Lavender Flower Water
Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Water (CAS #90063-37-9) is an aqueous solution of the steam distillate obtained from the flowers of lavender (Lavandula angustifolia, Labiatae). It is essentially a highly diluted version of lavender essential oil, containing the same components but at much-reduced concentrations. Its official CosIng function is listed solely as skin conditioning.
According to manufacturer claims, it is traditionally used as bath or wash water and may be beneficial for acne-prone or oily skin due to lavender's antibacterial properties. Being a diluted form of lavender essential oil, its effects — both beneficial and adverse — are considered less pronounced than the undiluted oil.
The source notes that lavender essential oil contains fragrant components and research suggests it may be cytotoxic even at low concentrations; the same caution is extended to lavender flower water. While the diluted form poses less risk, the source advises caution and questions whether the potential side effects are worth the benefit.
