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June 24, 2020 3 min read
Hydrosols are one of the first things to add to your routine if you haven’t already. This is simply because they are easy to use and require little preparation.
A hydrosol is a water that is obtained when an essential oil is extracted. Simply put, it is the water used to distill this essential oil. It contains few aromatic molecules and is very gentle on the skin. If you are having trouble distinguishing various plant extracts, read our article entitled Understanding the Difference Between Plant Extracts, which explains the difference between essential oils and hydrosols, among other details.
Contrary to common belief, hydrosols are not a mixture obtained by adding drops of essential oil to water. They are not flowers infused in water either. They are an actual product.
When the distilled element is a flower, it is also possible to use the term floral water. For example, rose flower water and rose hydrosol mean exactly the same thing.
The reputation of hydrosols is well established in dermatology. Each hydrosol has its own virtues based on the essential oil it comes from and, because it does not require the same precautions as an essential oil, it is gentler and easier to use. It is suitable for all skin types, even sensitive skin, and fragile baby skin.
In cosmetics, hydrosols are used on the face, body, and hair.
Each hydrosol has specific benefits. Here is a list of well-known hydrosols to use based on your needs:
Dry skin, sensitive skin, mature skin |
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Tired eyes, dark circles, puffy eyelids |
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Skin traumas: (acne, superficial burns, irritations, and eczema), anti-inflammatory, scaring properties |
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Oily skin, skin with imperfections, acne, greasy hair |
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Tea Tree Hydrosol |
Problematic skin, acne, feet fungus |
Chamomile Hydrosol |
Sensitive skin, baby skin, hair loss, blond hair |
All skin types |
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All skin types |
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Basil Hydrosol |
Dull, lacklustre skin, hair loss |
Hydrosols are sensitive to light, heat, and pollution. It is strongly recommended to keep them in the refrigerator. Choose hydrosols packaged in tinted or aluminum bottles. It is also better to choose them as a spray to reduce the risk of pollution caused by opening and closing the lid, which exposes the product directly to the air or to germ-carrying objects.
Caution is required when purchasing hydrosols because it is common to find floral waters diluted with water or alcohol. Read the ingredient list carefully and prioritize organic hydrosols or ones that come from wild plants.
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Understanding the Difference Between Essential Oils, Natural Oils, Macerated Oils and Hydrosols
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