Frankincense Hydrosol
Latin name: Boswellia carterri
Origin: Somalia
Ph: 5.0 and 7.0
Quality: Natural; Organic
Uses: Perfumery, Cosmetics, Aromatherapy
Frankincense Hydrosol, also known as frankincense, has a unique scent profile. The scent is often herbaceous and earthy, with a slight hint of citrus and wood. It is less intense than the scent of frankincense essential oil, but still retains the characteristic warm and relaxing properties.
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Olibanum hydrosol, also known as frankincense or incense, is obtained by steam distillation of the resin of the Boswellia tree. It is a clear to slightly cloudy liquid with a fresh, sweet and characteristic scent. The scent of olibanum hydrosol is like a gentle embrace from nature itself. It is a harmonious blend of spicy, earthy notes with a hint of citrus and wood.
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.
- Rejuvenating: It promotes skin cell regeneration and helps reduce fine lines and wrinkles.
- Astringent: It has an astringent effect, which helps in reducing pores and firming the skin.
- Soothing: It can help soothe skin irritations and redness.
Applications
- Facial Toner: It can be used as a refreshing and hydrating toner to soothe and rejuvenate 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 rejuvenating 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.
- Wound care: It promotes the healing of wounds and scars and can be used to treat minor cuts and scrapes.
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.
