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Lavender Hydrosol
Commonly known as:
Lavender floral water, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Water (I.N.C.I.), Wild Lavender, Fine Lavender, True Lavender, Official Lavender.
Botanical name:
Lavandula angustifolia.
Extraction process:
Distillation by steam stripping.
Family:
Lamiaceae.
Part of the plant extracted:
Flowering tops.
Location:
Mediterranean region (France, Spain) and Bulgaria.
Flowering:
From June to the end of September.
Provenance, origin:
France.
Phytochemical composition:
Linalool, linalyl acetate, terpinen-4-ol, lavandulol, flavonoids, tannins, coumarins.
Sensorial properties:
Appearance: Clear liquid; Colour: Colourless; Scent: Sweet, fresh, with herbaceous notes.
Physical characteristics:
pH = 4 - 5.5; Density = 1.
Benefits:
Astringent, purifying, anti-inflammatory, softening, revitalising, refreshing, soothing.
Concerns:
All types of skin and hair, particularly combination to oily skin, damaged, irritated, sensitive and acne-prone skin, as well as oily and irritated scalps.
Details
Usage
Facial Care (creams, serums, tonics, makeup removers, masks, mists, eye contour treatments); Body Care (shower gels, deodorants, hand and foot creams, after-sun treatments); Hair Care (shampoos, conditioners, treatment masks).
Method of Preservation
For optimal preservation, it is advisable to store hydrosols away from light, oxygen, humidity, and temperature fluctuations. If you notice a change in appearance or smell, cease using your hydrosol.
Contraindications, usage precautions
There are no contraindications to the use of lavender hydrosol, unlike its essential oil. Indeed, the hydrosol can be used by pregnant and/or breastfeeding women as well as young children.
Find out more
Lavender hydrosol is multifunctional. As a hair treatment, it purifies scalps prone to oiliness. When applied topically, it helps soothe burns and sunburns. It also aids in reducing inflammation associated with acne breakouts. Lastly, this floral water alleviates states of stress and nervous tension.