Garden of Wisdom's Red Clover Blossom Hydrosol refers to the red clover plant's flowers, a legume family member commonly found in meadows and fields throughout Europe, Asia, and North America. The plant is known for its medicinal properties and is often used as a natural remedy for various health conditions. Red Clover Blossoms contain multiple nutrients, including flavonoids, isoflavones, and coumarins, which are believed to have numerous health benefits.
It's important to note that Red Clover may interact with certain medications and may not be suitable for individuals with a history of estrogen-sensitive cancers.
Botanical Name:Trifolium pratense Organic: Yes Country of Origin: USA Process of Distillation: Steam Distilled Solubility: Water Soluble
Method of Application Use as a refreshing spritz as desired and during the hydration stages of your routine. It may also be used on the neck and body. This hydrosol may be used as a substitute for water in formulations. It can be used with creams, lotions, and dry or wet clay recipes.
We do preserve our hydrosols with a touch of Optiphen.
Additional Information Keep hydrosols refrigerated whenever possible. If you are desiring non-preserved hydrosols, don't hesitate to get in touch with us privately. We can offer this in bulk amounts only. We do not suggest any of our ingredients be used internally. Please do not use them in this way.
Shelf Life and Storage Information for Our Products and Ingredients
Finished Products - generally don't need to be refrigerated as they are preserved, but you can refrigerate them to extend their shelf life. The shelf life for most products is 9-12 months. Vitamin C Serum(s) and VitaResurface products should continually be refrigerated to extend their shelf life. Sample Sizes - do have a shorter shelf life (generally 3-6 months), and items in jars can dry up quicker than this if the lid is not tightened well enough (Vitamin C Serums - use within 90 days).
Please Keep Your Products Out of Humidity, Heat, Direct Light and in a Dark Cabinet When Possible
Exfoliating Acid - products have a shelf life of 9-12 months. The only things we don't suggest refrigerating are the Mandelic Acid Serums or Salicylic Acid Serums, as they can crystallize in the refrigerator. If this happens, you can set the product into a hot water bath to see if the crystals will dissolve.
Additional Items That Require Refrigeration and/or Kept in the Dark
Hydrosols and Distillates - remove 1 ounce of hydrosol and add it into a separate,sterilized spray bottle and spritzer. Keep the larger bottle in the refrigerator. Carrier and Exotic Oils - generally, you can refrigerate all carrier oils, although some very rich oils will solidify. This is fine. All you have to do is take it out, warm it up at room temperature and it should liquefy. If not, set the bottle in a hot water bath and occasionally shake the bottle, which will hopefully turn into a liquid. There are some oils with a super long shelf life, like Coconut Cream and Jojoba Oil.
Refrigeration of The Following Ingredients is Not Necessary, But it Won't hurt
Essential Oils - essential oils are best stored in a cool, dark place. Co2 Extracts - these should continually be refrigerated. Butters - we suggest refrigerating our "skincare" butters. You can remove what you need and keep the rest in the fridge. Clays - keep in a dry, dark place. Shelf life is at least 2 years. Herbs - all herbs (whole or ground) should be kept in a dark, cool and dry location. Herbal (liquid) Extracts - these are created using grain alcohol. The alcohol pulls the constituents (properties) from each herb - root, trunk, leaves, and flowers. They have a shelf life of 3-5 years. They can be stored in the refrigerator or a dark, dry place. Other Raw Ingredients - i.e., Sodium PCA, Honeyquat, Oat Beta Glucan, etc. will all have a different shelf life.
I'm a holistic esthetician. I've been doing lots of good things for my skin for years but something was still off. I learned about using estrogen on your face if you have lower levels. I'm in my '50s and I've had a complete hysterectomy. I started spritzing my face before applying my makeup with this hydrosol. I could not believe how quickly I could see a difference and it has been sustained. I started getting little breakouts on my chin from overuse. So I have backed off to only using it about three times a week. I'm loving the results. I never want to be without it. Thank you for offering such a flexible, well-priced, effective product! I shopped around first and didn't like a lot of the ingredients in other estrogen face creams. I love that this is a pure, single ingredient product that I can use when I want to without exposing my skin to other ingredients.
Shawna,
Thank you so much for sharing your experience so openly and thoughtfully. As a holistic esthetician, your words carry a special kind of wisdom, and we’re honored that this hydrosol has become a part of your routine. It’s so inspiring to hear how you’ve tuned in to your body’s needs and found a rhythm that works for your skin, especially during such a significant chapter of life.
We deeply believe in the power of simplicity and purity in skincare, and your story is a beautiful reflection of why we do what we do. Thank you for trusting us and for choosing such a mindful path. We’re so grateful to support you on your journey.
With warmth and appreciation,
Your Garden of Wisdom Team
