What is Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water?

Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water is a floral water, also known as a hydrosol, produced during the distillation of cornflower petals. It contains water-soluble components of the plant.

How does Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water benefit the skin?

It is often used to soothe and refresh the skin, offering mild astringent properties that can help tone and calm sensitive areas, especially around the eyes.

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Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water

Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water is a floral water obtained from the steam distillation of cornflower petals. It is commonly used in skincare for its mild astringent and soothing properties. It can help refresh and tone the skin, particularly around the delicate eye area.

HydrosolVegan

BenefitModerate 1.5 / 4

Soothing i2 / 4

Whether it can calm the skin — linked to less redness, irritation, discomfort, or visible reactivity.

RiskLow 0.5 / 4

Sensitization i0.5 / 4

Risk of allergic contact dermatitis or immune-based reactions. Fragrance allergens, preservatives, botanicals, and some dyes may score here.

Rated by SpottyLabs' ingredient methodology, independent of brands.

What it helps with

soothes skin
mildly astringent
refreshes skin

Things to watch

potential for allergic reaction in highly sensitive individuals

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Frequently asked questions

What is Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water?: Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water is a floral water, also known as a hydrosol, produced during the distillation of cornflower petals. It contains water-soluble components of the plant.
How does Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water benefit the skin?: It is often used to soothe and refresh the skin, offering mild astringent properties that can help tone and calm sensitive areas, especially around the eyes.