Palmarosa leaf hydrosol: Balance and freshness for the skin, digestion and emotional well-being

OFLORALE's Palmarosa hydrosol ( Cymbopogon martinii var. Motia ) is obtained by gentle distillation of the leaves of this variety of palmarosa. Known for its moisturizing, purifying and regenerating properties, this tropical plant is a natural ally to revitalize the skin, support light digestion and establish a climate of inner serenity.

INCI: Cymbopogon Martinii var. Motia leaf water

An aromatic grass for softness and tonicity

Palmarosa, a close relative of lemongrass and citronella, seduces with its floral and slightly pink notes. Its hydrosol, more subtle than the essential oil, is perfectly suited for daily use, offering balancing care for the skin and comforting support for the mind.

Palmarosa: freshness and natural harmony

Rich in geraniol and monoterpenols, this hydrosol helps purify and moisturize the epidermis, while supporting light digestion (in occasional use). It also promotes a feeling of calm and confidence, ideal for soothing tension or mental agitation.

Botanical characteristics and production

• Botanical name: Cymbopogon martinii var. Motia
• Part used: Leaves
• Other names: Palmarosa, Indian geranium
• Names in other languages: Palmarosa (English), Palmarosa (German)
• Type of culture: Conventional
• Place of production: Controlled origin
• INCI designation: Cymbopogon Martinii var. Motia leaf water

Benefits of Palmarosa Hydrosol

In cosmetics:

• Rebalances combination to oily skin, helping to regulate excess sebum and tighten pores.
• Promotes hydration and suppleness of the epidermis, giving a brighter complexion.

For health:

• Supports light digestion with occasional use (diluted drink).
• Helps to soothe the nervous system, thanks to its sweet and reassuring scent.

Well-being emotions and chakra:

• Associated with the solar plexus chakra, it stimulates self-confidence and stability.
• Promotes relaxation, helping to release pressure and clarify thoughts.

Examples of use

In cosmetics:

• Balancing Lotion: Spray on face morning and evening to purify skin and regulate excess sebum.
• Toning treatment: Mix with a vegetable oil for a light massage of the face or body, improving the radiance and elasticity of the skin.

For health:

• Comforting drink: Dilute a tablespoon in a glass of water or warm herbal tea after a meal to promote pleasant digestion.
• Gentle Inhalation: Add to a bowl of warm water and inhale to enjoy its floral and calming notes.

Emotional well-being:

• Relaxing Spray: Diffuse in the room to create a serene atmosphere, helping to reduce stress and nervousness.
• Softening Bath: Add a few spoonfuls to bath water to experience a feeling of freshness and overall comfort.

Conservation

Store in the refrigerator, use quickly after opening.

General works on medicinal plants and aromatherapy

1. Hydrosols and Floral Notes by Lydia Bosson: A guide to scented hydrosols with soothing qualities, such as palmarosa.
2. Aromatic plants for skin and emotional balance by Michel Pierre: A practical work presenting the purifying and calming virtues of palmarosa.
3. Subtle aromatherapy: softness and serenity by Danièle Festy: A reference to support relaxation and inner comfort 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.

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.