Lavender is a universal healer for your mind, body, and spirit. This Layered Lavender Flower Water is relaxing and balancing for the skin, and it makes a fantastic toner for all skin types, especially oily and combination skin. You can also add it to your bath water for a tranquil soak or put it in a spray bottle and spritz to cool down on a hot day. A little spritz of lavender water can help ease a hot flash, soothe a sunburn, or calm itchy skin, or you can use it as a linen spray right before climbing into bed for a calming drift off into dreamland.
YIELDS: 16 ounces
2 cups distilled water
1⁄2 cup dried lavender flowers or 1 cup fresh flowers (stems removed)
1⁄4 cup witch hazel
60 drops lavender essential oil
What you will need: glass or enamel pot, strainer (cheesecloth or tea strainer), funnel jar or bottle with sprayer top (optional) to hold 16 ounces
- To Make: Boil the water and pour over the lavender flowers. Steep for 20–30 minutes. While the lavender is brewing, put the witch hazel into your storage container and add essential oil. When the lavender brew is ready, strain it into the bottle. Place the cap on and shake well to blend the ingredients.
- To Store: Store bottle in your refrigerator for up to 6 months.
- To Use: Shake well before each use. Use as a facial toner or as an aromatic body, hair, linen, or room spray.
