Nelumbo nucifera flower water
AKA “Lotus Flower Water, Sacred Lotus Flower Water, Indian Lotus Flower Water”
Mineral
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Ingredient Facts
Nelumbo nucifera flower water
AKA: Lotus Flower Water, Sacred Lotus Flower Water, Indian Lotus Flower Water
Mineral · Skin Conditioning | Soothing | Antioxidant · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Soothing
Skin Conditioner
Mineral
Clean
Lotus flower water gently tones and refreshes skin with natural hydration. This delicate East Asian ingredient helps balance and revitalize your complexion.
Family
Nelumbonaceae (Lotus family)
Plant Part
Flower
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
85085-51-4
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to East Asia, India. Nelumbo nucifera flowers grow in East Asia and India within the Nelumbonaceae family. The flower water is produced by steaming or hydrodistilling fresh lotus flowers to extract the floral infusion.
Plant Source
Nelumbonaceae (Lotus family)
Plant Part
Flower
Function
Skin Conditioning | Soothing | Antioxidant
Benefits
Brightens uneven skin tone
Traditional Use
Lotus flower water (hydrosol) was traditionally used in ancient Egypt and Asia as a fragrant skin tonic to cool the complexion and reduce heat-related skin conditions. It has been employed in traditional beauty rituals for its gentle astringent and calming properties.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Soothing
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR