Hydrosols are aromatic water remaining made from the distillation of fresh flowers, leaves, fruits, and other plant materials. They're a byproduct of the essential oil manufacturing process. Steam distillation results in two complementary products - the essential oil and the hydrosol. The difference is that hydrosols are mostly aromatic water. This means they're much less concentrated than essential oils. They also have a softer, more subtle scent. Hydrosols are often used in skin care or aromatherapy products. While they've also been used for medicinal purposes, more research is needed to prove their effectiveness.
Uses of Hydrosol
Hydrosol are versatile for everyday use and are adaptable to any natural recipe.
1. On a particularly hot day, Hydrosol such as Peppermint or Spearmint can be sprayed directly on the skin as a refreshing mist.
2. Make-up remover -You may spray neroli floral water on a cotton pad to remove make-up.
3. Hydrosol can also be applied to the dry hair to increase the luster and aroma of hair.
4. For drinks:Three times a day, once a spoon at a time, of course, you can also add rock sugar and hawthorn tablets to mix water.
Benefits of Hydrosol
Hydrosol are versatile due to their unique aromatic profile and antioxidant, anti-inflammatory properties. Hydrosol water is the alternative of its essential oil, but their concentration is lower than essential oils,so you can apply them directly without dilution. Hydrosol are rich in antioxidants and anticorrosive characteristics, which can be used for drying, prone to acne, and sensitive and mature skin types.
