If using honey or flaxseed gel, fold them in now. Essential oil goes in last for fragrance.
Cool & set
Transfer to a sanitized 50 g cosmetic jar and refrigerate for 2 hours. The starch will thicken, yielding a light, pudding-like gel.
Patch test on the inner arm for 24 hours if you have reactive skin or a history of rose allergy.
Cleanse face with a gentle, pH-balanced wash.
Apply a chickpea-sized amount onto damp skin, massaging upward until absorbed.
Layer sunscreen in the morning; at night, leave the gel on as an overnight sleeping mask.
Frequency: Twice daily for normal to dry skin; once nightly for oily or acne-prone skin.
Storage: Keep refrigerated and use within 10 days, or freeze portions in an ice-cube tray for longer shelf life (thaw one cube per use).