Essentially Natural Buchu Hydrosol
Essentially Natural Buchu Hydrosol
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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.
Key properties
- 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
What it’s used for
- 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
Who it’s 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
- Customers who prefer preservative-free hydrosols
- Anyone sensitive to sodium benzoate
- Use on broken skin without patch testing
This product is suitable for:
This product is not for:
How to use
- 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.
Safety instructions
- 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
Faqs
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.
For Your Safety
This natural product is for external use only. Please exercise caution and do not ingest or take internally. Store away from children, animals, sunlight and heat. If pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult with your medical care-giver before use.

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