Recipe
Lavender flower water (hydrosol)
- Herb:
- English lavender Lavandula angustifolia
- Method:
- Hydrosol (hydrolat)
- Plant part:
- Flower
About 20 minAdvancedRecipe science profile
Procedure
- Hydrosol is the water fraction from lavender distillation — usually stabilised by the producer.
- Home preparation needs a still and hygienic storage; otherwise buy hydrosol directly.
- Store refrigerated; patch-test for cosmetic use.
Extraction
- Herb:
- proportions according to the recipe steps on the card
- Solvent:
- medium composition (water, alcohol, oil, honey…) see the individual steps
- Shelf life:
- after preparation, store hygienically and according to the type of product (cool conditions, light, alcohol)
- Target compounds:
- indicative home extraction — the profile depends on temperature, cutting time and proportions
Why it works
Home preparation following this recipe is mainly educational and cultural; it should not be assumed to match the extractive or safety profile of registered medicines or standardized extracts. Check specific effects, drug interactions, and contraindications on the herb card and with your clinician if you use prescription drugs.
Related
English lavender — Herb card
Hydrosol (hydrolat) — Processing method detail