Hydrosols, Hydrosoly, Floral Waters: Practical Tips and Uses
In our portfolio, you will find hydrosols of the Armina brand. And why did we choose this particular brand? Armina is a unique brand for the Czech and Slovak markets. It is a family-run company originating from the heart of Bulgaria. Its production goes hand in hand with sustainability and support of local ecological production. All their products are subject to strict European BIO certification, even in food-grade organic quality. Hydrosols of first-class quality are their flagship products, and rightly so. They have a naturally very gentle scent of the plants and herbs they come from; in the aroma, you can sense the original fresh plant material. During our initial testing, even people who could not tolerate certain types of scents (e.g., lavender or Damask rose) found the scent in Armina hydrosol perfectly acceptable.
The hydrosols you find here are filled to order, ensuring always fresh batches. The 50 ml bottles are packed in polyethylene plastic suitable for contact with food. The 100 ml bottles come in dark glass. The 250 ml bottles are available in a new HDPE packaging, which is clear recycled polyethylene, further recyclable, and does not affect the scent of the hydrosol itself. It is durable, strong, and suitable for food contact. For true connoisseurs, we also offer 500 ml bottles in dark packaging. These sizes are available for the types: true lavender, Damask rose, and white rose. All bottles are refillable and equipped with a spray nozzle.
Effects and Uses of Armina Hydrosols
All effects of the hydrosols are described based on observations and testing by us, our reviewers, and last but not least many customers. Armina offers the best price-quality ratio on the market. The uses and effects of these floral waters are so wide-ranging that everyone can find their favourite type that suits them best. Freshness and quality are noticeable immediately — just try them. All hydrosols overview here:
| Type of Hydrosol | Skin | Hair | Kitchen | Extra Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Damask Rose (Rosa damascena)  | - suitable for all skin types, especially dry, very sensitive and mature skin - replaces popular facial mists, refreshes during the day, hydrates, tones - suitable for moistening skin before applying cream or serum as part of facial masks (recommended combination with Mark scrub pink clay with vitamin C or Casa Mencarelli green Sicilian clay) | - luxurious hair tonic - facilitates combing, softens hair | - suitable for lemonades and drinks - also in preparation of various creams for desserts and cheesecakes - best combined with citrus fruits (orange, lemon, grapefruit) | - also works great as a makeup fixer - unlike similar hydrosols, it has no typical acidic undertone that bothers many |
| White Rose (Rosa alba)  | - suitable for all skin types, especially dry, sensitive and mature - replaces popular facial mists, hydrates, tones - suitable for moistening skin before applying cream or serum as part of facial masks (recommended combination with Mark scrub pink clay with vitamin C or Casa Mencarelli green Sicilian clay) | - luxurious hair tonic | - suitable for lemonades and drinks - also in preparation of various creams for desserts and cheesecakes | - an option for those who do not like the Damask rose scent; white rose is milder and smells more like herbs and flowers than classic roses |
| True Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)  | - excellent moisturizing and toning effects - suitable for sensitive and problematic skin - has regenerative and calming properties - suitable for babies | - hair tonic - works as a leave-in hair conditioner, facilitates combing | - great in summer drinks and lemonades, iced teas, etc. - also in preparation of various creams for desserts and cheesecakes | - very gentle scent, suitable even for those who do not like lavender - relieves skin itching (suitable for eczema sufferers), also good after insect bites - recommended as after-sun care for children and adults |
| True Chamomile (Matricaria recutita)  | - for dry, sensitive skin prone to irritation - suitable for babies from birth, soothes eczema, irritation, diaper rash, etc. - suitable for skin irritated by sun, after shaving | - can be used as a tonic - spray directly onto scalp if irritated or tense | - great in summer drinks and lemonades, iced teas, etc. - also suitable in combination with vanilla (vanilla and chamomile complement each other beautifully) - for flavouring herbal teas | - suitable for homemade zinc ointment preparation - soothes skin after insect bites; good for spraying small wounds, scratches, redness - suitable during the acute stage of chickenpox, relieves itching, suitable for children from birth - suitable as compress for tired eyes, burning, eye irritation - as a cold compress on swelling and redness - recommended also as after-sun care |
| Peppermint (Mentha piperita)  | - refreshes skin especially on warm days and tones - suitable as a facial mist - unisex - especially suitable for oily and combination skin | - as hair tonic - refreshes scalp skin | - great in summer drinks and lemonades, iced teas, etc. - also in preparation of various creams for desserts and cheesecakes | - if you don’t have a deodorant, mint water can replace it - can be applied to insect bites, especially chilled - replacement for traditional mouthwash in oral care |
| Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis)  | - as facial water, for skin cleansing and toning - suitable also for dry and sensitive skin, allergy sufferers and eczema patients - regenerates and soothes irritated skin - suitable for children | - can be used as tonic - spray directly onto scalp if irritated or tense | - also in the kitchen for various drinks (teas, lemonades) - has a typically herbal taste and scent - for flavouring hot tea | - in a bath or after bathing to soothe the skin - suitable for skin irritation and redness |
| Common Juniper (Juniperus communis)  | - especially suitable for oily, combination skin prone to acne - effectively tightens pores | - can be used as tonic | - good combination with meat dishes and various sauces - great in summer drinks and lemonades, iced teas, etc. | - recommended also for men as an aftershave alternative - helps with congestion and mucous buildup during colds (also suitable for children) |
Geranium macrorrhizum (Bigroot Geranium) | - combination, oily and mature skin - intensely cleanses and detoxifies - astringent / tightening effects on skin, helps heal and regenerate inflammations and irritations | - can be used as tonic | - lemonades or drinks, has rather a bitter herbal taste - creates a unique combo with bitter alcoholic drinks | - unisex, suitable also for men for skin toning or after shaving - has a universal herbal fragrance - aromatherapy: balances hormonal imbalance |
| Smoke Tree/Hairy Sumac (Cotinus coggygria)  | - as facial water, for skin cleansing and toning - also very suitable for dry and sensitive skin, allergy sufferers and eczema patients - regenerates and soothes irritated skin | - can be used as tonic - spray directly onto scalp if irritated or tense | - lemonades or drinks, has rather a bitter herbal taste - creates a unique combo with bitter alcoholic drinks, has mild smoky undertones | - suitable for application on postpartum wounds and scars - suitable for inflammations and itching in intimate areas - replacement for mouthwash especially for very sensitive gums and mucous membranes |
And what has worked best for you when using hydrosols? Let us know and share further tips and tricks. The possibilities are endless, and a genuine hydrosol is a universal cosmetic but also food product you will definitely use at home.