Geranium Hydrosol

INCI Name: Pelargonium graveolens water

Geranium hydrosol is the aromatic water obtained during steam distillation of Pelargonium graveolens. It’s gentler than the essential oil and widely used in skincare, haircare, and aromatherapy.

Key Benefits

For skin

• Balances sebum → suitable for oily, dry, combination & acne-prone skin
• Mild astringent → tightens pores and refines skin texture
• Soothing & anti-inflammatory → helps calm redness, irritation, eczema-prone skin
• Supports skin regeneration and healthy glow
• Light antimicrobial activity → useful in acne and minor breakouts

For hair & scalp

• Helps balance oily or dry scalp
• Calms scalp irritation and itching
• Adds freshness and shine when used as a hair mist

Aromatherapeutic effects

• Floral, rosy scent
• Mood-balancing, stress-relieving, emotionally uplifting

Common Uses in Formulation

• Facial toner (direct use)
• Mist/spray (face, body, hair)
• Water phase in creams, lotions, serums
• After-shave or post-wax calming spray
• Clay masks (replace plain water)

Typical Usage Levels

• Up to 100% as a toner or mist
• 10–80% in the water phase of emulsions and gels

Simple DIY Ideas

• Balancing Facial Toner
• Geranium hydrosol – 95%
• Glycerin – 3%
• Niacinamide – 2%
  (Preserve if not freshly made)

Scalp Refresh Spray

• Geranium hydrosol – 70%
• Witch hazel hydrosol – 30%
• Panthenol – 1–2%