Organic Yarrow Hydrosol

• As an ingredient in your formulations for spraying on the skin of your face and neck after cleansing. Then apply your cream or treatment oil immediately onto damp skin.

• Incorporated in the aqueous phase of your homemade cosmetic formulas, it is ideal for creating:

  • A cleansing liquid soap for teenagers or irritated skin

  • A purifying treatment for problem skin

  • A gentle soothing lotion for delicate skin

  • A healing cleansing water for everyday minor injuries

  • A skincare fluid for the neck and chest

Synergies

• Revitalising effects: tepezcohuite and centella powders, essential oils of lavender, myrrh, Italian helichrysum, rosehip carrier oil, etc.

• For minor bleeding: gum rockrose and Egyptian geranium essential oils, etc.

• Soothing effect on sunburn: organic calendula CO₂ extract, bisabolol, organic German chamomile CO₂ extract, spike lavender essential oil, etc.

• Skin with atopic tendencies: essential oils of nard and Blue tansy, tamanu carrier oil, etc.

Instant recipes by Aroma-Zone

Step 1

Prepare a paste by mixing all the ingredients.

Step 2

Immediately apply a thick layer to the affected area, after cleansing, and wrap with a damp cloth or bandage. Leave on for 15 to 20 minutes, then rinse off with lukewarm water.

Shake and apply as a toner to the skin morning and evening.

Cultivation

Organic. Certified 100% organic by Ecocert Greenlife according to the COSMOS standard

Production process

Steam distillation

Part of the plant used

Flowers

Botanical name

Achillea millefolium

Botanical family

Asteraceae

Function

Cosmetic ingredient

INCI designation: Achillea millefolium flower water

Quality

Fresh and 100% pure preservative-free product, microbiologically tested by the Aroma-Zone quality laboratory.

Concentration

To make 1 litre of hydrosol, you need 1 kilo of flowers, known as the 1:1 ratio. This minimum extraction ratio, which we impose on ourselves, guarantees an intense fragrance, prolonged life and, above all, a high concentration of aromatic molecules in the hydrosol, a guarantee of its quality.

Other names

Yarrow floral water, cut herb, military herb

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Organoleptic properties

• Appearance: clear liquid

• Colour: colourless

• Odour: pleasant, mild scent of undergrowth and leaves

• Taste: botanical and persistent on the palate

pH

4.0 - 6.5

Hydrosols are sensitive to pollution. As our Aroma-Zone hydrosols are fresh, pure products with no preservatives, we strongly recommend that you store them in the refrigerator and use them within 6 months of opening. When using them, make sure your hands are always clean and that you disinfect all utensils and bottles that come into contact with the hydrosols when preparing your homemade cosmetics. If you notice a change in appearance or smell, stop using the hydrosol.

Warning

The properties, indications and methods of use described above are derived from scientific literature and/or reference books or websites in aromatherapy, hydrolatherapy and phytotherapy. This general information is provided for informational purposes only and cannot under any circumstances be considered as medical information. This information cannot under any circumstances replace a diagnosis, consultation or medical follow-up, nor engage our liability.

EO = Essential Oil

VO = Carrier Oil or Macerated Oil

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