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Floral Waters
Restore natural balance to your
skin
True floral waters, also known as hydrosols,
are natural products and not merely the addition of essential oils to water.
They are the fragrant waters collected during the process of distilling
essential oils. The release of the essential oils contained within the
plant is facilitated by subjecting the plant materials to boiling water or
steam. The vapors containing essential oils are separated as the steam
cools in the condensing tank. The essential oils are then skimmed off
leaving the water, now referred to as the hydrosol or floral water. Floral
waters contain water soluble compounds not found in the
essential oil as well as some residual oil. They are soothing, moisturizing and
anti-inflammatory.
Floral waters can be used as skin toners. They may be used full strength. Mist your face and body generously or add to masks and
lotions. They can also be used in your bath or as inhalations. Because they are
very mild, floral waters are recommended for those whom essential oils may
be too strong such as children, seniors or anyone with
highly sensitive skin.
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