Helichrysum hydrosol has a soft, comforting fragrance.
Warm, herbaceous, slightly sweet.
Hints of honey, straw, and Mediterranean wildflowers.
Gentle and soothing, never overpowering.
Its aroma is calming and grounding, making it ideal for aromatherapy and emotional balance.
Skin Benefits
Helichrysum italicum is renowned for its remarkable ability to support skin regeneration, soothe irritation, and reduce redness. In hydrosol form, it becomes a gentle and versatile skincare ally suitable for daily use.
Key skin benefits:
- 1. Reduces Redness & Sensitivity
Its natural anti-inflammatory esters help calm reactive, flushed, or irritated skin.
- 2. Supports Healing & Regeneration
Traditionally used to help improve the appearance of scars, blemishes, minor burns, and post-sun exposure.
- 3. Balances Problematic Skin
Helps purify congestion, ease breakouts, and restore clarity without drying the skin.
- 4. Deep Hydration & Tonifying
Acts as a botanical toner that restores the skin’s natural pH and leaves it refreshed, supple, and luminous.
- 5. Anti-Aging Support
Helichrysum’s reputation as “Immortelle” comes from its ability to soften the appearance of fine lines and encourage a youthful complexion.
Safe for dry, mature, oily, sensitive, and acne-prone skin.
Aromatherapy & Emotional Uses
Helichrysum hydrosol is prized for its grounding and emotionally stabilizing qualities. It is commonly used to:
Release emotional tension
Soothe overwhelm or irritability
Promote calm, centered breathing
Support meditation and relaxation
Its subtle aroma blends beautifully with rose, lavender, chamomile, frankincense, and cistus hydrosols.
How to Use
Facial toner: Mist directly onto clean skin, morning and evening
Soothing compress: Apply to irritated or sun-exposed areas
Hair mist: Hydrates scalp and nourishes dry or damaged hair
Aromatherapy spray: Calms the mind and refreshes the environment
Aftershave or postpartum care: Gentle, cooling, and restorative