Description

Pelargonium Graveolens Flower/Leaf/Stem Water is a hydrosol, or floral water, derived from the steam distillation of the flowers, leaves, and stems of the Pelargonium graveolens plant, commonly known as Geranium. This water captures the aromatic and beneficial properties of the plant in a water-based form. It is used in cosmetics and personal care products for its soothing, hydrating, and refreshing effects.

Chemical Composition and Structure:
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower/Leaf/Stem Water contains water-soluble components, including:

Essential Oil Constituents: Though in lower concentrations compared to the essential oil, it retains compounds such as geraniol, citronellol, and linalool, which provide the characteristic floral and green aroma and some therapeutic benefits.
Flavonoids: These compounds offer antioxidant protection, helping to protect the skin from oxidative stress and environmental damage.
Tannins: Present in smaller quantities, these provide mild astringent properties, which can help to tone and firm the skin.
Phenolic Compounds: Contribute to the water’s antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.

The hydrosol is less concentrated than the essential oil but still beneficial for cosmetic applications.

Physical Properties:

Appearance: Typically a clear or slightly cloudy liquid.
Odor: Features a fresh, green, and slightly floral scent characteristic of the geranium plant.
Solubility: Completely soluble in water, making it easy to incorporate into aqueous formulations.

Production Process:

Harvesting: The flowers, leaves, and stems of Pelargonium graveolens are collected.
Steam Distillation: The plant parts are subjected to steam distillation, where steam extracts essential oils and other water-soluble components.
Condensation: The steam is condensed back into liquid form, separating the essential oil from the floral water.
Collection: The floral water is collected and filtered to ensure clarity and purity.
Formulation: The hydrosol is incorporated into various cosmetic and personal care products.

Applications:

Cosmetics: Used in skincare products for its hydrating and refreshing properties.
Skincare: Beneficial for soothing and hydrating the skin, and providing a light, pleasant fragrance.
Haircare: Can be included in hair care products to enhance scalp health and impart a subtle, natural scent.

Environmental and Safety Considerations:

Environmental Impact: The production of Pelargonium Graveolens Flower/Leaf/Stem Water generally has a minimal environmental impact. Sustainable harvesting and distillation practices are recommended to further reduce environmental effects.
Safety: This ingredient is generally considered safe for use in cosmetics and personal care products when used as directed. It is well-tolerated by most skin types, but people allergic to plants of the Geraniaceae family or with very sensitive skin should be cautious.

INCI:


Perfuming. Unlike fragrance, which can also contain slightly less pleasant or characteristic odours, the term perfume indicates only very pleasant fragrances. Used for perfumes and aromatic raw materials.

Fragrance. It plays a very important role in the formulation of cosmetic products as it provides the possibility of enhancing, masking or adding fragrance to the final product, increasing its marketability. It is able to create a perceptible pleasant odour, masking a bad smell. The consumer always expects to find a pleasant or distinctive scent in a cosmetic product.
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CAS: 90082-51-2 EC number 290-140-0