Flowers can weather the harsh elements and keep their beautiful shape. But can they do the same for our skin?
 
"Floral extracts are wonderful for the skin because they're natural. They're non-toxic. They're complex; they have a hundred different components to them," says Dermatologist Dr. Jeanette Jacknin.
 
Jacknin wrote the book on the benefits of 'greening' up your skin care.
 
"I definitely think botanicals are overlooked right now," says Jacknin.
 
Floral extracts can help many different skin ailments. Doctor jacknin says roses can go way beyond the vase.
 
"It's also wonderful for dry, aging skin. And very good for acne rosacea because it works on the dilated capillaries and helps to shrink them down," says Jacknin.
 
Geranium extract is great for oily skin and works well on cellulite. Chamomile is a good anti-inflammatory. But doctor jacknin's top pick... lavender.
 
"Lavender is huge for skin care. You can use it on almost any type of skin and it was originally discovered that it's great for burns, very healing," says Jacknin.
 
Terri Zimmerman uses Jojoba and avocado oil but agrees lavender is in a league of its own.
 
"Lavender seems to really have a lot of benefits," says Zimmerman.
 
Terri's seen a big change in her skin since starting the extracts.
 
"It makes it soft and it's not really heavy, it's a very light feeling and so it doesn't bother me when I'm out in the heat using this product," says Zimmerman.
 
Which may mean a 'blooming' business for flower-powered products in the future.
 
Doctors say mixing the oils yourself can be beneficial and it allows you to use your own creativity.