Hydrosols -- or Distillates as they are often called -- are the natural "plant waters" or "floral waters" that are produced during steam distillation or hydro-distillation. Hydrosols are wonderful in natural skin care products and can also be used in aromatherapy. To be classified as a distillate or as a hydrosol, these "plant waters" MUST be distilled from botanical material. In the recent past, distillate water was considered the by-product of essential oil production and was discarded. More recently, these pure distillate waters - also called hydrosols - have been recognized for their own inherent characteristics and qualities. Hydrosols typically represent the water-soluble constituents of the botanical with some volatile components such as the essential oils. Depending on the botanical and the season harvested, our hydrosols contain varying amounts of essential oil.

At The Herbarie, we distill the botanical for the sole purpose of obtaining a quality distillate or hydrosol. The Herbarie hydrosols are not a by-product of essential oil production. The Herbarie Hydrosols and Distillates are obtained from our organically grown botanicals or from native plants that are gathered from our woods and fields. We utilize both hydro-distillation and steam distillation technique to obtain our high quality hydrosols or distillates. The Herbarie's Hydrosols are available on a seasonal and limited basis.

For the safety of our customers, we preserve our hydrosols with a mild, cationic preservative - Cosmocil CQ. We routinely conduct microbial testing and provide Certificate of Analysis upon request. Since Cosmocil CQ is cationic, there may be some incompatibilities with anionic ingredients. The Herbarie's Hydrosols are for external use only.

We accept prepaid orders for fresh, unpreserved hydrosols when in season. Please contact us for more information.

Hydrosols and distillates can be used directly on skin unless otherwise specified. They can also be used as the entire water phase for nonionic or cationic lotions and creams and they are excellent as facial toners. Hydrosols make a valuable contribution to almost any natural skin care or hair care product.

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Artemisia Hydrosol (Organically Grown) SKU: ArteHyd_2oz EARLY SUMMER SALE! - Artemisia Hydrosol is the aromatic water obtained by distillation of Artemisia ludoviciana – known by common names such as White Sage and Owyhee. Artemisia is named after Artemis – Goddess of the Moon, Nature and all wild things. Artemisia is loved for her... priced from: $4.95 priced from: $3.71 save 25% [view full price list and ordering information]

Basil Hydrosol (Organically Grown) SKU: BasilHyd2 Basil Hydrosol (organically grown). Our Basil Hydrosol (Ocymum basilicum) is produced from plants that are grown from seed on our farm. We distill this hydrosol for use as an antioxidant in skin care and hair care. Basil contains a wide range of essential oils rich in phenolic compounds... priced from: $3.75 [view full price list and ordering information]

Catnip Hydrosol (Organically Grown) SKU: CatnipHyd20 Catnip herb is known for its intoxicating effect on cats and is used as a relaxant and sleep-aid for humans. Research has recently demonstrated Catnip Essential Oil to be a very effective insect repellent. Our aromatic Catnip Hydrosol can be used as a relaxing mist or as a base for a... priced from: $3.75 [view full price list and ordering information]

Chamomile Hydrosol (Organically Grown) SKU: ChamHyd2 Chamomile Hydrosol (Matricaria recutita) is excellent for use in both hair and skin care applications, such as toners, lotions, creams, hair conditioners and shampoo. The Herbarie's Chamomile Hydrosol contains water soluble constituents as well as a small amount the essential oil and is... priced from: $4.75 [view full price list and ordering information]

Clary Sage Hydrosol (Organically Grown) SKU: ClaryHyd_2oz SPECIAL SUMMER SALE! - Our Clary Sage Hydrosol is obtained by distilling the flowering tops of Salvia sclarea. The Clary Sage plant has been used traditionally for skin care and the Essential Oil is known for its aromatic characteristics. Aromatherapists have used Clary Sage Essential Oil... priced from: $4.95 priced from: $2.47 save 50% [view full price list and ordering information]

Ginger Root Hydrosol (Organically Grown) SKU: GingerHyd2 The Herbarie's Ginger Root Hydrosol (Zingiber officinale)contains water soluble constituents as well as a small amount of the essential oils and has a fresh ginger scent. This warm sweet-spicy scent of Ginger Root can help alleviate motion sickness and is said to increase metabolism. Ginger... priced from: $4.75 [view full price list and ordering information]

Helichrysum Hydrosol (Organically Grown) SKU: HeliHydrosol_2oz OUT OF STOCK UNTIL SPRING 2009 - Helichrysum Hydrosol is the aromatic water obtained from Helichrysum italicum. Helichrysum Essential Oil is known for its anti-inflammatory and healing characteristics. Our Helichrysum Hydrosol contains small amounts of essential oil and shares many... priced from: $4.75 [view full price list and ordering information]

Lavender Hydrosol (Organically Grown) SKU: LavHyd2 Our lovely Lavender Hydrosol is distilled from the flower buds of Lavandula angustifolia. The wonderfully fresh, clean scent of lavender has been a favorite for centuries. Lavender is derived from the Latin lavare "to wash" and was used by the Greeks and Romans as a favorite bathwater additive.... priced from: $4.75 [view full price list and ordering information]

Melissa Hydrosol (Organically Grown) SKU: MelissaHyd_2oz Melissa Hydrosol (Melissa officinalis) has a pleasant, uplifting, lemony scent. Its gentle, astringent qualities are excellent for both skin care and hair care. We use Melissa Hydrosol in lotions, creams, facial toners, shampoo and body wash. Our Melissa is happiest when growing among our... priced from: $4.50 [view full price list and ordering information]

Mountain Mint Hydrosol (Organically Grown) SKU: MountMintHyd_4oz SPECIAL SUMMER SALE! - Mountain Mint Hydrosol (Pycnanthemum species) is refreshing, cooling and very aromatic. Mountain Mint Hydrosol can be used for skin care or hair care or for aromatherapy. priced from: $5.25 priced from: $3.90 save 26% [view full price list and ordering information]

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