Hydrosols, otherwise known as “floral waters” are produced through the distillation of fresh plant material, such as flowers, leaves, fruits, barks, etc. They are the co-distillate of essential oil production and have similar properties to their respective essential oil counterparts. However, they are much less concentrated and contain unique water-soluble compounds that are not found in the essential oils.

All of our hydrosols are lovingly produced from sustainably wild-crafted plants in beautiful PNW forests or grown (pesticide-free) in our own garden in a traditional Portugeuse copper alembic still. They are extremely versatile and can be used in many ways, as a refreshing aromatherapy mist, as a skin-balancing toner, used as non-toxic household cleaners, a fragrant aftershave, or simply as a gentle substitute for your favorite essential oil blend. Our hydrosols are packaged in a 2 oz frosted glass bottle with recycled paper label.

Willow:

Our wild-harvested willow (Salix spp) bark hydrosol is amazingly anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving. Willow contains natural salicylates (the same compounds found in aspirin) and is therefore amazingly anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving. It’s also a great astringent and helps to clear and tone congested skin.

Uses:

• spray on sprains, strains, or sore muscles for pain relief.

• add 4 tbsp to the bath to help with aches and pains.

• use as an acne clearing toner.

• as an aftershave to help soothe redness, inflammation, or razor burn.

• apply to burns, including sunburn, to take the sting away and calm swelling.

• use on aging or dull skin to give a glowing complexion. Willow bark is a natural source of BHA acids.