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Hydrosol is fragrant floral water obtained as a by-product during the process of steam distillation of flowers, leaves, stems, or other parts of multiple plants. They are less concentrated than essential oils but carry a subtle aroma of the parent plants.
Top 5 Hydrosols and Their Applications!
Top5 Hydrosols
and Their
Applications!
What is
Hydrosol?
Hydrosol is fragrant floral water
obtained as a by-product during the
process of steam distillation of
flowers, leaves, stems, or other parts
of multiple plants. They are less
concentrated than essential oilsbut
carry a subtle aroma of the parent
plants.
Different floral waters have
distinct aromas and applications.
Followings are the popular
hydrosolsprovided by the hydrosol
manufacturers spread across the
world.
Witch Hazel Water- It is a hydrosol distilled from dried leaves, twigs, and bark of witch hazel plant which is
native to the United States. Its astringent properties tighten the wrinkled or sagging skin. It is also used as
an ingredient in medications meant for insect bites, itching, teething, stings, hemorrhoids, and irritations.
Rose Water - Rose water is derived from the petals of roses. It is used as a fragrant and soothing ingredient
in face masks and other beauty products and is applied as a deodorant.
Jasmine Hydrosol - Its botanical name is Jasminum Officinale and it is made from aromatic jasmine flowers.
Jasmine hydrosol emits a sweet lasting characteristic smell. It finds applications in perfumes, lotions,
creams, toiletries and can be applied directly to the skin.
Lime Floral Water - Lime floral water is obtained from the fresh aromatic rinds of fruits of the citrus
aurantifolia plant during the hydro distillation process. Its citrusy pungent scent is rejuvenating and
refreshing. It works as a toner and controls sebum production in the skin. It is used as a flavouring
ingredient in beverage items as well as skincare products.
Orange Blossom Hydrosol - Orange blossom hydrosol is derived from the peels of orange during steam
distillation. It has a sweet mild orange-like fragrance that is used in lotions and toiletries. It also works as a
flavouring agent in beverages.
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