentic period fragrances on your garb and body. There is nothing like a period scent to help you and those around you feel like you've stepped back in time and are really living your persona!
Organic Medieval Rose Healing Herbal Vinegar Toner by MisticalAcScents.etsy.com
Since ancient times up until Victorian, herbs steeped in vinegar have been used to tone skin and hair, as well as freshen garments and households. The cosmetic type of vinegar would be imbued with herbs that were more closely associated with beauty and skin conditions. This would then be diluted with rosewater, then a splash of the final mixture would be added to rinse water after washing the face, hair, or body. Depending on the herbs chosen, it helps cure everything from dandruff to acne, and makes an excellent mild toner, giving a healthy youthful glow to skin and hair. Used in the final washing rinse, it removes static and freshens clothes better than any commercial perfumed conditioner.
After much experimentation using as a guide both modern and period literature, the following concoction seems the best suited to current needs. A jar of up to 20 dried healing herbs such as rose petals, lavender, white willow, valerian, chickweed, elderflower, yarrow, comfrey root, lady's mantle, fennel, and witch hazel are chosen for their healing, anti-wrinkle, toning, scar reduction or other properties. White wine vinegar is then added and it is put in the sun for about two weeks to impart the herbal properties. Once filtered, an equal amount of organic rose hydrosol is added. The resulting mixture is used in dilution; a few splashes in water to restore the pH acid mantle to the skin after cleansing, esp. with harsh soaps, and leaves the skin softer and more youthful, the hair bouncer with less residue, and virtually eliminates dandruff. Use as little as a few tablespoons in the final rinse of the laundry. Naturally, it's far less likely to irritate or cause reactions in even the most sensitive person. Restores pH and acid mantle of skin. Cures eruptions. Safe for babies and children. Environmentally friendly with all natural, biodegradable ingredients!
100 ml goes for $8. Special orders with particular herbs for healing or scent is extra, as is the apple cider vinegar versions, and please allow more time for delivery. $2 off shipping with the purchase of two items. Three or more and shipping is free!
Scent is one of our strongest triggers. For the recreationists, I strongly recommend using authentic period fragrances on your garb and body. There is nothing like a period scent to help you and those around you feel like you've stepped back in time and are really living your persona!