What is "Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Water" and what is its purpose?

Also known as true lavender or common lavender, the Lavandula Angustifolia is a bushy shrub with silvery-grey leaves and a taproot, belonging to the Lamiaceae family. It is particularly appreciated for its scent. This perfumery ingredient is packed with benefits for the skin. It possesses healing, purifying, anti-inflammatory and soothing properties. It stimulates the tissues and tightens the pores. It is both an ally of the skin and the scalp. Lavender is thus used in the composition of soaps, shampoos and various beauty treatments.

The functions of Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Water are as follows:

• It tightens the pores.

• It regulates sebum.

• It stimulates skin regeneration: thanks to its soothing properties, it relieves burns, itching, and superficial cuts. Moreover, it soothes skin prone to psoriasis or eczema, making it an ally for sensitive skin. It also provides relief from insect bites.

• It soothes sensitised skin: besides alleviating skin itchiness, it also aids in healing that of the scalp. In addition to regulating sebum, it combats the emergence of lice and dandruff.

The Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Water releases a fragrance that helps to alleviate muscle tension and combat stress.

The floral water of officinal lavender can be used in cases of mild acne, uneven complexion, or blemishes. It also helps to eliminate bacteria present in the skin. Exerting a natural toning action, it penetrates deeply into the pores.

The Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Water is incorporated into skincare products designed for combination and oily skin types. In addition to regulating sebum secretion, it also combats free radicals. It possesses astringent and toning properties.

Our organic fine lavender hydrosol contains the floral water of Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender). In addition to toning and revitalising the skin, this treatment reduces skin imperfections.

Morning and evening, it is appropriate to apply it on clean skin, particularly over the entire face, using your fingers or with a cotton pad. You can then apply your usual cream or serum.

This treatment is suitable for the following skin types:

• Dull and tired;

• Prone to acne;

• Sensitive;

• Mixed;

• Grasses.

It can also be used to combat acne scars. Thanks to its calming and cleansing virtues, lavender is used to cleanse the skin's pores and get rid of acne.

CAVANAGH H. & al. Antibacterial activity of essential oils, hydrosols and plant extracts from Australian grown Lavandula spp. International Journal Of Aromatherapy (2006).

KUNICKA-STYCZYNSKA A.& al. Hydrolates from lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) – their chemical composition as well as aromatic, antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. Natural Product Research (2015).