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Lavender Floral Water 100 ml

Why Lavender Floral Water Belongs in Every Small-Batch Skincare Kit

Lavender floral water in a 100 ml bottle falls under the category of fragrant waters for cosmetics, a group of aromatic water-based distillates obtained through steam distillation of plant material. This particular water is a byproduct of lavender essential oil production, carrying the water-soluble fraction of volatile compounds and offering a soft, floral-herbal scent. The compact 100 ml size makes it especially convenient for home-based cosmetic making, formula testing, and small trial batches of creams, toners, and facial mists.

Across global markets, the largest demand for lavender floral water comes from the personal care and cosmetics industry, where it replaces distilled water in the aqueous phase of emulsions or serves as a standalone toning product. Beyond skincare, it is widely used in household products for fabric and linen freshening, in home fragrance items as a natural air freshener, and in perfumery as a gentle base that softens sharper notes in a blend. Some food and beverage producers also use lavender water to flavor desserts and drinks, though this application remains far smaller than its cosmetic use.

When formulating skincare products, lavender floral water should be introduced during the water phase preparation at temperatures not exceeding 40-45 degrees Celsius to preserve its volatile aromatic compounds. Recommended dosage in creams and emulsions ranges from 20 to 80 percent of the total water phase, while toners and mists can contain up to 100 percent. This water blends smoothly with vegetable glycerin, other plant hydrosols, and different fragrant waters to build layered scent profiles - pairing it with lime floral water creates a fresh citrus-floral accord, while combining it with cinnamon floral water gives warm spicy undertones suited for autumn and winter product lines.

Lavender water is well known for its calming effect on irritated skin, which is why formulators frequently include it in products for sensitive or reactive skin types, as well as in relaxation-focused items like pillow mists, room sprays, and ironing water for linens. In hair care, it appears in leave-in conditioning sprays and scalp toners. It also pairs effectively with other hydrosols from the fragrant waters category, such as yarrow hydrosol, boosting the soothing effect in formulas designed for redness-prone skin.

Store lavender floral water in a cool, dark place, ideally refrigerated, in a tightly sealed dark glass container away from direct sunlight and temperature fluctuations. Once opened, the shelf life shortens, so the 100 ml size is practical for keeping stock fresh through regular use. For larger production runs, always test compatibility with preservatives and active ingredients before finalizing a formula.

Calming Facial Mist with Lavender

Lavender floral water 65 ml

Vegetable glycerin 4 ml

Panthenol liquid 3 ml

Broad-spectrum preservative 1 ml

Distilled water 27 ml

INCI	Flower water of Lavender
Other
Application	Lotions and tonics, creams, in pure form, cosmetic ice, shampoos, hair tonics, shower gels. Cosmetic application: 1-100%, elbow sensitivity test
Att brand	Bulgaria
Attention	Mandatory testing for sensitivity and allergic reaction, preliminary application to the bend of the elbow
Color product	colorless, opalescent
Features	foams when shaken, may give a slight organic sediment, due to the naturalness of the raw materials used
Input percentage	1-100%, elbow sensitivity test
Method preparation	distillation process
Minimum count	1
Name	Lavender Floral Water 100 ml
Packaging	container for transportation
Packing	100 ml
Solubility	in water
Valid until	03.2028