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Also known as Orange Flower Water

Moroccan Orange Blossom Water is made from the distillation of the flowers of the orange. It originated in the Middle East and was brought to North Africa by the Arab traders.

Orange blossom water has a stronger flavor than rosewater and should be used sparingly so that the other flavors in the dish are not overwhelmed. Add a few drops to a mixed green salad or fruit, or use in lamb, chicken, or rice dishes made with almonds, apricots, figs, pears, or dates. Orange Blossom Water is used to flavor beverages as well.

Unique Uses for Orange Blossom Water:

• Spritz on your bed sheets at night to help you drift off to a restful, deep sleep. Orange Blossom Water was often used to scent the sheets of royalty and nobility. Be sure to test a small area of your sheets to make sure it won't stain.
• Use in your steam iron to give your clothing a fragrant, fresh aroma.
• Treat yourself to a relaxing Orange Blossom bath. Simply mix 2 to 3 cups of warm milk with 1/4 Cup of Orange Blossom Water. For an extra treat, add 3 Tablespoons of Orange Blossom Honey to the mixture.
• Natural Room Scent is as simple as a few drops of Orange Blossom Water in boiling water. Place in a bowl and leave in the your room of choice. As the water evaporates, it will fill the air with a calming and comforting fragrance.

Size and Price:
5 oz = $11.95
32 oz = $54.95

100% Pure Moroccan Orange Blossom Water

Balance, tone and lightly hydrate skin with this rejuvenating hydrosol ideal for all skin types. Especially beneficial for oily and sensitive skin, it has astringent properties to help soothe acne, redness and irritations while purifying the complexion.

The orange blossom (also known as neroli) water refreshes skin, helps stimulate the circulation of lymphatic fluid to reduce puffiness and encourages cell regeneration and collagen production. The mild antibacterial properties make it an ideal toner to soothe and treat breakouts.

Hydrosols (also known as floral waters) are the fragrant water produced during the essential oil steam distillation process. They're saturated with the scent and content of the essential oil, providing numerous nourishing benefits to the skin. Hydrosols can be used as a refreshing face and body spray, for face care, as a healing or soothing compress or to blend natural perfumes.

Mix with Ghassoul clay to make a mask with a fresh spring scent.

Here is an excellent shower gel recipe:

One cup orange-blossom water skin toner
2 cups liquid castile soap
30 drops peppermint essential oil
30 drops lemon essential oil

Other Uses for Orange Blossom Water:

• Spritz on your bed sheets at night to help you drift off to a restful, deep sleep. Orange Blossom Water was often used to scent the sheets of royalty and nobility. Be sure to test a small area of your sheets to make sure it won't stain.
• Use in your steam iron to give your clothing a fragrant, fresh aroma.
• Treat yourself to a relaxing Orange Blossom bath. Simply mix 2 to 3 cups of warm milk with 1/4 Cup of Orange Blossom Water. For an extra treat, add 3 Tablespoons of Orange Blossom Honey to the mixture.
• Natural Room Scent is as simple as a few drops of Orange Blossom Water in boiling water. Place in a bowl and leave in the your room of choice. As the water evaporates, it will fill the air with a calming and comforting fragrance.