Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Water — also known as Lotus Flower Water — is the hydrosol obtained via steam distillation of lotus flowers. Botanically rich in antioxidant flavonoids, it helps neutralize free radicals, soothe inflammation, and support hydration through natural moisturizing factors that help sustain skin’s moisture equilibrium. Its calming properties make it ideal for inclusion in toners, mists, and serums formulated for sensitive, reactive, or environmentally challenged skin.

Laboratory evaluations have also revealed that Lotus Flower Water functions as a skin-lightening agent through moderate inhibition of melanogenesis, comparable to arbutin, demonstrating tyrosinase and DOPA-oxidase inhibitory activity — thus offering gentle brightening potential in cosmetic formulations.

While scientific data specific to hair applications of Lotus Flower Water is limited, its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits may help calm the scalp and guard hair follicles against oxidative stress. This makes it a promising ingredient for incorporation into hydrating hair mists or scalp toners, particularly in formulations designed for stressed or sensitive scalps.