Swollen eyes, redness, dull complexion… we are all affected by these inconveniences at one time or another. To reduce them, have you already tried floral waters? These precious beauty allies have many benefits to offer our skin. Centifolia reveals their powers to you!
Why use floral water, a hydrosol?
Floral waters (also known as hydrosols) are obtained by steam distillation, at the same time as essential oils. Floral waters are mainly used in cosmetics, as a natural facial treatment, for their numerous properties, their ease of use and their gentle and skin-friendly composition. Floral waters or hydrosols are an integral part of a complete facial beauty routine and can, for some, be used to help treat skin problems. They can also be used during the day to tone the skin or even revive the radiance of the complexion.
What is floral water or hydrosol? In this article, we reveal how organic floral waters are made.
Which floral water or hydrosol to choose?
Cleansing, purifying, anti-redness, toning, anti-aging properties…. So many virtues offered by nature, which vary depending on the plants and flowers used in the floral water. Be sure to choose floral water suited to your skin type (how do I recognize my skin type?) and your needs. Before purchasing, read the label carefully: the terms “floral water” or “hydrosol” must appear on the product and favor certified organic formulas. Hydrosols are generally contained in tinted bottles which protect them from light and preserve their properties as much as possible. We find the floral water of cornflower, mint, chamomile, rose among others, each with their benefits and their use to choose according to your needs: a soothing, purifying, toning effect…
Here are some essential floral waters or hydrosols to have beautiful skin, naturally;
- Cornflower floral water for tired eyes and eyelids is known for its softening and decongestant properties for the eyes
- Orange blossom floral water and its refreshing quality to perfume the face and soften the skin. Orange blossom floral water is known for its soothing effect.
- Geranium floral water is known to be purifying for combination to oily skin. Geranium floral water is also known for its astringent properties.
- Soothing Witch Hazel floral water for sensitive or delicate skin, prone to redness. Witch hazel floral water also regulates combination to oily skin.
- Helichrysum floral water is recognized for its illuminating properties for dull and tired skin, but helichrysum floral water is also recognized for its toning effect.
- Lavender floral water is known for skin with imperfections or as an after-shave treatment. Lavender floral water is appreciated for its purifying effect and its astringent properties.
- Damascus Rose floral water is recognized as the anti-aging treatment for mature skin. Damascus rose floral water is a true natural beauty product.
How to use floral water or hydrosol?
In cosmetics, floral waters can be used morning and evening on the face in your cosmetic routine:
– after cleansing your skin,
– before applying your moisturizer.
The floral waters contained in spray bottles are simply sprayed on the face. You can also use it any time of the day to refresh your skin. On the eyes, floral water (for example Cornflower) is used as a compress to reduce signs of fatigue. Pour the floral water onto a cotton pad and leave for a few minutes to enhance your look.
Floral water or hydrosol has other uses, notably to replace tap water which may contain traces of limescale or chlorine: cleaning your skin, rinsing your hair or even making your cosmetic products. Floral waters are multi-use treatments.
Floral water or hydrosol: for whom?
Less concentrated and gentler than essential oils, floral waters have the advantage of being able to be used by the whole family (from 3 years old). Like all natural products, floral water may contain allergens. To check if your skin is reactive to hydrosols you can apply one or two drops of floral water to the skin of your elbow and check if redness appears within 24 hours.
Centifolia floral waters
Centifolia organic floral waters or hydrosols https://centifoliabio.fr/fr/37-eaux-florales are obtained by distillation by steam distillation, a guarantee of quality, a technique very respectful of the plant allows their remarkable properties to be preserved. They are contained in a 100% recycled amber spray bottle, which protects the floral water from light for better conservation and facilitates its application.
