Ajwain has green, feathery leaves and small white or pink flowers. Ajwain floral water is a by-product of the steam distillation process used to extract the essential oil from the seeds of the ajwain plant.
Ajwain (Trachyspermum ammi) is a small, annual herb that belongs to the Apiaceae family. People commonly know it as carom or bishop’s weed. It originates from India and the Middle East. The plant grows to a height of about 30-60 cm and has green, feathery leaves and small white or pink flowers. The seeds of the plant are small, oval-shaped, and have a strong, pungent aroma.
Ajwain Hydrosl, is also known as Ajwain Floral Water, is a by-product of the steam distillation process used to extract the essential oil from the seeds of the Ajwain plant. Floral water contains the water-soluble compounds of the plant and has a similar, but milder, aroma compared to essential oil. It is a versatile and natural alternative to use in skincare, aromatherapy, and household cleaning. You can use it as a skin toner, add it to bath water, or use it as a room freshener. It has anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and antiseptic properties.
Botanical Name: Trachyspermum ammi
CAS#: 91745-13-0
Origin: India and the Middle East
Method of Extraction: Steam Distillation
Source: Seeds
Solubility: Water Soluble
Color & Odor: Colorless to brownish in color and Thyme-like aroma
Constituents: Thymol, Oleic acid, linoleic acid, gamma-terpinene, p-cymene, palmitic acid, and xylene.
Specific Gravity: Specific Gravity: 0.910 – 0.930g/ml
Flash Point: 65°C
Optical Rotation: 0.0 to +5 @25°
Major Constituents: Thymol was found as a major component along with p-cymene, gamma-terpinene, beta-pinene, terpinene-4-ol
Ajwain hydrosol floral water, also known as Ajwain hydrosol, has a wide range of potential benefits. Some of the uses and benefits of Ajwain hydrosol include:
Please consult a healthcare professional before using Ajwain hydrosol for medicinal purposes, and always perform a patch test before using it topically.
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