Lavender Hydrosol
Lavender Hydrosol
Lavender Hydrosol (Lavandula angustifolia)
Our Lavender Hydrosol is the water collected when lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is steam distilled. It is a clear liquid with a soft, floral lavender scent that is much lighter than the essential oil.
It arrives pre-preserved, which makes it simple to use straight from the bottle as a toner, mist, pillow or linen spray, or as part of the water phase in lotions, gels and serums. Makers also use it in hair care mists and rinses and in DIY face masks.
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Lavandula angustifolia Plant hydrosol |
Soft, floral lavender Aroma |
Up to 100% Typical use level |
250 ml to 1 L Spritzer and refill packs |
Safety information: for external (cosmetic) use only. Not for consumption, keep out of reach of children and keep away from the eyes. Patch test before first use. Contains preservatives, so do not use if you are sensitive to them. See Safety below and the Safety Data Sheet in the Product Documents section at the end of this page.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product | Lavender Hydrosol |
| INCI | Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Water |
| Botanical name | Lavandula angustifolia |
| Type | Plant hydrosol (floral or plant water) |
| Source | Steam distillation of the plant material |
| Appearance | Clear, watery liquid |
| Odour | Soft, floral, characteristic of lavender |
| Preservative | Pre-preserved: contains benzyl alcohol, sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate, with a trace of ethanol to disperse the preservatives |
| Solubility | Water soluble; mixes with water, glycerine and other hydrosols |
| Typical use level | Up to 100% as a toner or mist. In water-phase products, commonly 10–100% |
| pH | Not stated |
| Suitable for | Toners, facial and body mists, room and linen sprays, masks, and the water phase of creams, lotions and gels |
| Not suitable for | Internal use. Not for use in the eyes or on broken skin |
| Pack sizes | 250 ml, 500 ml, 1 L |
| Storage | Cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. Keep the lid on |
| Use | Raw material for makers. Formulation, safety assessment and labelling of finished products are the maker’s responsibility |
Uses
| Use | How it is used |
|---|---|
| Facial toner or mist | Spritz on clean skin or apply with a cotton pad. Patch test first |
| Body and room spray | Use as a light scented mist for the body, linen or a room |
| Replace water in recipes | Use in place of some or all of the water in lotions, creams, gels and serums |
| Face masks | Mix with a clay to a paste for a simple DIY mask |
| Hair care | Use in leave-in mists and rinses, or in hair care recipes |
| Pillow and linen spray | Spritz lightly over bedding and linen for a soft lavender scent |
How to Make a Simple Hydrosol Toner
- Gather. 100 ml lavender hydrosol, 1 teaspoon vegetable glycerine (optional), and a clean spray bottle (plastic, glass or aluminium bottles).
- Mix. Pour the hydrosol into a clean jug or the bottle and stir in the glycerine if you are using it.
- Preserve. Add a suitable preservative such as Geogard 221 or phenoxyethanol to your finished toner at the recommended rate, even though the hydrosol itself is pre-preserved.
- Bottle. Pour into a clean, dry spray bottle and label it with the date.
- Use. Spritz onto a cotton pad or onto clean skin, avoiding the eyes.
Tip: Make small batches and use clean, dry bottles. Store your finished toner in a cool place out of direct sunlight.
Usage Starting Points ▼
These are common starting points, not fixed rules. Results vary with your recipe, so always test a small batch first.
| Use | Starting amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Toner or mist | Up to 100% | Spritz or apply with a cotton pad. |
| Clay mask | Enough to make a paste | Mix a little at a time into the clay. |
| Lotion or cream water phase | 10–100% of the water | Preserve and test the finished product. |
| Room or linen spray | 25–100% (with a little glycerine or polysorbate if scenting) | Shake before use. |
Preserve everything you make with a hydrosol. Water-based products can grow bacteria and mould.
Tips & Troubleshooting ▼
| Problem | Likely cause | What to try |
|---|---|---|
| Product turns cloudy or smells off | Bacteria or mould growth | Discard it. Use clean tools and bottles, make small batches and preserve finished products. |
| Scented spray separates | Essential oil will not mix with water | Disperse it with polysorbate 20 first, or leave the oil out. |
| Mask dries too fast | Not enough liquid, or too long on the skin | Add a little more hydrosol or a touch of vegetable glycerine and rinse off before it fully dries. |
| Lotion feels thin | Water-phase ingredients thin the mix | Add a thickener such as xanthan gum, or use less hydrosol. |
Safety & Handling ▼
This product is for external use only. Do not swallow it, keep it out of reach of children and keep it away from the eyes. Do a patch test before first use and stop using it if irritation occurs. Avoid use on broken or irritated skin. It contains preservatives, so do not use it if you are sensitive to them.
Selling what you make? This is a raw material for makers. The formulation, preservation, safety assessment, labelling and any regulatory requirements for your finished cosmetics or soap (including the NZ cosmetic rules) are your responsibility, and health or treatment claims should not be made for your products. Contact us at info@purefx.co.nz if you need product information.
Frequently Asked Questions ▼
What is a hydrosol?
A hydrosol (also called a floral water or hydrolat) is the water that is collected when plant material is steam distilled. It carries the water-soluble parts of the plant and has a light scent.
Is it preserved?
Yes. It is pre-preserved with benzyl alcohol, sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate (with a trace of ethanol to disperse them). Preserve your finished product as well, and test it.
Can I use it straight on the skin?
Many people use hydrosols neat as a toner or mist. Patch test first and avoid the eyes.
How strong is the scent?
Light. A hydrosol is much gentler than an essential oil.
Can I use it instead of water in recipes?
Yes. Swap it for some or all of the water in your recipe, and preserve the finished product.
How should I store it?
Keep it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, with the lid on.
Sizes & Price
| Pack | Price | Price per 100 ml |
|---|---|---|
| 250 ml Spritzer | $6.50 | $2.60 |
| 500 ml Refill | $10.00 | $2.00 |
| 1 L Refill | $19.00 | $1.90 |
Pairs Well With
Pair it with rose hydrosol, chamomile hydrosol or manuka hydrosol, blend it with witch hazel, vegetable glycerine and aloe vera gel for toners and mists, and use it with kaolin clay for a face mask. Boost the scent with lavender essential oil dispersed in polysorbate 20. It is already pre-preserved, but still preserve and test any finished product with a water phase. Preserve finished water-based products with Geogard 221 or phenoxyethanol, and look at our plastic, glass or aluminium bottles for spray bottles. Browse all hydrosols. |
 Product Documents
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Lavender Hydrosol (Lavandula angustifolia)
Our Lavender Hydrosol is the water collected when lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is steam distilled. It is a clear liquid with a soft, floral lavender scent that is much lighter than the essential oil.
It arrives pre-preserved, which makes it simple to use straight from the bottle as a toner, mist, pillow or linen spray, or as part of the water phase in lotions, gels and serums. Makers also use it in hair care mists and rinses and in DIY face masks.
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Lavandula angustifolia Plant hydrosol |
Soft, floral lavender Aroma |
Up to 100% Typical use level |
250 ml to 1 L Spritzer and refill packs |
Safety information: for external (cosmetic) use only. Not for consumption, keep out of reach of children and keep away from the eyes. Patch test before first use. Contains preservatives, so do not use if you are sensitive to them. See Safety below and the Safety Data Sheet in the Product Documents section at the end of this page.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product | Lavender Hydrosol |
| INCI | Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Water |
| Botanical name | Lavandula angustifolia |
| Type | Plant hydrosol (floral or plant water) |
| Source | Steam distillation of the plant material |
| Appearance | Clear, watery liquid |
| Odour | Soft, floral, characteristic of lavender |
| Preservative | Pre-preserved: contains benzyl alcohol, sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate, with a trace of ethanol to disperse the preservatives |
| Solubility | Water soluble; mixes with water, glycerine and other hydrosols |
| Typical use level | Up to 100% as a toner or mist. In water-phase products, commonly 10–100% |
| pH | Not stated |
| Suitable for | Toners, facial and body mists, room and linen sprays, masks, and the water phase of creams, lotions and gels |
| Not suitable for | Internal use. Not for use in the eyes or on broken skin |
| Pack sizes | 250 ml, 500 ml, 1 L |
| Storage | Cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. Keep the lid on |
| Use | Raw material for makers. Formulation, safety assessment and labelling of finished products are the maker’s responsibility |
Uses
| Use | How it is used |
|---|---|
| Facial toner or mist | Spritz on clean skin or apply with a cotton pad. Patch test first |
| Body and room spray | Use as a light scented mist for the body, linen or a room |
| Replace water in recipes | Use in place of some or all of the water in lotions, creams, gels and serums |
| Face masks | Mix with a clay to a paste for a simple DIY mask |
| Hair care | Use in leave-in mists and rinses, or in hair care recipes |
| Pillow and linen spray | Spritz lightly over bedding and linen for a soft lavender scent |
How to Make a Simple Hydrosol Toner
- Gather. 100 ml lavender hydrosol, 1 teaspoon vegetable glycerine (optional), and a clean spray bottle (plastic, glass or aluminium bottles).
- Mix. Pour the hydrosol into a clean jug or the bottle and stir in the glycerine if you are using it.
- Preserve. Add a suitable preservative such as Geogard 221 or phenoxyethanol to your finished toner at the recommended rate, even though the hydrosol itself is pre-preserved.
- Bottle. Pour into a clean, dry spray bottle and label it with the date.
- Use. Spritz onto a cotton pad or onto clean skin, avoiding the eyes.
Tip: Make small batches and use clean, dry bottles. Store your finished toner in a cool place out of direct sunlight.
Usage Starting Points ▼
These are common starting points, not fixed rules. Results vary with your recipe, so always test a small batch first.
| Use | Starting amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Toner or mist | Up to 100% | Spritz or apply with a cotton pad. |
| Clay mask | Enough to make a paste | Mix a little at a time into the clay. |
| Lotion or cream water phase | 10–100% of the water | Preserve and test the finished product. |
| Room or linen spray | 25–100% (with a little glycerine or polysorbate if scenting) | Shake before use. |
Preserve everything you make with a hydrosol. Water-based products can grow bacteria and mould.
Tips & Troubleshooting ▼
| Problem | Likely cause | What to try |
|---|---|---|
| Product turns cloudy or smells off | Bacteria or mould growth | Discard it. Use clean tools and bottles, make small batches and preserve finished products. |
| Scented spray separates | Essential oil will not mix with water | Disperse it with polysorbate 20 first, or leave the oil out. |
| Mask dries too fast | Not enough liquid, or too long on the skin | Add a little more hydrosol or a touch of vegetable glycerine and rinse off before it fully dries. |
| Lotion feels thin | Water-phase ingredients thin the mix | Add a thickener such as xanthan gum, or use less hydrosol. |
Safety & Handling ▼
This product is for external use only. Do not swallow it, keep it out of reach of children and keep it away from the eyes. Do a patch test before first use and stop using it if irritation occurs. Avoid use on broken or irritated skin. It contains preservatives, so do not use it if you are sensitive to them.
Selling what you make? This is a raw material for makers. The formulation, preservation, safety assessment, labelling and any regulatory requirements for your finished cosmetics or soap (including the NZ cosmetic rules) are your responsibility, and health or treatment claims should not be made for your products. Contact us at info@purefx.co.nz if you need product information.
Frequently Asked Questions ▼
What is a hydrosol?
A hydrosol (also called a floral water or hydrolat) is the water that is collected when plant material is steam distilled. It carries the water-soluble parts of the plant and has a light scent.
Is it preserved?
Yes. It is pre-preserved with benzyl alcohol, sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate (with a trace of ethanol to disperse them). Preserve your finished product as well, and test it.
Can I use it straight on the skin?
Many people use hydrosols neat as a toner or mist. Patch test first and avoid the eyes.
How strong is the scent?
Light. A hydrosol is much gentler than an essential oil.
Can I use it instead of water in recipes?
Yes. Swap it for some or all of the water in your recipe, and preserve the finished product.
How should I store it?
Keep it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, with the lid on.
Sizes & Price
| Pack | Price | Price per 100 ml |
|---|---|---|
| 250 ml Spritzer | $6.50 | $2.60 |
| 500 ml Refill | $10.00 | $2.00 |
| 1 L Refill | $19.00 | $1.90 |
Pairs Well With
Pair it with rose hydrosol, chamomile hydrosol or manuka hydrosol, blend it with witch hazel, vegetable glycerine and aloe vera gel for toners and mists, and use it with kaolin clay for a face mask. Boost the scent with lavender essential oil dispersed in polysorbate 20. It is already pre-preserved, but still preserve and test any finished product with a water phase. Preserve finished water-based products with Geogard 221 or phenoxyethanol, and look at our plastic, glass or aluminium bottles for spray bottles. Browse all hydrosols. |
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