5 Radiance-Boosting Floral Waters to Carry In Your Makeup Pouch Right Now

Ladies on the go will be familiar with that out-of-it feeling by 4pm where makeup has run and nothing feels fresh anymore. Touch ups are great, but why not boost that freshened up sensation with a good spritz of floral water?

Also known as hydrosols, floral water is actually the distillate of essential oil production saved for cosmetic purposes. These lightly scented potions are a great way to rebalance, rejuvenate and restore the well-being with its spa-like fragrance and numerous benefits. They’re great to spritz on as a facial toner, a makeup setter, an afternoon pick-me-up, a hair mist, and the list goes on. We pick five of our favourite floral waters that we never leave home without.

Here’s a tip: On “pamper me” evenings, refrigerate your floral water of choice. Go about your usual cleanse, exfoliate, and mask routine. Give your cleansed post-mask face a generous hydrosol spritz when it's adequately chilled, and seal in all that goodness with your favourite antioxidant moisturizer thereafter. Who needs moisture-stripping alcohol-laden toners when you’ve got something natural to rebalance your skin with? Trust me, that lit-from-within Liv Tyler radiance will be yours in no time!

By Syed Zulfadhli

Lavender Water

Properties: The soothing scent of lavender will quickly put your frazzled nerves at ease. If you’re experiencing redness and irritation, a light spritz of lavender water should calm it down quickly. (Photo: Getty)

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Rose Water

Properties: The delightful scent of roses is a surefire way to envelope you in a cocoon of luxury. Its fragrance alone can enhance the mood, so spritz away when you’re feeling out of it. Known for its hydrating properties, keep rose water close to you if you need a moisture boost that can keep the skin supple and fill up fine lines. (Photo: Getty)

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Chamomile Water

Properties: This super calming hydrosol will put skin conditions like mild psoriasis and eczema at bay. Its light fruity and floral aroma will put a smile on your face, so don’t skimp on it when you start spritzing. (Photo: Getty)

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Ylang Ylang Water

Properties: Ylang ylang water is great for rebalancing the senses. Its elegant botanical scent is both refreshing and calming, so keep this close when you’re in need of calm from the chaos. If using for the skin, normal to oily skin types will benefit from it as it has mild astringent properties to keep sheen and shine at a minimum. (Photo: Getty)

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Orange Blossom Water

Properties: Orange blossom, also known as neroli, is famous for its astringent properties, making it perfect for those with oily skin. Those who enjoy the refreshing scent of citrus will also appreciate this, as it will rejuvenate lackluster senses with a single spritz, making you feel like you just stepped out of a spa. (Photo: Getty)

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