Rose salve is an emollient that bridges two categories. It is considered to be both a beauty product and a healing ointment. Rose salve can be used to treat very dry skin, especially on the elbows and knees. Skin that is chapped or even cracked can be soothed and moisturized back to health with rose salve. The ointment can also be used as a beauty product to soften and moisturize skin on the face and the cuticle area on the hands.
The major difference between rose salve and other kinds of salve is the key ingredient, rose oil. The rose oil, combined with other emollients in the product such as lanolin oil or jojoba oil, help to soothe and moisturize the skin. It is also gentle enough to use on irritated, chapped, and cracked skin. Furthermore, the rose oil adds a nice scent to the product which many people enjoy.
Some people use rose salve primarily as a gloss for their lips. In order to serve these users of the product, a number of companies that sell this kind of salve package it in small tins that fit easily in a purse or handbag. Many people who use the salve apply it daily if not multiple times per day, so having it in a small container is quite helpful. While the salve soaks into the skin over time, it can be unintentionally wiped or worn away during such activities as drinking or eating, so it may need to be reapplied a few times throughout the day.
Other than the use of rose oil, there are not many differences between rose salve and other types of salve. In fact, some people believe that this kind of salve is simply tinted, slightly-scented petroleum and that it is a waste of money. Others argue that nothing heals their cuticles or softens their lips like this product. The best way to decide if rose salve will make a difference for one's skin is to give it a try. Many stores that carry beauty products allow customers to try the product before purchasing it.
Fortunately, this kind of salve is rather inexpensive. A tin of salve can usually be purchased for between two and five US Dollars (USD). This is good news for people who love the product and need to re-stock on a regular basis. It is also good news for anyone who wants to test the product without spending a fortune first, even if the store does not offer testing samples.
