Cornflower water
Cornflower water, or cornflower hydrolate, is a popular and versatile product in skin care and health care. This light, floral-scented water is extremely gentle and has many benefits for the skin and body. Cornflower water is a natural and gentle solution for skin care and health care. It is easy to use, versatile and highly effective in hydrating, soothing and refreshing the skin. Whether it's a light toner in the morning or a refreshing spray after a long day, cornflower water helps keep your skin healthy and glowing while leaving you feeling great.
The benefits of cornflower water
- Hydration and Nourishment: Cornflower water is rich in nutrients and antioxidants that help hydrate and nourish the skin. This can be especially helpful for dry or stressed skin.
- Reduces inflammation: Water has anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce inflamed and irritated areas of the skin. It can be an ideal choice for treating sensitive or acne-prone skin.
- Toning: When used as a toner, cornflower water can help balance the skin's pH and cleanse pores, leaving the skin refreshed and revitalized.
- Calming: Flower-scented water can have a calming effect on the senses and nerves, thus aiding relaxation and stress reduction.
- Refresh: With a simple spray, you can refresh the skin during the day or in warm weather to re-energize the skin.
How is cornflower water made?
Cornflower water is produced during steam distillation of cornflower (Centaurea cyanus) petals. This means that the flowers are put through a special distillation process where steam dissolves the plant material, then the steam is cooled and condensed to become water. Plant substances dissolved in water have an excellent moisturizing, nourishing and healing effect on the skin and body.
Remember, always choose quality products and experiment with different methods and applications to find what works best for you!
Here are some simple and effective recipes in which you can use cornflower water!
Cornflower water tonic
Ingredients:
- 100 ml of pure cornflower water
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or rose water (optional)
Preparation:
- Pour the cornflower water into a spray bottle or clean glass.
- Optionally, you can add a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar or rose water to enhance the refreshing and toning effect of the toner.
- Mix the ingredients thoroughly.
- Before use, shake the tonic thoroughly, then spray a small amount on the cleansed face and neck. Let it dry and then continue with your normal skin care routine.
Cornflower water and lavender hair spray
Ingredients:
- 100 ml of pure cornflower water
- 5-10 drops of pure lavender essential oil
- 1 teaspoon jojoba oil or almond oil (optional)
Preparation:
- Pour the cornflower water into a spray bottle or clean glass.
- Add 5-10 drops of pure lavender essential oil to the water.
- Optionally, add a teaspoon of jojoba oil or almond oil to further hydrate and nourish the hair.
- Mix the ingredients thoroughly.
- Before use, shake the sprayer thoroughly, then spray evenly on damp hair. Massage it into the scalp and let it dry. No need to rinse.
Cornflower water and aloe vera moisturizing face pack
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons of fresh or 100% pure Aloe Vera gel
- 1 tablespoon cornflower water
- 1 teaspoon of honey
Preparation:
- Mix fresh or pure Aloe Vera gel, cornflower water and honey in a small bowl to form a smooth paste.
- Clean your face, then apply the paste evenly on your face and neck.
- Leave the pack on for 10-15 minutes, then rinse with lukewarm water.
- Wipe the face dry, then continue with the usual moisturizing routine.
These recipes are easy to make and great to use in your home skin care routine to refresh, hydrate and nourish your skin and hair. Remember to always do a skin test on a small area to make sure you don't have an allergic reaction to any of the ingredients in the recipes.
