Organic Rosewater Facial Mist
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| Ingredient name | what-it-does | irr., com. | ID-Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Organic Rosa Damascena (Rose) Flower Water | |||
| Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate | antimicrobial/antibacterial, preservative |
Sky Organics Organic Rosewater Facial MistIngredients explained
The flower water coming from the flowers of the Damask Rose. In general, flower waters (also called hydrosols) are diluted versions of essential oils coming from the same plant. They contain the same components but in much-reduced concentrations.
Similar to its big sister, rose oil, rose water also has a lovely, relaxing scent. It contains some antioxidant and antimicrobial compounds, as well as some fragrant components.
If your skin is super sensitive, it is a good idea to choose products without fragrant floral waters.
It's an alternative, natural preservative that comes from radishes fermented with Leuconostoc kimchii, a lactic acid bacteria that has been used to make traditional Korean dish, kimchi. During the fermentation process, a peptide is secreted from the bacteria that has significant antimicrobial properties.
It is one of the more promising natural preservatives that can be used even alone (recommended at 2-4%), but it's not as effective as more common alternatives, like parabens or phenoxyethanol.
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| what‑it‑does | antimicrobial/antibacterial | preservative |