Organic Lime Hydrosol – Citrus latifolia “bearrs”

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A lime hydrosol is a fragrant botanical water produced by steam-distilling fresh lime peels, leaves, or whole fruit. Also known as floral water or hydrolat, it captures the water-soluble aromatic compounds and trace essential oils of the lime plant, offering a gentler, milder alternative to concentrated essential oils. 
Key Characteristics
  • Aroma: The aroma of Lime Essential Oil is highly concentrated, intense, and sharp, whereas a hydrosol has a soft, subtle, and often more green or nuanced fragrance, meaning the Lime Hydrosol hints of a crisp, tart, and refreshing scent reminiscent of freshly sliced limes..
  • Gentle Action: Much milder than essential oils or straight citrus juice, making it safer for direct use on skin or around pets.
  • Composition: Contains water-soluble plant properties and microscopic residual oils, but lacks heat-sensitive components like Vitamin C, which breaks down during steam distillation. 
Common Uses
  • Skincare: Used as a natural facial toner, refreshing body spritz, or astringent to help balance oily skin and manage occasional blemishes.
  • Aromatherapy: Diffused or sprayed into the air to provide an energizing, uplifting scent that helps reduce mental fatigue.
  • DIY Formulations: Substituted for plain water in homemade lotions, creams, room sprays, and clay masks

Safety and Usage Considerations

  • Skin Application: True hydrosols are acidic (pH 3.5–6.5) and mild enough to apply directly to the skin without dilution, making them popular for sensitive skin, children, and elders. 
  • Safe to spray on the skin on a sunny because the steam distillation process leaves behind the heavy, sun-reactive compounds (furocoumarins and psoralens) that cause phototoxic skin reactions like “margarita burns”.
  • Contamination Risks: Because they are water-based, hydrosols can grow bacteria or mold. Pure Hydrosols typically have a short shelf life (6 to 12 months) and benefit from cool, dark storage or refrigeration.
  • Internal Use: Contact your Primary Physcician and Certified Aromatherapist for guidance before consuming

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4 fl oz

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