What it is
Helichrysum Italicum Flower Water is the aqueous distillate obtained when immortelle flowers are processed, carrying dilute aromatic and water-soluble plant constituents. In cosmetics it is used as a botanical water-phase ingredient that contributes a conditioning, lightly aromatic character. In a sunscreen it functions as part of the aqueous base rather than as a UV filter.
Safety & warnings
As an aromatic floral distillate it carries naturally occurring volatile constituents that can contribute fragrance and be a potential source of sensitivity in predisposed individuals; Helichrysum is in the Asteraceae (daisy) family, so those sensitive to related plants should be aware. Being water-based, the finished-product preservative system also matters.
Origin & sourcing
Natural; the aqueous distillate (hydrosol) derived from Helichrysum italicum flowers.
Questions everyone asks
What is immortelle flower water?
It is the aromatic water or hydrosol distilled from Helichrysum italicum flowers, used as a conditioning, lightly scented water-phase ingredient.
Can it cause sensitivity?
It contains naturally occurring aromatic constituents that can be a source of sensitivity for some people, particularly those reactive to daisy-family plants.