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Essentially Natural Buchu Hydrosol

Essentially Natural Buchu Hydrosol

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INCI: Agathosma betulina leaf water, Sodium benzoate

Essentially Natural Buchu Hydrosol is a steam-distilled botanical water made from the leaves of Agathosma betulina. It has a fresh, herbaceous scent and is commonly used as a facial toner, body mist, and as a water phase ingredient in DIY skincare. This hydrosol is preserved with sodium benzoate to support stability during use. It is grown in South Africa and offers a simple, refreshing way to add buchu to water-based routines.

This product is certified: Vegan and Beauty Without Cruelty.

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  • Botanical Name: Agathosma betulina
  • Type: Hydrosol, water-based distillate
  • Aroma: Herbaceous, fresh
  • Preservative: 0.5% Sodium Benzoate
  • Packaging Note: 50ml and 100ml ship with a fast-flow dropper cap and a separate atomizer
  • Size Options: 50ml, 100ml, 200ml, 500ml or 1L
  • Facial toner or mist for fresh, balanced-feeling skin
  • Body spritzers and underarm refresh routines
  • Water phase substitute in DIY formulations
  • Add-in for facial cleansers, sprays, and masks

    This product is suitable for:

  • Oily or blemish-prone skincare routines wanting a gentle hydrosol step
  • Makers formulating mists, toners, gels, and water-based products
  • Anyone wanting a locally grown botanical water for daily use
  • This product is not for:

  • Customers who prefer preservative-free hydrosols
  • Anyone sensitive to sodium benzoate
  • Use on broken skin without patch testing
  • As a Facial Toner: Apply to clean skin with a cotton pad or mist directly, then follow with moisturiser.
  • As a Body Mist: Spritz onto skin as needed for a fresh feel.
  • As a Formulating Water: Use as part of the water phase in DIY formulas, then preserve the final product appropriately.
  • Processing Tip: Keep spray tops and caps clean and avoid touching the bottle opening to help maintain freshness.
  • For external use only
  • Patch test before first use and discontinue if irritation occurs
  • Avoid contact with eyes
  • Store tightly sealed away from heat and sunlight
  • Keep out of reach of children and pets
  • If pregnant or breastfeeding, seek professional advice before use

Q: Is a hydrosol the same as an essential oil?
A: No, hydrosols are water-based and much gentler than essential oils.

Q: Can I use this as the water in a DIY cream?
A: Yes, but any final water-containing product should be preserved and stability tested.

Q: Why does it include a preservative?
A: Hydrosols are water-based and a preservative helps support stability during normal use.

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Produced in South Africa
Natural Origin
Vegan
Cruelty-Free

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