Hydrosols are beauty products that nature has presented to us. We appreciate their power especially these days when we start noticing the benefits of natural skin care. They are produced through steam distillation of a plant or herb. In other words, it is a side product of essential oil extraction but it surely shouldn’t be put aside. Floral and herbal waters have now become one of the most crucial elements of skin care.
How do face hydrosols work?
Neutral pH is their biggest benefit and a feature that makes them make a perfect match with the skin, restoring the balance. Instead of causing irritations, they bring relief.
Natural face hydrosols:
- soothe skin and bring relief
- prevent and treat inflammation
- tonify and restore natural pH of skin
- act as antioxidants
- protect from smog, pollution, toxins
- purify and have antibacterial effect
- freshen up and increase levels of moisture
Hydrosols & their skin benefits
Which hydrosols are the most wanted? Discover the ones that achieve biggest skin-care success.
- Rose water – moisturizes skin, smooths it out, adds elasticity, strengthens blood vessels, reduces redness and inflammation.
- Rockrose water – one of the best detoxifying agents, has cleansing effect, freshens up skin, makes enlarged pores less visible, lessens post-acne spots, balances secretion of sebum.
- Witch hazel hydrosol is a master of young skin care: fights acne, blackheads, redness, kills bacteria, brilliantly repairs and has antiseptic effect.
- Lavender hydrosol – strong antiseptic agent which soothes irritations, reduces swelling e.g. under the eyes, nourishes skin and gives it a healthy radiance, plus it’s an intensive antioxidant.
- Green tea hydrosol – contains tannin that has antibacterial effect and polyphenols that counteract activity of free radicals; also known for its ability to soothe skin and sunburns, and reduce visibility of spider veins.
- Raspberry hydrosol – a true elixir of youth! It has antiaging effect, smoothes out skin, irons out wrinkles, moisturizers and works like a toner. Additionally, it enhances skin repair, reduces inflammation and acts as protective shield. It makes a perfect match with raspberry oil.
- Rosemary hydrosol – combines antioxidant, anti-wrinkle and antibacterial properties. It is known for anti-inflammatory effect, amazing ability to reduce blemishes and balance sebum production. In other words, it is made for oily skin.
Which hydrosol to choose?
Above-mentioned hydrosols make up a small part of all herbal and plant waters you can use for face care. Which hydrosol is the best then? Ideally, you should suit it to your skin type. Learn the tips that will help you pick ideal face hydrosol for you.
The best hydrosol for dry skin
Reach for rose water, aloe vera hydrosol, jasmine hydrosol, neroli hydrosol.
The best hydrosol for sensitive skin
Choose rose water, raspberry hydrosol, aloe or camomile hydrosol.
The best hydrosol for oily/acne-prone skin
Try witch hazel hydrosol, rockrose hydrosol or rosemary hydrosol.
The best hydrosol for couperose skin
Ideal choice: rose water, green tea hydrosol.
The best hydrosol for aging skin
Irreplaceable waters: Damask rose water, orange hydrosol.
How to use face hydrosols?
Using it like a face toner is the easiest way. You can apply it in two ways:
- Apply some hydrosol on a cotton pad and wipe it across the face (optionally pat it on).
- Spray it all over the face and neck.
You can carry on with other skin care products (serum, moisturizer) as usual.
