Uses & Benefits of Lavender Hydrosol

Hydrosol is the byproduct of essential oil production and the steam-distillation process and can be derived from a variety of plants. At the Secret Garden, we produce our own lavender hydrosol from the plants we grow right here on Old Mission Peninsula. We use our Portuguese copper still to force steam through densely packed lavender plant material. The steam rises and collects a variety of nutrients and minerals from the lavender before it is moved into the condenser. Here, the steam is cooled and condensed back into water which is then collected in a glass container. As the container fills, the essential oil separates from the water and collects at the top. From there, the oil can be collected leaving behind aromatic distilled lavender water or hydrosol!

Uses for Lavender Hydrosol

  • Air Freshener: An all-natural alternative to artificial deodorizers. Safe on all surfaces!
  • Aromatherapy Baths: Naturally relieve tension and ease stress after a long day!
  • Hair Rinse: Lavender Hydrosol's natural healing properties are known to decrease dandruff, ease itching and create a natural shine!
  • Sooth Skin Irritation & Sunburns: Spritz Lavender Hydrosol on minor rashes and sunburns for instant soothing and cooling effects. Known to help skin heal faster!
  • Dog Care: Spray on itchy areas that are bothering your dog for soothing relief. Can also speed up the healing process for cuts and scrapes. And totally safe!
  • Facial Toner: With antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, refresh and revive your skin with Lavender Hydrosol! Known to heal acne, control redness and smooth skin.
  • House Cleaning: Avoid irritating chemicals and opt for Lavender Hydrosol! Clean windows, countertops, sinks, floor and more! Safe for pets and kids!
  • Ironing: Hydrosol is distilled and safe for your iron and clothes!

Benefits of Lavender Hydrosol
  • Smooths skin
  • Gently cleans skin
  • Can treat sunburns
  • Reduces signs of aging
  • Evens skin tone
  • Clears blemishes
  • Mix with powder face masks
  • Balances skin pH after cleansing
  • Setting spray
  • Anti-bacterial
  • Helps heal acne and irritated skin
  • Fights skin infections
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Reduces pore size
  • Relieves stress and anxiety
  • Insect repellant
  • Air freshener
  • Facial toner