Hydrosols

In phytotherapy, a number of properties are associated with cornflower floral water, particularly for its decongesting and soothing effect on tired, swollen or irritated eyes. Let's explore the other properties of cornflower hydrosol on the skin.

Hydrosol is the aromatic water obtained after steam distillation of plant materials. There are a multitude of hydrosols with varied properties (regenerative, purifying, toning...). Which hydrosol should you use to take care of your skin? Discover our advice for choosing your hydrosol based on your skin type.

Hydrosol is obtained through the steam distillation of plants. It encapsulates all the properties of the plant, but with a lower concentration of active ingredients compared to an essential oil. Incorporate hydrosol into your daily routine and reap the benefits of plants for your skin care.

Less concentrated than essential oils, hydrosols are among the gentle treatments applied to the skin. They are derived from the steam distillation of organic plants or flowers and are valued for their soothing, regenerative, healing, or regulating properties. This treatment is suitable for all skin types.

Obtained by steam distillation of cornflower blossoms, the corresponding hydrosol is renowned for its soothing and decongestant properties on tired eyes. Used for several centuries, cornflower hydrosol is even nicknamed “spectacle-breaking water” because of its effects on swollen, irritated eyes and eyelids. But how does it actually act on dark circles and puffiness? This article explains it all.