Amazing new anti-inflammatory. This new to us hydrosol is a delightful surprise. First, aromatically, it is very gently spiced, not at all strong or overwhelming. I am looking forward to cooking with it, I think a splash in the rice steamer, for example, will be wonderful. It is good for all sorts of digestive upsets, too!
Our distiller swears by it for skin care. I am told that it is at least as powerful an antiinflammatory for skincare as is German Chamomile, but with a different mechanism of action, working in cases where the Chamomile is not effective.
In India, Turmeric hydrosol has traditionally been used to treat digestive difficulties, kidney ailments, rheumatism and sinus problems. Likely the high 1,8 Cineole is what makes it so helpful with sinus and other respiratory issues such as colds and sniffles. It is said to be as effective at treating bruises as our beloved Helichrysum hydrosol. Eases minor aches, pains from viruses. Soothes swollen and inflamed skin. (Christi thinks a spritz to the skin before applying body lotion would be beneficial.)
Analgesic, Carminative, Antibacterial, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal (due to the alpha terpineol and ar-turmerone content), making it helpful for itchy rashes and possibly tinea and ringworm.
Turmeric Hydrosol is a safe and useful addition to your aromatic first aid kit, particularly for treating all varieties of skin problems.
Our hydrosols are packaged in blue cobalt bottles with atomizer tops for ease of use. Hydrosols are perishable: keep refrigerated. For more information on how they're made and their uses, click here.
|
