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Fennel Hydrosol 50 ml

A gentle fennel-based water for skincare formulations and kitchen use

Fennel hydrosol is the aqueous by-product of steam distilling fennel seeds alongside their essential oil, carrying a portion of the plant's water-soluble aromatic compounds in a much gentler form than the concentrated oil. The 50 ml size makes it practical for testing a new formula before scaling up, or for small home-batch projects such as toners and flavored syrups. This item belongs to the wider selection of hydrosols and floral waters, which covers plant distillates suited to many different formulation needs.

The strongest demand for fennel hydrosol comes from the cosmetic industry, where it is added to toners, gels, cleansing waters and eye makeup removers thanks to its mild, refreshing feel on skin. Another major application area is food production, where the aromatic water flavors baked goods, desserts, beverages and homemade syrups with a subtle anise-like note. In perfumery it serves as a component of watery accords with a herbal, slightly sweet character, and it is also used in room and linen sprays created for relaxation purposes.

Fennel hydrosol blends well with other plant distillates, allowing formulators to build layered aromatic and functional mixtures. It pairs nicely with mint hydrosol for a cooling, invigorating combination, and with cornflower hydrosol for softer formulas intended for the delicate eye area. For perfumed or floral-leaning compositions, adding jasmine hydrosol rounds out the herbal fennel note with a warmer, sweeter undertone.

In formulations, fennel hydrosol is typically introduced during the water phase at room temperature or at gentle heating up to around 40 degrees Celsius to preserve its volatile aromatic content. Recommended usage in cosmetic emulsions ranges from 5 to 20 percent of the total formula weight depending on the desired intensity of scent and effect. Used on its own, it works well as a facial toner applied by spray or cotton pad, and as a base for soothing compresses. Store the hydrosol in a tightly sealed container, away from direct light and heat, minimizing air exposure once opened to maintain freshness and stability throughout its shelf life.

Fennel and Mint Refreshing Facial Mist

Fennel hydrosol 25 ml

Mint hydrosol 20 ml

Vegetable glycerin 3 ml

Aloe vera extract 2 ml

Combine both hydrosols in a clean glass container, then stir in the glycerin and aloe extract until fully blended. Pour the mixture into a spray bottle and shake gently before each use as a cooling midday refresher for the face and neck.

Fennel Syrup Base

Fennel hydrosol 40 ml

Cane sugar 60 grams

Water 40 ml

Lemon juice 5 ml

Heat the water and sugar together until fully dissolved, remove from heat, then stir in the fennel hydrosol and lemon juice once the mixture has cooled slightly. Bottle the syrup and refrigerate, using it to flavor teas, sparkling water or desserts.

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INCI	Hydrolat anethi
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	Ukraine
Attention	Mandatory testing for sensitivity and allergic reaction, preliminary application to the bend of the elbow
Color product	transparent, 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	Fennel Hydrosol 50 ml
Other names	scented water, flower water, hydrosol
Packaging	container for transportation
Packing	50 ml
Raw materials	fennel
Solubility	in water
Valid until	03.2028