Rose Water Essential Hydrosol

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Posted By: Krystin   |   May 15, 2023

"Can this be added to a Lotion base? What would the recommended usage rate be? Also, should an additional preservative be used? "

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Staff Answer Hydrosols are water-based, and any time you add more water to a pre-made lotion base you risk not having enough preservative and/or you risk causing the emulsion to break. We do not recommend adding hydrosols to the lotion base, but you can certainly test. If you are making lotion from scratch, you could incorporate into the water phase of the formula.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: May 16, 2023

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Posted By: Elaine   |   February 06, 2023

"Can I use this on my hair without adding anything to it? "

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Staff Answer Yes, you can use this directly on your hair.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: February 07, 2023

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Posted By: Yve   |   July 21, 2021

"How pure are your Hydrosol products?"

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Staff Answer This is not something that can be tested, you can view the SDS or request a COA for detailed information on the makeup of the product.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: July 22, 2021

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Posted By: Christa   |   July 08, 2021

"I was told not to add any water products to melt and pour, but one person asked if you could add this to m&p and you said yes. Should I add a preservative into my base? And how much of this per pound of soap? "

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Staff Answer While we don't like to recommend it, it can be done in small amounts. If adding, we would definitely keep it under 3% as any more can affect the hardness and lather of soap.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: July 09, 2021

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Posted By: shaisa   |   June 03, 2021

"If I'm making a toning spray at 50% cortisol and 50% Distilled Water, how much potassium sorbate do I need? Can I use 100% cortisol without a preservative?"

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Staff Answer This is something you have to calculate and formulate on your own as we do not carry cortisol and we are unfamiliar with this type of formulation.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: June 04, 2021

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Posted By: Denae   |   June 02, 2021

"Can I add tee tree oil to this?"

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Staff Answer Since this is water based and the tea tree is an oil they will not mix. You would have to add a solubilizer in order to mix.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: June 03, 2021

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Posted By: MONIQUE   |   April 07, 2021

"Can this be used with Witch Hazel? If so, do I mix half and half?"

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Staff Answer Yes, it can be mixed with With Hazel. It can be mixed half and half, the proportion is up to you and your formuation.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: April 09, 2021

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Posted By: Jasmine   |   March 09, 2021

"I can use this solely on my hair without adding anything? "

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Staff Answer Yes, this can be used directly on hair as is.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: March 09, 2021

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Posted By: Kristine   |   February 13, 2021

"Is this considered as natural ingredient or product? "

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Staff Answer This product is mostly natural but it does contain a preservative that is not natural.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: February 15, 2021

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Posted By: Ollie   |   January 06, 2021

"Can I add this to your Shower Gel-Crystal Clear. If so by how much for 1 Gallon of the Shower Gel"

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Staff Answer You can add this to the shower gel but it will thin it out quite a bit. If you do add, we recommend adding a very small amount starting with 1-2%.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 07, 2021

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Posted By: Candace   |   December 19, 2020

"If I dilute this product with distilled water, do I need to add more preservative? And what is your recommendation for a water based preservative? Thank you!"

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Staff Answer This depends on how much you plan on diluting it by!

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: December 21, 2020

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Posted By: Kimuyen   |   August 14, 2020

"I am planning to make a face mist with the rose hydrosol. If I add the Lotus Flower extract or Bamboo extract, would I still need a preservative?"

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Staff Answer You should not need to add more preservative if adding extracts to this hydrosol. All three contain preservatives.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 17, 2020

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Posted By: Omune   |   July 08, 2020

"I want to create a toner using this ingredient while putting rose budes inside, what preservative should I add to keep the roses from turning thats not harmful to my customers skin "

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Staff Answer Unfortunately, the rose buds will turn brown since this is a water-based product. We do not know of anything that would prevent this.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: July 09, 2020

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Posted By: Renesha   |   July 02, 2020

"Hi making a spray using rose hydrosol as my base and my only ingredients are botanical extracts (that already have preservative), liquid proteins (that already have a preservative) and a liquid catonic quat would I still need a preservative? No oils, no additional water. "

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Staff Answer Even though each individual ingredient has a preservative, when combined, it would be best to add an additional preservative to be safe.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: July 02, 2020

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Posted By: Brooke   |   April 26, 2020

"I am confused as to what is being sold here. The description says both Rose Water AND Hydrosol. The ingredients says common name is ROSE WATER & the INSI says roda water & actually includes preservatives. Either way, it is my understanding that according to your ingredients this is surely not a hydrosol since I can't claim in in my ingredients. So why does it say Hydrosol in the description? Please correct me if I am misinformed. I am seeking true hydrosols."

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Staff Answer Our Rose Water Essential Hydrosol is steam distilled from rose petals. They are 100% pure, meaning there is no condensed water added, no blending of essential oil and water, and no infusion. Our supplier states this Rosa Damascena Hydrosol is also known as Rosewater, Rose Floral Water or Rose Distillate.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: April 28, 2020

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Posted By: Louise   |   March 30, 2020

"Can Rose Water Essential Hydrosol be added to melt and pour soap?"

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Staff Answer Yes, you can add hydrosols to MP soap. The maximum amount of additives for soap is 6%, including fragrance.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: March 30, 2020

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Posted By: Krystal   |   January 31, 2020

"What are the benefits of this product? I can't find much info online"

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Staff Answer Besides being hydrating to the skin, rose water is known for its antioxidant properties, it helps to balance skin pH and has an overall calming effect. Not to mention the wonderful rose scent.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: February 03, 2020

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Posted By: Barbara   |   January 22, 2020

"How many ounces are in the 1 lb size?"

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Staff Answer There are 16 ounces in a one pound size.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 23, 2020

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Posted By: Denise   |   January 04, 2020

"You list Rose Water Essential Hydrosol. Why is the word essential used? It indicates possibly an essential oil is added. And it also looks like a preservative is added. Are you sure your supplier is giving you real rose hydrosol and not rose water? Denise"

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Staff Answer Hydrosols are also known as essential waters, plant waters and distillates. They are the liquid byproduct of steam distilling an essential oil. They do have many of the same therapeutic benefits, but are gentler with a milder aroma than essential oils. A preservative is added to preserve the water in the product. Even though it is a byproduct of an essential oil, it is water and mold will eventually grow.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 10, 2020

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Posted By: allison   |   June 08, 2019

"Do I need to add a preservative and polysorbate if i want to add a couple drops of essential oil? Or could I just shake it before use? Thanks!"

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Staff Answer If just using for your own use, that would be your decision. If making to sell, we would recommend using polysorbate. The hydrosol does contain a preservative.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: June 10, 2019

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Posted By: Shanyce   |   April 26, 2019

"Can rose petals and other additives be added to this if I want to use it as is?"

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Staff Answer Rose petals will probably turn brown in this water based product. Other additives will need to be tested to see what the results would be.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: April 29, 2019

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Posted By: Crystal   |   March 17, 2019

"What’s the formulation for adding to any butter? Shea or murmuru? I don’t have a water phase in my butter process, would this still work?"

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Staff Answer You are going to have to test this. You are adding a water-soluble product into an oil-based product. They will more than likely separate. You may need to add some type of emulsifier, such as Polysorbate 80, if you want to mix these two together.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: March 18, 2019

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Posted By: Brandy   |   September 15, 2018

"Can vitamin E be added?"

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Staff Answer Vitamin E is not water soluble and will not mix into the hydrosol.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: September 17, 2018

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Posted By: Diana   |   September 08, 2018

"You can use rose water only for the face without any additional product"

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Staff Answer Yes, hydrosols can be used directly on the skin.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: September 10, 2018

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Posted By: Diana   |   September 04, 2018

"I bought this product and I love it now I would like to know if I can mix it with MCT to make a facial tonic Or facial cleanser in how much can be achieved from each one and I need a preservative I appreciate your opinion very much"

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Staff Answer You might take a look at some of our facial toner and cleansing recipes for ideas for your own recipe:http://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/handmade101/how-to-make-recipes/face-washes.aspx

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: September 05, 2018

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Posted By: CAMILLE   |   July 07, 2018

"Do you add any preservatives to your rose water hydrosol? I have skin that is sensitive to some preservatives and have found some products (not from you) that for some reason or another don't or aren't required to list the preservative they use so now I ask everyone."

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Staff Answer We do not make this product but are the distributor. The manufacturer does not have to report incidental preservatives. I am assuming since it is a hydrosol they need some sort of preservative system so it won't mold. They are not required to report it though.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: July 08, 2018

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Posted By: Kerry   |   May 27, 2018

"What is the color of this rose water ?"

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Staff Answer This hydrosol is clear in color.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: May 29, 2018

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Posted By: Dianna   |   May 02, 2018

"If adding this Hydrosol to Aloe Vera Gel will I need a preservative?"

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Staff Answer We would recommend adding additional preservative if adding more than 3% hydrosol.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: May 03, 2018

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Posted By: Amy   |   April 10, 2018

"If using this hydroxyl for room spray recipe application,is it necessary to use a preservative?if so,is it best use one that is water soluble?"

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Staff Answer If mixing this hydrosol in a water formula, you should add a water soluble preservative to the recipe.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: April 12, 2018

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Posted By: Felicia   |   December 27, 2015

"If I add vegetable glycerin and castile soap to this hydrosol for a facial cleanser, do I need a preservative in my product?"

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Staff Answer Hi Felicia, if your formula uses glycerin or other glycols, you will not need preservatives. You could always add one if you wanted to.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 22, 2016

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Posted By: Nicole   |   August 26, 2015

"I am looking to use this as a facial toner without adding anything else to it. Do I need a preservative or can I just bottle it and use it as is?"

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Staff Answer Our hydrosols do not require the use of a preservative unless water is being introduces. Therefore if you are using them alone you do not need to add a preservative.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 27, 2015

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Posted By: Melissa   |   May 04, 2014

"How do I make a facial mist with this product? "

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Staff Answer Here is a recipe from our library for a mens facial spray. You can use this recipe as reference to help you create your own formula. http://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/RecipeDetail.aspx?RecipeID=471

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: May 05, 2014

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Posted By: Gingham St.   |   January 10, 2014

"If replacing water with a hydrosol for lotion etc., is it still necessary to add a preservative? "

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Staff Answer Great question! Yes, it is still necessary. Even though it is a hydrosol, you are still introducing water into your product.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 10, 2014

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Posted By: Elizabeth   |   December 30, 2013

"Can this be used in cold process soap as part of the water to be mixed with lye?"

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You should be able to use any hydrosol as a water replacement, just like you can replace some of the water with tea or other water soluable liquids. I would probably replace a portion of the water first to test it and also it will be more cost effective than replacing your entire water amount. The other thing is that the beneficial properties might not survive saponification and you might be better off using Lavender EO at light trace.

Posted By: Amanda    |   Date: December 30, 2013

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Posted By: constance   |   November 10, 2013

"can this be used in m&p and remilled HP soap?"

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Staff Answer Hydrosols are essential waters that consist of the leftover water from the steam distillation of the plant or herb, and are water soluble. Hydrosols can be incorporated into the water phase of a formula, and can be used in water soluble cosmetics.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: November 19, 2013

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Posted By: Joni   |   October 31, 2013

"What country is this rose hydrosol from? Are there any essential oils added? Thanks!"

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Staff Answer The Rose Water Hydrosol is from the U.S.A. There are no essential oils added.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: November 13, 2013

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Posted By: Debbie   |   September 17, 2013

"Is this food grade? I want to make rose jelly and cannot find food grade rose water anywhere locally."

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Hello, Per the MSDS sheet for this product, it states that for ingestion to wash out the mouth with water, ingest a pint of milk and contain a physician. Based on these findings I would recommend that this hydrosol not be used for food nor is it food grade. Thank you for your question Erin

Posted By: erin   |   Date: September 20, 2013

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Staff Answer Wholesale Supplies Plus is a cosmetic supplier and the facility is not certified by the FDA for food repackaging. For this reason we do not claim our products to be "food grade" and do not recommend ingestion.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: September 20, 2013

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