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Hydrolats — also called floral waters — are the gentle, water-based spirits left behind when steam passes through fresh botanicals during distillation. Unlike essential oils, they arrive in your hands as soft, useable waters that carry the subtle character of the plant in every drop. Our collection of pure hydrolats invites you to bring a little of that same stillness into your daily skincare ritual.
What's in the collection
Each of our five hydrolats arrives in a 100ml bottle, sourced to preserve the plant's natural aroma and therapeutic character. The range spans soothing chamomile, balancing geranium, refreshing peppermint, calming lavender, and the beloved rose water — each one a different entry point into botanical skincare.
- Chamomile Hydrosol — gentle, calming, well-suited to sensitive or reactive skin
- Geranium Hydrosol — balancing and floral, a favourite for combination or blemish-prone skin
- Peppermint Hydrosol — bright and refreshing, ideal for waking tired or dull-feeling skin
- Lavender Hydrosol — soothing and versatile, a reassuring staple for most skin types
- Rose Water Hydrosol — timeless and softly astringent, a classic floral water for everyday toning
How to use your hydrolat
Think of a hydrolat as a natural facial toner — a step between cleansing and moisturising that refreshes the skin and prepares it to absorb what comes next. Spritz directly onto cleansed skin morning and evening, or sweep across with a cotton pad. A few spritzes over a facial mask while it works can deepen the experience. For a lighter routine, simply mist over the face throughout the day as a calming botanical pick-me-up.
These aromatherapy waters also bring a soft, sensory quality to home rituals — try misting onto pulse points, adding a capful to a warm bath, or using them to set intentions during a morning meditation.
Building a complete botanical routine
Hydrolats work beautifully alongside other botanical skincare staples. Layer one beneath a rich body butter for nourished, fragrant skin, or follow with a hand and body lotion for lighter hydration throughout the day. For targeted care, mist before applying a facial mask to prep the skin, or keep a bottle beside your bed and spritz before your evening routine.
Frequently asked questions
What is a hydrolat?
A hydrolat is the aromatic water produced during steam distillation of plant material — the same process that yields essential oils, but collected separately as a gentler, water-soluble by-product. It contains trace plant compounds and a small amount of the essential oil, making it safe and pleasant for direct use on the skin without dilution.
Is a hydrolat the same as rose water?
Rose water is one type of floral water — a hydrolat produced specifically from rose petals. All rose waters are hydrolats, but not all hydrolats are rose water. Our rose water is a pure, uncut hydrolat with the characteristic soft floral scent, distinct from perfumed or alcohol-diluted versions.
Do hydrolats need to be refrigerated?
Most hydrolats keep well in a cool, dark place. However, because they contain no synthetic preservatives, refrigeration after opening can help maintain their freshness and aroma — particularly in warmer months. If the scent changes noticeably, it is best to replace the bottle.
Can I use a hydrolat as a natural facial toner every day?
Yes. Hydrolats are gentle enough for daily use as a toner or mist, morning and evening. They are suitable for most skin types, though if you have very sensitive or reactive skin, it is worth patch-testing a new botanical water before applying it widely. Each product listing carries ingredient detail to help you decide.
Are these waters suitable for use around the eyes?
Our hydrolats are formulated for facial use generally. The eye area is particularly sensitive, so we recommend avoiding direct application close to the lashes or onto the eyeball itself. A tiny amount on a cotton pad swept gently across the brow bone is a gentler approach if you wish to target that area.