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Mint Hydrosol 100 ml

A Cooling Mint Water for Skincare, Home Care, and Small-Batch Blends

Mint hydrosol is the aromatic water fraction collected during steam distillation of peppermint leaves, carrying the plant's volatile compounds along with a fresh, cooling character. Unlike essential oil, hydrosol is much gentler in concentration, so it can be applied directly to skin without dilution, making it a practical ingredient for home crafting as well as small studio batches. This product belongs to the Hydrosols and Floral Waters category, which brings together plant waters used for skincare, fragrance, and cosmetic manufacturing.

The primary use of mint hydrosol is in facial and body skincare: toners, refreshing mists, lotions for oily or blemish-prone skin, after-sun care, and scalp treatments. Mint is well known for its ability to tone skin, relieve a feeling of tiredness, and provide a light cooling sensation, which is why the hydrosol is frequently added to summer product lines and formulas for reactive, flushed skin. Beyond cosmetics, mint water is used in household chemistry as a natural fragrance component in hand care products, air fresheners, and textile sprays, and in the food industry as a base for beverages, desserts, and confectionery flavoring where a clean mint note without alcoholic sharpness is needed.

Mint hydrosol blends well with other plant waters, allowing layered aromatic compositions. For instance, the cooling effect is amplified when combined with Lemon Hydrosol, while a softer, fruity undertone appears when adding Raspberry Hydrosol. An interesting pairing also comes from combining it with Lemon Mint Hydrosol, which brings citrus nuances to the classic mint freshness. These combinations are convenient to test in small volumes before scaling up to a larger production batch.

In formulations, hydrosol is typically added at the final stage, once the main emulsion or water phase has cooled below 40 degrees, to preserve its volatile aromatic compounds. Recommended dosage in finished products ranges from 5 to 20 percent of the total mass, depending on the desired fragrance intensity and functional role. Used on its own as a toner, the hydrosol can be applied undiluted, misting the face and body skin several times a day. Store the product in a cool, dark place, tightly closed, away from direct sunlight and temperature fluctuations, which helps preserve its shelf life and fragrance freshness.

Cooling Mint and Citrus Facial Mist

Mint Hydrosol 65 ml

Lemon Hydrosol 20 ml

Vegetable glycerin 5 ml

Distilled water 10 ml

Combine all ingredients in a clean glass container at room temperature, stirring gently until fully blended, then pour the mixture into a fine-mist spray bottle. Store the finished mist in the refrigerator and use it to refresh facial skin throughout the day, spraying from a distance of about 20 to 30 centimeters while keeping the eyes closed.

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INCI	Mint Hydrozol
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	Mint Hydrosol 100 ml
Other names	flower water, hydrosol
Packaging	container for transportation
Packing	100 ml
Raw materials	mint
Solubility	in water
Valid until	03.2028