Our Guide to Hydrosols, Botanical and Aromatic Waters
A hydrosol is the aqueous solution of the steam or hydro distillation of a plant, often while making essential oils. Made from pure spring water and organic plant materials harvested the very day they are distilled ~ these water contains the integrity of minerals and nutrients from the fresh plant in every single drop. These are exquisitely supportive and gentle healing waters.
| Hydrosol | Principle Skin Care Uses |
|---|---|
| Bay Leaf | Mouthwash/gargle for throat infections, gingivitis. |
| Calendula | Astringent, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, lymphatic stimulant. |
| Chamomile - German | Most anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, antiseptic, skin irritations, eczema, psoriasis, couperose, babies & kids. |
| Chamomile - Roman | Anti-inflammatory, relaxant, good for babies & kids, eye and skin care. |
| Cornflower | Soothes tired eyes, itchy or inflamed eyes. |
| Frankincense | Relaxing, nervine, anti-inflammatory, anti-aging, chemo-preventive, respiratory. |
| Floral Tonique | Our combination hydrosol: rose geranium, lavender and lemon verbena. Anti-inflammatory, calming and hydrating. Meant for all skin types. |
| Immortelle (Helichrysum) | Extremely healing, delicate skin, helps scar tissue, couperose, inflamed, irritated, and rosacea; dental care. Drying, best not to use long-term on dry skin. |
| Holy Basil | Rejuvenating, calming and restorative. A great toner for oily and acneic skin conditions. |
| Lavender | Antiseptic, skin healing, softening. |
| Lemon Verbena | Calming to mind, body and spirit. |
| Lemon Balm (Melissa) | Insomnia, anxiety, tension, relaxes mind and body. |
| Linden | Soothing & draining effect for skin, hypersensitive skin. |
| Myrtle | Good for eye wash and for all over skin care. Soothes irritations, relieves fatigue, refreshing, reviving. |
| Neroli (Orange Blossom) | Relaxing, soothing for dry skin, deative, toning, relaxes caffeine jitters (taken internally). Sensitive, delicate and soothing. Purifies and tones oily skin, best not to use long-term on dry skin. |
| Peppermint | Refreshing lotion, headache, sunburn. |
| Rose | Tones and regenerates mature skin, beverage, balances. |
| Rose Geranium | Balancing, attracts moisture, anti-inflammatory and cooling. |
| Rosemary | Purifies and tones oily skin, scalp massage, acne. |
| Sage | Anti-oxidant, circulation (avoid if hypertensive). |
| Sandalwood | Acne, rosacea, eczema, preserves skin, promotes healing. |
| Sweetgrass | Smudge where smoke is not allowed, relaxing. |
| Tea Tree | Antimicrobial, acneic skin, mouth wash & dental care, foot spray. |
| Witch Hazel | Astringent, good aftershave lotion. |
| Yarrow | Anti-inflammatory, astringent, heals skin, excellent for eczema. |
For educational purposes only. We recommend further research whenever trying something new. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure, or prevent any disease.
When shopping for Hydrosols and Floral Waters, finding a high-quality source is crucial for ensuring you are getting all of the benefits from the product. At Kolya Naturals, we have sourced the following high-quality Hydrosols:
- Holy Basil
- Lavender
- Floral Tonique (our combination hydrosol)
- Helichrysum
- Neroli
- Lemon Balm
- Roman Chamomile
- Rose
- Rose Geranium
- Rosemary
- Sandalwood (considered a botanical water)
- Sweetgrass
- Witch hazel
