Hydrosols are the aromatic waters produced during steam distillation. They’ve been used for centuries across many cultures, especially in herbal medicine and skincare, long before essential oils came to the fore.

Unlike essential oils, hydrosols are much gentler. They contain the water-soluble compounds of the plant and trace amounts of essential oil, making them suitable for regular use on skin, even for sensitive types.

Historically, they’ve been used for cleansing, cooling, wound care, and as natural perfumes or face mists.

Goldenrod hydrosol is clarifying, astringent, and anti-inflammatory. This hydrosol comes from a complete steam distillation of the whole plant—meaning the water carries the full spectrum of goldenrod’s aromatic and water-soluble compounds, not just what’s left after essential oil is collected. It can be used as a facial mist to soothe irritation, oiliness, or mild breakouts. The scent is soft, honeyed and herbal; of golden fields in early fall.

All our hydrosols are distilled in-house using a traditional copper alembic still.

Comes in a 2 oz amber glass mist bottle.

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