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Orange Blossom Hydrosol

Commonly known as:   Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Water (I.N.C.I.), Orange Blossom Water, Neroli, Bitter Orange, Bigaradier, Seville Orange, Sour Orange.

Botanical name:   Citrus aurantium.

Extraction process:   Distillation by steam stripping.

Family:   Rutaceae.

Extracted part of the plant:   Dried flowers.

Cultivation area, origin:   Originating from Southeast Asia (India, Southern China, Malaysia), it is now cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions.

Blooming:   Start of spring, or sometimes a second bloom in October (start of autumn).

Origin, provenance:   Morocco.

Phytochemical composition:   Linalool, alpha-terpineol, methyl anthranilate, flavonoids (hesperidin, naringin), limonene, coumarins, triterpenes, vitamin C, carotene, pectin.

Sensory properties:   Appearance: Liquid; Colour: Colourless to whitish; Scent: Floral, sweet.

Physical properties:   Density = 0.990 - 1.010; pH: 4.5 - 6.5; Insoluble in oil.

Concerns:   Regenerative, anti-inflammatory, brightening, refreshing, soothing, fragrant.

Effect:   All skin types, particularly those lacking radiance and vitality, normal to dry skin, and mature skin; all hair types, especially irritated scalps.

Details

Usage

Facial Care (face creams, makeup removers, toning lotions, cleansing foams, scrubs, gels, mists); Body Care (hand and foot creams, milks, gels); Hair Care (shampoos, detangling mists); Hygiene (deodorants, shower gels, solid soaps).

Discontinued

Hydrating and plumping face mask
with tremella extract and organic aloe vera — £29.90

Discontinued

Moisturising gel
with organic aloe vera & orange blossom — £25.90

Radiance

P23 — Organic Orange Blossom Hydrolate — £13.50

Method of Preservation

6 months of preservation after opening. This product is sensitive and should be stored in the refrigerator. If you notice a change in appearance or smell, cease using your hydrosol.

Contraindications, usage precautions

The orange blossom hydrosol does not have any contraindications. It can be used by pregnant and/or breastfeeding women as well as children. Avoid contact with the eyes.

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The orange blossom grows on the Bitter Orange tree (or Bigaradier). This shrub, native to India, appeared around the Mediterranean (particularly in Andalusia) following the Crusades. The orange blossom is also known as "neroli", in reference to the Princess of Neroli (an Italian town) who popularised its use in the 16th century. Its hydrosol has a strong antioxidant activity. It fights free radicals and helps to restore radiance to the complexion and brighten the skin.
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