A useful hydrolat
"Lovely light rose aroma. Fast delivery and well packaged. Happy to recommend."
SKU: 83225
Organic Rose Hydrolat
COSMOS Approved
Humectant
Skin Conditioning
Floral
£5.20 GBP
£5.20
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100ml
Steam-distilled from organic Damask rose petals.
True-to-garden fresh rose fragrance.
Water-soluble and heat-stable for formulations.
Acts as a humectant to moisturise skin.
Perfect for facial mists, toners and hair.
Organic Rose Hydrolat
£5.20 GBP
£5.20
/
100ml
Minimum Shelf life:
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Product Benefits
- Provides a dewy, refreshing boost of hydration to the skin
- Helps leave skin feeling soft, smooth, and naturally cared for
- Gentle and suitable for sensitive, dry, mature, and combination skin types
- Can be used for a balancing facial mist to use after cleansing or throughout the day
- 100% pure steam distillate with no added alcohol or synthetic fragrance
- Distilled from organic rose petals and suitable for vegan formulations
- Can be used in the water phase of creams, lotions, and gels
- Adds a delicate, naturally floral aroma to formulations without heaviness
- Ideal as a hair mist or rinse to help soften and hydrate dry strands
- Complements both minimal routines and more layered skincare rituals
- Vegan, cruelty-free, organic certified petals.
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Heat-stable for Stage 2 water phase in creams and lotions.
Product Description
Organic Rose Hydrolat is the fragrant water collected during the steam distillation of Rosa damascena petals—the same process that produces rose otto essential oil. This natural product is made through traditional double distillation, resulting in a quality product.
While essential oil is < 0.03% of the distillate, the remaining aromatic condensate—our hydrolat—is a treasure in its own right. This rose floral water stands out for its purity and sensory profile, making it a unique product with intense flowery scent and meadow aroma. This colourless liquid has the crisp, honey-fresh scent of a sunrise rose garden, a sensorial lift that combines nostalgia with science-backed skin conditioning.
Because the petals are processed promptly after harvest, volatile terpenoid alcohols (like citronellol, geraniol, and nerol) remain intact, giving the hydrolat its bloom-to-bottle authenticity.
No preservatives are added at source; the hydrolat arrives unadulterated so formulators can choose their preservation strategy.
Heritage of the Damask Rose (A Bloom with a Story)
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Ancient Persia – Earliest written references describe rose water as a luxury facial splash for royalty.
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Ottoman Courts – Rose fountains cooled palace courtyards; hydrosols perfumed linens.
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Victorian Europe – Apothecaries praised rose water for “comforting the complexion.”
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Modern Dermatology – Recognises rose plant waters for their mild yet effective skin-conditioning benefits.
Each bottle we ship continues this tradition of gentle luxury – now aligned with 21st-century clean-beauty standards.
Distillation & Purity (How It’s Made)
Petal Harvest
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Roses are hand-picked at dawn when volatile compounds peak.
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Only healthy petals pass visual inspection to avoid off-notes.
Copper Alembic Steam Distillation
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Petals rest on perforated grids above simmering spring water.
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Low, slow heat releases floral molecules into rising steam.
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Vapour condenses in a serpentine coil, separating into essential oil micro-droplets floated on aromatic water.
Zero Additives
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No alcohol.
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No solubiliser.
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No synthetic fragrance.
This process results in a microbially clean yet preservative-free ingredient – hence strict storage guidelines (see below).
Sensory Profile (Formulator’s Notebook)
| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Crystal‑clear with the occasional pearlescent swirl from trace oil |
| Aroma | Dewy rose garden: soft, sweet, lightly green |
| pH Range | 4.0 – 5.5 (batch‑specific COA provided) |
| Specific Gravity | ≈ 1.00 @ 20 °C |
Active Compounds (Why Skin Loves It)
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Citronellol – Soothing comfort.
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Geraniol – Antioxidant support.
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Nerol – Floral/green nuance and skin conditioning.
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Trace Phenolics – Free radical scavenging (ppm level yet effective).
Skin Benefits
1. Instant Dew-Boost
Spritz Rose Hydrolat after cleansing to flood stratum corneum with lightweight moisture before actives.
2. Comfort Ritual
Aroma binds to limbic receptors; users report feeling emotionally balanced – a subtle but valuable cosmetic experience.
3. Visible Calm
Use morning-evening to reduce the look of redness associated with a depleted moisture barrier.
4. Texture Refinement
Supports hydration and pH to improve skin texture – perfect toner base.
Formulation Flexibility (Where It Shines)
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Toners & Essences – Use up to 100% for single note or blend with Neroli Hydrolat for a floral bouquet.
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Emulsion Water Phase – Replace de-ionised water with partial or full hydrolat in lotions, milks or creams.
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Sheet Masks – Saturate biodegradable masks for a spa-grade home treatment.
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After-Sun Mists – Combine with aloe juice and panthenol for vacation skin relief.
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Luxury Soaps – Replace lye water with hydrolat for natural fragrance (some volatile loss expected).
How to use it
Skin Care
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An excellent humectant to moisturise dry, mature, sensitive, and devitalised skin. Suitable for all skin types. Use in toners, serums, creams, lotions, and anti-aging products.
- It is cooling and fragrant, making it ideal to use in a facial mist's and toner's.
- The fragrance itself lends itself to high-quality expectations of any product.
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Very relaxing and is often used to create a calm mood.
Hair Care
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As a hair mist, it is excellent to moisturise the hair shaft, promote scalp health,which is the starting point for good, strong hair growth.
INCI / Ingredients
INCI Name: Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Origin: Bulgaria’s Valley of Roses – organic farms
Appearance: Colourless, clear liquid
Solubility: Water-soluble; not compatible with oil-only blends without solubiliser
Storage & Shelf Life
Refrigerate upon receipt.
Minimise air exposure: decant working amounts; keep bulk container sealed.
Use clean pipettes or pumps – never dip fingers.
If cloudiness or off-odour develops, discard.
Shelf life: 12 months unopened; 6 months once opened with good hygiene.
Always add a broad-spectrum preservative (e.g., Preservative Eco 1%) in finished formulas.
Why Buy from Aromantic?
No Middlemen Mark-Up – Competitive pricing for artisan-scale formulators. Our price reflects the premium quality and value of our rose hydrolat, one of the best floral waters sold for skincare and formulation.
UV-Protective Packaging – Amber PET / Glass protects fragile volatiles during transit.
Worldwide Shipping – Timed cold-chain options available on request.
Transparent Documentation – COA, SDS, and allergen declarations are available 24/7.
No Expert-Only Jargon – Plain-English guidance and email support.
We can sell and supply our hydrolat directly to customers, so you can buy and resell under your brand. Our floral waters are popular with cosmetic and aromatherapy customers, including customers looking for natural skincare solutions. The rose hydrolat is one of the best floral waters available and is sold as a premium ingredient for cosmetic and aromatherapy formulations. Read a review or browse reviews to learn more about the product and see what our customers have to say.
We exist to empower every maker, from kitchen crafters to indie brands, to source professional-grade botanicals with confidence.
FAQs
Does Rose Hydrolat contain the same actives as rose essential oil?
It contains micro-quantities of the same aromatic molecules but in a gentler, water-based matrix – perfect for sensitive skin.
Is it safe around the eye area?
Generally well-tolerated, but patch-test and avoid direct eye contact.
Why is there no preservative in the bottle?
So you can keep the ingredients fully versatile and additive-free. You control preservation in your final formula.
My hydrolat smells slightly grassy – normal?
Minor seasonal scent variation is expected; always check COA and your organoleptic assessment.
Can I freeze it?
Freezing can fracture volatiles; we recommend refrigeration only.
Does it interact with vitamin C serums?
It can be used as the diluent phase in water-based vitamin C (ascorbic acid) serums; monitor pH <
Click on the links below to be directed to great recipes featuring Rose Hydrolat:
Here is a link to all non-batch-specific documents for this product: Link to Technical Documents
If you have any questions about the documents or need the Certificate of Analysis (COA) for a product that you have received, please request that here.
Related Products / Pair with
Orange Blossom (Neroli) Hydrosol – Citrus-floral synergy for uplifting mists.
Hyaluronic Acid (High-Mw) – Locks in the dew boost from rose water.
Organic Glycerine – Plant-derived humectant for toners.
Rose Otto Fragrance & Essential Oil Blend – For concentrated aroma in luxury serums.
Preservative Eco – Broad-spectrum preservative suited to hydrolat bases.
Cosmetic Regulatory Status
Rose Hydrolat is listed in the EU CosIng database with functions: Fragrance, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting.
Our batch documentation supports EU, UK, and US cosmetic registration requirements, making global compliance easy.
Closing Thoughts
In a market filled with synthetic scents and suspect “rose waters”, Organic Rose Hydrolat stands out: artisan-distilled, transparently sourced and full of botanical soul.
Use it in your daily routine to boost formula performance and emotional resonance.
From a single-note facial spritz to a multi-phase cream, rose hydrolat adds a whisper of heritage romance – without straying from modern efficacy or regulatory compliance.
Choose purity. Choose versatility. Choose Rose Hydrolat from Aromantic – and let every drop bloom.
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Overall rating: 4.9761906 / 5 from 42 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
Organic Rose Hydrolat is a colorless liquid with a beautiful rose fragrance, beneficial for all skin types. It tones the skin, calms the senses, and can be used in various skincare products. It is also excellent for hair care, moisturizing the hair shaft, reducing dandruff, and increasing scalp circulation.
Summary topics
- Product Quality: 54%
- Product Quality: 24%
- Fragrance: 35%
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Review highlights
- "This is a great quality product and the smell is just lovely." —
- "The products are good quality." —
- "I have been very happy with all the products from Aromantics and this is no exception." —
Reviews
Authentic rose hydrolat
"Stunning quality. No wonder it is out of stock regularly. Love this as it really is superior quality and a dream to formulate with, so versatile."
Rose Hydrolate – Gentle, True Rose Water
"This rose hydrolate is absolutely beautiful quality. The aroma is soft, natural and true to fresh rose – not overpowering or artificial. It feels very gentle on the skin and works wonderfully as a soothing toner, facial mist, or as the water phase in formulations. I’ve used it in facial emulsions, serums and gels, especially for sensitive and mature skin, and it performs consistently well. It leaves the skin feeling calm, hydrated and refreshed, with no irritation. What I really appreciate is the purity and reliability of Aromantic ingredients, and this hydrolate is no exception. A staple ingredient for anyone formulating high-quality, skin-loving products. Highly recommended."
Gentle on the skin. Used
"Gentle on the skin. Used to make my own toner."
Great
"Smells lovely arrived promptly"
Organic Rose Hydrolat
"Fabulous quality and prompt delivery. Great service."
Absolutely beautiful, I have previously
"Absolutely beautiful, I have previously purchased from other places with mixed results, either very weak aroma or very strong fake smell, but this rose is absolutely beautiful."
Quality product
"Lovely and gentle on the skin."
Very good product
"Very good product"
Great value
"love this product. get the great aroma (and some benefits) of rose in a way that is more cost effective and allergen free."
Q&A
- Hello, I am looking to add a rose flavour to a drink I am making. I currently make and use hydrosols for this purpose in other drinks. Is this rose hydrosol safe for consumption?
- No, our Organic Rose Hydrolat is intended for cosmetic use only and is not suitable for internal consumption as we are not a food processing site.
- Hello, I am looking to add a rose flavour to a drink I am making. I currently make and use hydrosols for this purpose in other drinks. Is this rose hydrosol safe for consumption?
- No, our Organic Rose Hydrolat is intended for cosmetic use only and is not suitable for internal consumption as we are not a food processing site.
- Complete ingredient list please? expiration date, and use by once opened. thanks.
- Thank you for your enquiry. The Inci is Rosa Damascena Flower Water and the expiry date is 29/02/2024. Hydrolats are very prone to fungal contamination. Store them in the fridge if you can and never leave the tops off the bottles whilst you are working.
- I’ve received my order - a bottle of Rose Hydrolat 100 ml purchased this October, but the expiry date is Feb 2023. Do you normally send out products with such a short life? I’’m disappointed to have paid full price for an item In which I have to use up in 3 months. I would expect at least 6 months to a year!
- Thank you for contacting us. The Hydrolats and Hydrosols usually arrive with a six month shelf life. This means that it is quite common for them to be sold with a short shelf life. Floral waters are incredibly vulnerable to fungal contamination which is why they don't have a long shelf life. You can add a preservative and it will preserve the product for 12-18 months. Saliguard PCG can be used as its fully water soluble and won’t have a noticeable aroma like the preservative eco which can be used also. You can find more information about the preservatives by following the below links; https://aromantic.co.uk/collections/preservatives/products/preservative-eco https://aromantic.co.uk/collections/preservatives/products/saliguard-pcg
- How many mils per bottle
- Thank you for your enquiry. You can select the volume you require by using the drop down menu under 'Size'.
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