Natural Hydrolats - CANTUESO

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Hydrolats are a new line of CANTUESO products. We have 8 varieties available: Basil, Laurel, Mastic, Alhucema/Espliego, Marjoram/Almoradux, Red Thyme/Salsero, Rosemary and Arrayan/Myrtle.

The term 'hydrolat' comes from the prefix 'hydro' (water) and 'delato' (lactic) due to its milky appearance in the first minutes of distillation.

In the distillation process, the plants are exposed to steam, extracting from this gaseous stage the volatile essences. On cooling, this water vapor impregnated with plant molecules will produce two different products: the essential oil and the hydrolat, i.e. water impregnated with aromatic molecules.

Hydrolats contain hydrosols. During distillation, new molecules emerge, such as aromatic molecules, which have many properties derived from plants that have moisturizing, toning, regenerating, refreshing, oxygenating and firming properties, as well as regulating the skin's sebaceous production.

The term 'floral water' used in colloquial language is a bit imprecise because the distillation of the hydrate does not only include the flowers but also parts of the plant, leaves, root or bark. Nor is it appropriate to call them 'aromatic waters' being solutions of essences mixed with water and in some cases with alcohol. Hydrolats are not the same as infusions or macerations, as their active ingredients are different.

RECOMMENDATIONS

They should be protected from direct light and stored at room temperature, not refrigerated or exposed to heat sources.
Once opened, it is recommended to keep away from heat and light, in summer store in the refrigerator. Consume before 6 months.
Buy it in small quantities to better preserve its properties and freshness.
Hydrolats have hardly any contraindications and are integrated in many therapies, such as Ayurveda and Chinese medicine.

Vademecum

For more information about this vademecum or about our line of natural hydrolats, please contact us at the following e-mail address: hidrolatos@cantuesoseeds.com

Ocymum basilicum
BASIL

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Hydrolate obtained by distillation of the aerial parts of the cultivated basil plant.

Basil, originally from India, is considered a sacred herb and the name basil comes from Greek and Latin terminology. In ancient Greece, this garden plant was baptized basilicum which means 'wren' because of the subtlety of its aroma, which makes it a condiment worthy of royalty. On the other hand, in Latin, the adverb ocius was chosen, that is to say, faster because it grows in a dazzling way.

Basil is very appreciated in gastronomy and very frequent to see in European gardens, especially in Italian cuisine.

Place of origin: Córdoba, Spain
Color: transparent
Smell: herbal
Contains no preservatives
Soluble in water and alcohol, insoluble in solvents

PROPERTIES

Tonic for dull hair
Toning dull and tired skin
Natural mosquito repellent
It is characterized for being a powerful antioxidant

Energy indications

Susceptibility, lack of confidence
Inability to digest emotions
Inability to know what you want
Blocked solar plexus

Laurus nobilis
LAUREL

See in StoreThe laurel, symbol of victory and immortality, associated with Apollo as it crowned the heads of heroes. It appeared in the military triumphs of Caesar and later on the diplomas of studies.Laurel has volatile active components, such as pinene, linalool, geraniol, sabinene, limonene and others.

Place of origin: Córdoba (Sierra Morena)
Color: transparent
Smell: herbal
Contains no preservatives
Soluble in water and alcohol, insoluble in solvents

PROPERTIES

Carminative and intestinal purifying
Anti-inflammatory and skin astringent.
Hair tonic
Purifies combination and gauzy skins
Hair loss and dandruff

Energy indications

Tendency to compromise for fear of rejection
Repeated throat infections due to what we keep silent about
Neck and trapezius pain when we can't refuse to do a favor
Lack of honesty with oneself and others
Difficulty expressing frustrations and emotions
Fifth chakra blocked

Pistacea lentiscus
LENTISCO

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Mastic is a shrub whose branches, when cut, give off a resinous aromatic odor. Its name Pistacia was given by the Romans to the pistachio tree, brought to Rome from Syria. Its main use is the aromatic resin, called mastic. This resin was used since the time of the Pharaohs in funeral rituals.

Place of origin: Córdoba (Sierra Morena)
Color: transparent
Smell: herbal
Contains no preservatives
Soluble in water and alcohol, insoluble in solvent.

PROPERTIES

Couperose, Acne, Facial edema, Sensitive skin, Seboregulator, Seboregulator
In elaborations such as clay wraps and as a facial tonic.
Indicated at a transpersonal level in emotional stagnation.

Lavandula latifolia
LAVENDER, LAVENDER, LAVENDER

See in StoreFrom the Latin term lavender, which serves both for physical and psychic washes. Coming from Persia in very ancient times and cultivated since the beginning of the century for the perfume industry, the lavender is a shrub and all of it gives off a very pleasant perfume. This species is native to the west of the Mediterranean basin.

Place of origin: Sierra de Baza (Granada)
Color: transparent
Smell: floral
Contains no preservatives
Soluble in water and alcohol, insoluble in solvents

PROPERTIES

Facial Toner, Soothing, Toning, Tonic
Soothing
Hypotensive
Anti-stress purifier
Refreshing

Cosmetic indications

Couperosis
Irritated skin

Energy indications

Nervousness and mental agitation
Anger and aggressiveness. Need for power
Pressure at work.
Arrogance.
Impatience
Crown chakra blocked

General informationWhen the air is dry and the mucous membranes can become dehydrated, they can be refreshed and moisturized with lavender hydrolat, spraying several times a day on the face and arms.Bad breath, heartburn and headaches due to hepatic congestion can be relieved with lavender hydrolat.Spraying it on the pillow before going to sleep, in addition to naturally perfume our room, induces sleep.

Thymus mastichina
MARJORAM, ALMORADUX

See in StoreMarjoram, also called amaraco or almoradux, is an aromatic, culinary and medicinal plant native to North Africa, famous for centuries for its great anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties and used by the Greeks to alleviate digestive disorders.

Place of origin: Sierra Morena (Córdoba)
Color: transparent
Smell: fresh herbal
Contains no preservatives
Soluble in water and alcohol, insoluble in solvent.

General informationThose who do not know how to enjoy the moment, who take refuge in their world and therefore develop a distant activity, can use this hydrolat by spraying it in the environment together with a drop of essential oil in the area of the heart and in the sunken part of the arm opposite the elbow.PROPERTIES

Ideal for eliminating pimples in combination or oily skin.
Helps prevent infections and disinfects naturally.
Lowers inflammation.
Regulates fat production.
Refreshing after sunbathing.
Natural deodorant.
Facial cleanser.
It can be massaged directly on the skin for muscular pains.

Therapeutic properties

Antispasmodic, analgesic, sedative and pain reliever.
Hypotensive and vasodilator
Bactericide and fungicide
Neurotonic
Helps to better manage energy reserves

Energy indications

Anxiety, anguish, fear, irritability, agitation, and nervousness.
Inflexibility
Hyperactivity
Cold and distant attitude
People who always live the same experiences and do not learn from them.
Difficulty to enjoy the moment

Thymus zygis
RED THYME, SAUTÉED

See in StoreThe Greek term 'thimus' means courage. In ancient Greece, warriors wore a thyme wreath to fight the enemy bravely. In the Crusades, soldiers tied their backs with ribbons entwined with thyme sprigs.Thyme is an aromatic herb very appreciated in the kitchen, it has been used as a medicinal plant since ancient times. The Greeks used it to heal wounds, the Egyptians used it in embalming.

Place of origin: Sierra Morena (Córdoba)
Color: transparent
Smell: fresh herbal
Contains no preservatives
Soluble in water and alcohol, insoluble in solvents

General informationA warm compress of rockrose and thyme hydrolat purifies and dilates the pores before applying a beauty mask.In case of immune weakness, a 40-day cure with thyme hydrolat can be done to strengthen the immune system, at the rate of a small teaspoon in a glass of water in the morning.PROPERTIES

Facial toner
For oily skin.
Antiseptic
Antioxidant
Revitalizing.
Gives shine to hair
As an insect repellent
Ideal for creams
Masks and poultices.

Cosmetic indications

Acne
Dermatitis
Delicate skin

Energy indications

Dispersion and instability
Inability to regenerate
Conflict with self and issues
Difficulty in making decisions
Fear of the future

Salvia rosmarinus
ROSEMARY

See in StoreRosemary usually grows on the Mediterranean slope and in abundance along the seashore. It was known as Rose of the seas by the Latins. In ancient times, it symbolized ancestral memory and in the 14th century it became the main component of the Queen of Hungary's eau de toilette, being known as the ancestor of eau de cologne.Native to the Mediterranean coast, it is a shrub with very aromatic persistent leaves and small blue flowers that occupies an important place in gastronomy.

Place of origin: Sierra Morena (Córdoba)
Color: transparent
Smell: fresh herbal
Contains no preservatives
Soluble in water and alcohol, insoluble in solvents

General informationPutting a little Rosemary hydrolat in the bath is comforting, relaxing and revitalizing.PROPERTIES

Ideal as a tonic for combination and/or oily acne-prone skin.
It is regulating, purifying and rebalancing.
For skin with acne
To clean the skin
Metabolism and energy activator

Therapeutic cosmetic indications

Antiseptic for combination and acne-prone skins
Hair loss, dandruff and greasy hair

Energy indications

Difficulty in memorizing and lack of concentration
Constant sensation of cold
Critical pessimistic attitude and mistrust
Mental inflexibility

Myrtus communis
ARRAYAN, MIRTO

See in StoreIts name comes from the Greek myrtos, from myron (perfume) from the Roman murtus, paired with the Greek myrra: myrrh for its aroma. From the leaves, bark and fruits, the "water of the angels" is made. One of the most interesting uses of this "angelic" water is as a facial tonic.

Place of origin: Sierra Morena (Córdoba)
Color: transparent
Smell: fresh herbal
Contains no preservatives
Soluble in water and alcohol, insoluble in solvents

PROPERTIES

Excellent tonic
Skin regenerator
Prevents the appearance of wrinkles
Hair tonic
As a deodorant

NOTE

The information we provide on this site is for informational purposes only. It cannot be considered medical information and will not engage our legal responsibility. You should consult a physician or health care professional for specific and appropriate treatment.

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