Speaking of hydrosols: Re:Making essential oils

[Guest guest]

I've used my distillates in lotions from 100% of the water phase to 10% total.

Be sure to check the pH of your lotion too. If you normally use citric acid to

lower the pH you may not need to when using a distillate as they are slightly

acidic.

And yes, I think its just personal preference.

It is fine to use a distillate directly on the skin. I put mine in spray bottles

and mist it. I'm thinking lemon balm too might be good for rosacea. Let us know

what works.

German and Roman chamomile have alot in common, although I'm' not sure about

rosacea specifically.

Cindy Jones

http://www.sagescript.com

Microbiology, Herbal Distillates, Botanical Skin Care

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> This is not exactly the same topic, but I was wondering how much " hydrosol "

should be used in body lotion recipes? Half of the water? I just purchased some

very strong hydrosols and want to try them out. Or is it all just basically

personal preference, nose test, etc?

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> One more: I read that Neroli water is great for ROSACEA. I was wondering if my

brother in law can put this directly on his face for the redness, swelling and

pain? He is suffering right now and nothing seems to help. I also read that

German Chamomile is a good oil to use on this skin disorder, but is regular

chamomile ok or chamomile extract good to add to a face crème for him? I have

these two, but not the German.

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[Guest guest]

Thanks! How do I check the PH, just use a dip stick from the pharmacy? Test it

after it is a lotion or in the water phase?