The flowers of the bitter orange tree, the most delicate parts of this tree, give off very fine aromas. These make it possible to obtain the very precious Neroli essential oil. From this distillation, we also obtain Orange Blossom hydrosol, which is much more flexible to use. Widely used in oriental pastries, it also helps calm anxiety or hyperactivity, especially in babies. Latin name: Citrus × aurantium L. ssp amara. Distilled part: flowers
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like all products from bitter orange, the hydrosol is particularly soothing. It is therefore ideal for combating stress, anxiety, depression or in the event of emotional shock. Due to its great softness, it is ideal for restless children and babies as well as stressed animals.
nervous rebalancing :
orange Blossom hydrosol will relax both mentally and physically. It will thus be able to fight against insomnia or calm hyperactivity. It brings the body a breath of serenity.
soothing, skin rebalancing :
in tonic lotion, Orange Blossom hydrosol is a balancer of pH and skin flora, suitable for all skin types. It will restore radiance to dull skin.
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From 3 months.
From 3 months. Add a tablespoon of the following mixture to 1 L of water and drink the liter during the day, 3 weeks a month.
Source: Zahalka, JP (2017). Complete dictionary of hydrosols and floral waters. Dolphin.
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For adults and adolescents. Orally, 1 tablespoon in 1 L of water to drink during the day for around twenty days.
For adults and adolescents. Orally, add 3 tablespoons of the following mixture in 1 L of water to drink during the day. Renew for 25 days with stopping for 5 days.
In addition, it is possible to spray the mouth with pure Cistus hydrosol each time a desire arises.
Source: Sommerard, JC, & Dalmas, P. (2012). Guide to floral waters and hydrosols. Medici.
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From 3 years old. Orally :
From 3 years old. Orally, in the days following the emotional shock, drink during the day, in a liter of water:
When the shock wears off, switch to 2 tablespoons of each hydrosol for 10 days, then finish with 1 tablespoon of each for another 10 days.
Source: Sommerard, JC, & Dalmas, P. (2012). Guide to floral waters and hydrosols. Medici.
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From 3 months.
From 3 years. Orally, in case of depression and mild depression, in support of conventional medical treatment, drink twice a day in a glass of water:
Source: Falcon M. (2018). Treatise on scientific and medical aromatherapy: hydrosols. Blood of the Earth.
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From 3 months.
From 3 months. Orally, make the following mixture in a glass of lukewarm water after dinner or before bed:
Source: Falcon M. (2018). Treatise on scientific and medical aromatherapy: hydrosols. Blood of the Earth.
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From 3 months. Orally, add 1 teaspoon to a glass of lukewarm water to drink before bedtime.
From 3 months. Orally, mix with a cup of lukewarm infusion, at the end of the evening meal or before bed:
Source: Falcon M. (2018). Treatise on scientific and medical aromatherapy: hydrosols. Blood of the Earth.
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For adults and adolescents, under medical supervision. Orally, dilute 1 teaspoon in a glass of water to drink 2 to 3 times a day.
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For pregnant women. Orally, 1 teaspoon of Orange Blossom hydrosol in a glass of pure water, to drink twice a day.
For pregnant women. Orally, drink 2 times a day in a glass of water:
Source: Falcon M. (2018). Treatise on scientific and medical aromatherapy: hydrosols. Blood of the Earth.
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From 3 months. Through the skin, sprayed on the entire face, or on the affected area.
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Publication: Edris, A. (2009). Identification and Absolute Quantification of the Major Water-Soluble Aroma Components Isolated from the Hydrosols of Some Aromatic Plants. Journal Of Essential Oil Bearing Plants, 12(2), 155-161. doi:10.1080/0972060x.2009.10643705
Work : Faucon, M., & Canac, P. (2018). Treatise on scientific and medical aromatherapy, hydrosols (1st ed.). Paris: Ed. Blood of the Earth.
Work : Dalmas, P. (2012). Guide to floral waters and hydrosols. Paris: Ed. Medici.