Carnation’s botanical name, Dianthus caryophyllus, translates to “flower of the gods,” and when you smell this sweet flower, you’ll understand why, for its sweet and gentle scent can transport you to a realm of happiness and love.. it also does wonders for the skin. It gently cleanses, washing away dirt and impurities, while softening, moisturizing, and healing the skin from redness and irritation.. If you have sensitive, dry, or combination skin, I would highly recommend giving this lovely flower a chance to work its magic on your skin, and in your life..
Carnation skincare benefits:
- Gently cleanses the skin of dirt and impurities: Carnations are abundant in saponins, a chemical in plants (a glycoside) which is used to make soap. You can extract these saponins from carnations by gently simmering their leaves in water, and using the water to cleanse your skin.
- Soothes and nourishes, calms red or inflamed skin thanks to the anti-inflammatory properties
- Skin Type: Dry, Sensitive, Combination
How to use Carnations in your skincare routine:
- Create your very own carnation oil by adding dried flower buds with your favorite carrier oil (I recommend avocado, sunflower, or grapeseed. Let this oil sit for 3-6 weeks before adding to a cleansing oil, moisturizer, or simply by itself on your skin to bring more bliss into your life.)
- Steep some flower petals in hot water for an hour or two (place in the sun or moonlight for added magic..) strain, and then cleanse your skin with this lovely elixir
I love combining roses, vanilla, frankincense, or geranium along with carnations.. they add even more sweetness and love, boosting the carnations own magic!
You are pure love and your radiance enchants the world.. you are a flower of the gods, you are everything beautiful. Smile and revel in as much happiness as you can today. What makes you smile? Today, make your smile your main focus and let your happiness lead the way to bliss, into your wonderland.
What makes you smile?
We’re here to have fun, not to be serious and overthink. Free yourself, loosen up, and have a little fun!
Thank you for reading, my lovelies! I hope you have an absolutely blissful day today. I’ll be posting more carnation recipes on the blog soon, so stay tuned for that. In the meantime, let me know your favorite way to work with this sweet and powerful playful flower! Sending you lots of magic & lots of love..
Enchanted 