A featherlight, nutrient-rich face cream designed to quench thirsty skin without a heavy, greasy after-feel. Infused with pure Damask Rose, pore-refining Niacinamide, and skin-cushioning Squalane.
✓ Ideal Skin Types: Dry, combination, and sensitiveMany conventional face creams rely on heavy waxes and mineral oils that sit on top of your skin like plastic wrap. While this stops dry air from touching your face, it can trap dead skin cells, clog your pores, and leave your T-zone feeling like an oil slick by midday.
Heritage Store Rosewater Moisturizer uses a smarter, dual-action approach. Think of your skin barrier as a brick wall: your skin cells are the bricks, and natural oils and ceramides are the mortar holding them together. When dry air, indoor heat, or harsh cleansers strip that mortar away, water evaporates rapidly. This is known scientifically as transepidermal water loss (water evaporating through the skin).
This lightweight gel-cream works like a sponge and a light blanket combined. First, humectants pull moisture deep into the "bricks." Next, weightless plant oils seal the "mortar" so moisture cannot escape into the air.
Every active ingredient in this formula has a documented purpose in dermatological science:
Distilled from fresh rose petals, rosewater is naturally packed with flavonoids, polyphenols, and mild astringent compounds. It comforts redness, provides immediate relief to parched skin, and shields tissue against oxidative stress caused by urban pollution.
Clinical Citation: Mahboubi, M. (2016). Rosa damascena as holy ancient herb with novel applications. Journal of Traditional and Complementary Medicine, 6(1), 10–16. PMCID: PMC4737971. (Documents significant free-radical scavenging, soothing, and tissue-protective actions).Niacinamide is one of skincare's most celebrated multitasking vitamins. It tells your skin to produce more natural ceramides (the mortar between skin cells), visibly tightens enlarged pores, balances excess daytime oil, and smooths uneven surface texture.
Clinical Citation: Wohlrab, J., & Kreft, D. (2014). Niacinamide - Mechanisms of Action and Its Topical Use in Dermatology. Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 27(6), 311–315. PMID: 24993939. (Demonstrates ceramide stimulation, reduction in water loss, and sebum balancing).Squalane mimics your skin's own natural sebum. Because your skin immediately recognizes its molecular structure, it sinks in without feeling greasy or clogging pores, softening dry patches and restoring suppleness.
Clinical Citation: Sethi, A., Kaur, T., Malhotra, S. K., & Gambhir, M. L. (2016). Moisturizers: The Slippery Road. Indian Journal of Dermatology, 61(3), 279–287. PMCID: PMC4885180. (Confirms non-comedogenic emollient properties and skin barrier restoration).Sodium Hyaluronate can hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water. Paired with Sodium PCA (a natural component of human skin), it pulls moisture into dry epidermal layers, visibly plumping fine lines and leaving skin supple.
Clinical Citation: Pavicic, T., et al. (2011). Efficacy of cream-based novel formulations of hyaluronic acid of different molecular weights in anti-wrinkle treatment. Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 10(9), 990–1000. PMID: 22052267.Finding the right balance between hydration and lightness can be tricky. Here is how this gel-cream performs across different skin profiles:
The Holy Grail match. It provides enough deep hydration for dry cheeks, while the gel base and niacinamide ensure the forehead, nose, and chin stay shine-free.
Quenches surface tightness and flaky patches immediately. For very dry winter weather, layer it over your favorite facial oil or serum for all-day comfort.
Hypoallergenic and dermatologist-tested. It cools redness without artificial dyes, synthetic fragrances, or harsh alcohol fillers that sting fragile skin.
Oily skin often overproduces oil when it is dehydrated underneath. The water-light formula delivers hydration without leaving an occlusive, pore-clogging film.
Heritage Store has crafted plant-based beauty remedies since 1969. While other moisturizers use standard tap or deionized water as a filler, this formula uses two distinctive elements:
In accordance with full cosmetic transparency, here is the complete ingredient list exactly as printed on the product packaging:
Water*, Rosa Damascena Flower Water†, Squalane, Lactobacillus Ferment, Propanediol, Niacinamide, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, Ethyl Macadamiate, Isoamyl Laurate, Cetearyl Olivate, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Hordeum Vulgare (Barley) Seed Flour, Sorbitan Olivate, Phenoxyethanol, Sclerotium Gum, Rosa Gallica Flower Extract, Lactobacillus/Olive Leaf Ferment Extract, Sodium PCA, Natural Rosa Damascena Flower Extract Fragrance, Isoamyl Cocoate, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Rosa Damascena Callus Culture Extract, Rosa Rugosa Callus Culture Extract. *Vor-Mag™ water has been vortexed and magnetized to raise the energy to a higher vibration.Cleanse with a gentle face wash → Mist skin with Rosewater Facial Toner → Smooth 1-2 pumps of Rosewater Moisturizer over face, neck, and chest → Follow with broad-spectrum SPF sunscreen.
Remove makeup and cleanse → Apply targeted serums (such as Vitamin C, Retinol, or Peptides) → Massage 2 pumps of Rosewater Moisturizer into skin to lock in active treatments overnight.
Pro Makeup Tip: Blend one drop of your favorite liquid foundation or liquid highlighter with a dime-sized amount of this gel-cream for a sheer, dewy, no-makeup glow. Safety & Patch-Test Recommendation: While formulated for sensitive skin and dermatologist tested, everyone's skin chemistry is unique. Before first full-face use, apply a pea-sized amount to your inner forearm or behind your ear. Allow 24 hours to monitor for redness or irritation. For topical cosmetic use only; avoid direct contact with eyes.This moisturizer is specifically formulated for dry, combination, and sensitive skin types. Its lightweight water-gel formula hydrates parched patches while niacinamide helps balance daytime oil in the T-zone without clogging pores.
Yes. Because it uses a rapid-absorbing gel-cream base, it dries down to a velvety finish without leaving a slippery, oily residue. It doubles as a smooth, hydrating makeup primer that prevents foundation from caking.
No. It contains zero artificial perfumes or synthetic fragrance chemicals. Its subtle, romantic rose scent comes entirely from natural Rosa Damascena flower water and pure botanical flower extracts.
The Rosewater Mist is a liquid hydrosol spray that delivers immediate surface hydration and refreshes skin throughout the day. The Rosewater Moisturizer is a complete daily cream featuring olive squalane, mango seed butter, and niacinamide to seal in water and support the moisture barrier. For best results, mist first, then apply the moisturizer.
Yes. Heritage Store Rosewater Moisturizer is 100% vegan, contains no animal byproducts, and is never tested on animals.
Customer Assurance & Health Disclaimer: Statements regarding this topical cosmetic product have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any skin disease. Always check the physical packaging for the most current ingredient information. VitaNet LLC provides authentic, factory-sealed products backed by our comprehensive money-back guarantee.
