Angelica Hydrosol

Angelica hydrosol, also known as Angelica archangelica hydrosol, is a distillate of the roots of the Angelica archangelica plant. This plant belongs to the Apiaceae family and is known for its medicinal properties. Angelica hydrosol has an earthy, green scent with a slight bitter undertone and is often used in aromatherapy and skin care products for its calming and anti-inflammatory properties.

Properties

• Anti-inflammatory: It helps reduce inflammation and swelling.
• Calming: It has a calming effect on the skin and can help relieve stress and anxiety.
• Antibacterial: It has antibacterial properties that can help fight skin infections.
• Digestion: It can aid digestion and help with stomach complaints.
• Detoxifying: It has detoxifying properties that can help cleanse the body.
• Fortifying: It can help boost the immune system and improve overall health

Applications

• Facial Toner: It can be used as a soothing and hydrating toner to refresh and soften the skin.
• Compresses: It can be used in compresses to soothe skin inflammations and irritations.
• Body Mist: It works great as a refreshing body mist, especially on hot days or after exercise.
• Bath Additive: Add to bath water for a relaxing and detoxifying experience.
• Hair Care: It can be used as a hair rinse to soothe the scalp and refresh the hair.
• Aromatherapy: It can be used in diffusers to create a calming and relaxing atmosphere.

What is a hydrosol?

• A hydrosol is created during the distillation process of plant material. The plant material is exposed to steam or immersed in boiling water. The heat causes the cells of the plant material containing the essential oil to soften and release their contents.
• The essential oil, which is volatile, rises together with the steam in cooling tubes. Here the steam cools and condenses into water. This condensed water, which comes from the cells of the plant, is known as hydrosol. It contains many components, including the water-soluble (hydrophilic) micromolecules of some components that are also found in the essential oil of the plant.
• Hydrosols often have different properties than the essential oil of the same plant material, providing unique applications and benefits. They are particularly suitable for children, the elderly and people with sensitive skin due to their mild nature.