Inula Odorante root hydrosol: Comfort and support for breathing and skin

OFLORALE brand Inula helenium hydrosol is obtained by gentle distillation of the roots of this beneficial plant. Renowned for its softening, decongestant and regenerating properties, this hydrosol is a natural ally for respiratory well-being, skin care and emotional harmony.

INCI: Inula Helenium Root Water

A precious root for vitality and protection

Inula odorata, also known as elecampane, has been used for centuries to support the respiratory tract and strengthen the body. Its hydrosol, gentle and safe, provides overall support for the body while preserving a delicate plant aroma.

Inula Odorante: freshness and natural regeneration

Rich in sesquiterpene lactones and aromatic compounds, this hydrosol helps soothe respiratory discomfort, purify sensitive skin and promote an atmosphere conducive to relaxation and mental clarity.

Botanical characteristics and production

• Botanical name: Inula helenium
• Part used: Root
• Other names: Elecampane, Elecampane
• Names in other languages: Elecampane (English), Alantwurzel (German)
• Type of culture: Conventional
• Place of production: Controlled origin
• INCI designation: Inula Helenium Root Water

Benefits of Inula Odorante hydrosol

In cosmetics:

• Soothes and purifies sensitive or irritated skin.
• Supports skin regeneration and provides a comforting effect.

For health:

• Supporting respiratory well-being, particularly during the winter period.
• Helps soothe the throat and respiratory tract thanks to its softening action.

Well-being emotions and chakra:

• Associated with the solar plexus chakra, it promotes inner strength and serenity.
• Helps release tension and establish a sense of mental comfort.

Examples of use

In cosmetics:

• Soothing Lotion: Spray on skin to calm redness and feelings of discomfort.
• Restorative care: Mix with a vegetable oil to support the regeneration of dry or irritated skin.

For health:

• Gentle inhalation: Dilute one tablespoon in a bowl of warm water and inhale to soothe the respiratory tract.
• Comforting drink: Add a tablespoon to a glass of warm water for a soothing effect.

Emotional well-being:

• Calming Spray: Diffuse into the air to create a serene atmosphere and reduce stress.
• Relaxation ritual: Add a few spoonfuls to bath water to promote relaxation and inner comfort.

Conservation

Store in the refrigerator, use quickly after opening.

General works on medicinal plants and aromatherapy

1. Hydrolats and respiratory support by Lydia Bosson: A guide to discovering hydrolats dedicated to respiratory comfort.
2. Soothing Plants and Their Benefits by Michel Pierre: A book on soothing plants, including inula odorata.
3. Subtle aromatherapy and inner strength by Danièle Festy: A reference for emotional balance thanks to aromatic plants.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this sheet is provided for information purposes only and cannot replace medical advice. OFLORALE, aromacentre.fr and SAS LPBE decline all responsibility for the use that could be made of this information.

Production method:

Our distillation method complies with the rules of distillation to obtain hydrolates and not essential oils, the aim being to obtain superior quality hydrolates in no way equivalent to the residues of distillation of plants to obtain essential oil.
Please note that we work with fresh, dried plants or extracts with an equivalence ratio of 1:1 (1 liter of water for an equivalent of 1 kg of fresh plants)

Note that most of the hydrosols and/or floral water available commercially are the result of the distillation residues of essential oils, therefore much poorer in active ingredients than our hydrosols, because our goal is not to impoverish the plant in order to extract a maximum of oil from it by using ratios much higher than 1:1.

Availability and deadlines
As our range is wide, we manage some of the products in stock and others on order.
- Product in stock: Fast delivery time of 3 to 4 days on average
- Made to order: Average lead time 7 to 15 days
We remind you that we are the producers of our hydrosols.

Quality and origin
We raise awareness among our producers about the importance of ECONOMICAL organic agriculture in accordance with the laws of Nature for the respect of the plant world. We primarily promote the development of products from organic agriculture.

Organic* agriculture
Origin of controlled organic farming:
- Certified AB, ECOCERT or BIO Europe, for food products.
- Certified BIO Cosmetic or CosmeBio, for cosmetic products or for room fragrance diffusion.
No use of herbicides, fungicides, pesticides and synthetic chemical fertilizers. For essential oils and hydrosols: hydrodistillation or slow steam distillation for optimal preservation of active ingredients and olfactory components. Some plant origins are wild and not cultivated, so in principle they are organic and certified as such.

Conventional Agriculture
Formerly called: Traditional Agriculture. These are often producers who respect nature and have a traditional knowledge of the art of traditional cultivation. These professionals often work "the old way" and are sometimes located in countries where organic certification does not exist. We can only refer to a general term "Conventional Agriculture" because we are not allowed to refer to plants as being grown without synthetic chemistry if the cultivation is not controlled.

From wild plants
Products subject to this designation come from plants that often exist only in the wild.

Origine BiO is our internal label, guaranteeing that all certified products have already obtained a recognized organic certification. However, we have chosen not to depend on national labels, because we believe that they exercise a monopoly that is often unfair. For us, these certifications do not faithfully reflect the reality of the markets that frame these products. In addition, the labeling criteria vary from one country to another, creating imbalances between producers and distorting the notion of equality. With Origine BiO , we aim to offer a fairer and more consistent alternative.