Lavender flower water (lavandin hydrosol) is one of the best-loved natural skincare products thanks to its soothing and regenerating effect. It has a balanced pH, contains no alcohol and suits almost every skin type, including sensitive skin and skin prone to blemishes. It soothes irritated skin, refreshes it and hydrates it.
What lavandin hydrosol is and how it differs from lavender
Hydrosols, also known as flower waters, are produced during steam distillation of the plant, together with the essential oil. They contain the plant’s trace elements and small amounts of essential oil, which is why they are mild and suitable for applying directly to the skin. They also have a gentle aromatherapy value: a pleasant scent while they care for your skin.
Lavandin (Lavandula hybrida) is a cross between true lavender and spike lavender. Lavandin hydrosol is used in exactly the same way as lavender hydrosol and differs only in scent: it is naturally stronger and sharper. It can be intense at first, but it evaporates quickly and becomes milder.
What lavender flower water is used for
- Face toner: morning and evening, after cleansing and before your cream or serum.
- Hydrating mist: to refresh face and body in hot weather.
- After sun: soothes and cools the skin.
- After hair removal and shaving: for skin that feels calm.
- After insect bites: soothes the irritated spot.
- Oily skin: helps balance oily skin and reduce the appearance of pores.
- Sensitive skin and children: alcohol-free and gentle enough for children’s skin.
Related from our range: for mature skin there is Immortelle Hydrosol, and for oily and combination skin Sage Hydrosol; lavandin is the choice for sensitive and dry skin.
Ingredients (INCI)
INCI: Lavandula Hybrida Flower Water, Sodium Benzoate.
Contains only lavandin flower water and the preservative sodium benzoate. Alcohol-free.
Storage
Keep tightly closed in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight.
Frequently asked questions about lavender flower water
What is lavender flower water used for?
As a face toner, as a hydrating mist for a quick refresh, and to care for the skin after sun, hair removal, shaving and insect bites. It suits almost every skin type.
What is the difference between lavender hydrosol and lavandin hydrosol?
Lavandin is a cross between true lavender and spike lavender. Lavandin hydrosol is used in the same way as lavender hydrosol, but its scent is stronger and sharper. It can be intense at first, but it evaporates quickly.
Is it suitable for sensitive skin and children?
Yes. It contains no alcohol, has a balanced pH and is gentle enough for children’s skin.
Can it be used on hair and scalp?
Yes. Spray it onto your scalp or hair for a refresh and a pleasant scent.
Where to buy lavender flower water and how much does it cost?
In our online shop, in a 200 ml bottle. The price is shown next to the buy button, and delivery terms and costs are on the Delivery page.
How should I store the hydrosol?
Tightly closed, in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight.
Why does the scent seem sharp at first?
That is a natural trait of lavandin. The scent is more intense than true lavender, but it evaporates quickly and becomes milder.
More than 50 customers have rated lavender flower water 4.9; the reviews are further down the page.
How to use
Skin Care:
Facial Toner: Helps hydrate and refresh the skin, balances pH, and soothes irritations.
Hydrating Spray: Excellent for use before applying sunscreen, maintains skin moisture, and protects from high-temperature damage.
After-Sun Care: Soothes skin after sun exposure, burns, and insect bites.
Post-Depilation and Shaving: Prevents inflammation and soothes irritated skin.
Child Care:
Baths and Tonics: Gentle and calming, ideal for baths and post-bath care, especially for sensitive children's skin.
Diaper Area Care: Helps prevent diaper rash and irritation.
Home:
Air Humidifier: Add to the humidifier to refresh the space and calm the atmosphere. If you have a water vacuum cleaner or steam cleaner, add some flower water and enjoy the scent.
Ironing: Add flower water to the water section for ironing to give your laundry a light lavender scent.