How to Use Lavender Water for Glowing Skin, Hair Growth & Better Sleep

Lavender water, also known as lavender hydrosol or lavender floral water, is distilled from the fragrant flowers of the lavender plant. 

While its light floral scent makes it a staple in luxury skincare, this calming botanical water also delivers real benefits for your hair and skin, especially if you struggle with dryness, dullness, irritation, or breakouts. 

In this article, you’ll discover:

• The full range of lavender water benefits for hair and skin.
• How to use it in your daily routine. 
• A simple DIY lavender water recipe. 
• Safety, storage tips, and more.

Lavender water is one of the easiest, most versatile natural beauty waters you can make or buy, and it may quickly become a favorite.

Benefits of Lavender Water for Hair

1. Soothes the Scalp

Lavender water has natural anti-inflammatory properties that calm irritation, redness, and itchiness. 

If your scalp feels tight, itchy, or reactive after washing, lavender water can help soothe and rebalance.

2. Fights Dandruff and Flaking

Thanks to its antiseptic and antifungal abilities, lavender water helps reduce the fungi and bacteria that contribute to dandruff, while calming irritation that can cause flaking.

3. Balances Oil Production

If you struggle with an oily scalp, lavender water may help regulate sebum production and balance the scalp’s pH without stripping it dry.

4. Softens and Hydrates Hair

On hair strands, lavender water acts as a gentle leave-in moisturizer, restoring hydration and leaving a healthy shine. It’s great for dull, dry, or brittle hair.

5. May Support Hair Growth

When combined with rosemary (dried herb or essential oil), lavender water may help stimulate follicles and support hair regrowth, especially in cases like alopecia areata.

Benefits of Lavender Water for Skin

1. Soothes and Cools Skin

Spritzed onto the face or body, lavender water delivers a refreshing, cooling effect that calms redness and inflammation.

2. Fights Acne and Blemishes

Its antibacterial and astringent qualities help keep pores clear, balance oil, and reduce breakouts without over-drying sensitive skin.

3. Refines the Appearance of Pores

Used as a toner, lavender water helps refine the appearance of pores, prepping skin for serums or moisturizers.

4. Calms Sensitive Skin

Lavender water is gentle enough for sensitive skin and can help with irritation, itching, or mild rashes. It’s often used in natural baby care, too.

5. Encourages Better Sleep Patterns

Lavender is a known relaxant. Spritzing your face or pillow with lavender water before bed can help promote deeper sleep and less stress, both of which benefit your skin.

How to Use Lavender Water in Your Routine

For Hair

• After shampooing and conditioning, mist lavender water onto your scalp and strands as a leave-in refresher.
• Use it to hydrate protective styles or dry ends throughout the day.
• Gently massage it into your scalp 2-3 times a week to soothe irritation and promote hair growth.

For Skin

• As a toner: Apply lavender water to a cotton pad and gently swipe it over clean skin before applying moisturizer.
• As a setting spray: Mix lavender water with a few drops of aloe vera gel or juice and spritz over your makeup.
• As a facial mist: Use to refresh and hydrate skin during the day, on the beach, or while traveling.

Other Uses for Lavender Water

• Post-shave soothing splash.
• After-sun spray.
• Pillow mist.
• Body refresher.
• Linen spray.
• Pet-safe deodorizing spray for beds or toys.
• Bathroom air refresher.

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DIY Lavender Water Recipe

Ingredients

• 8 oz distilled water
• 1 handful dried lavender buds
• 1 tsp dried rosemary (for hair blends)
• 3 – 5 drops of lavender essential oil

Directions

• Bring the water to a gentle boil, then remove from the heat.
• Add the lavender buds (and rosemary, if using).
• Cover and steep for 4–8 hours.
• Strain and pour into a spray bottle or an airtight dark glass jar.
• Store in the fridge and use within 2 to 3 months.

Tip: You can also add one teaspoon of aloe vera juice for extra hydration.

Safety and Storage Tips

• Always do a patch test before applying lavender water widely, especially on sensitive skin.
• Store in a cool, dark place (fridge is ideal).
• If the smell changes or it becomes cloudy, discard and make a new batch.
• For a longer shelf life, add a preservative like Preservative Eco.

Where to Buy Lavender Water?

Don’t have time to DIY? You can buy high-quality lavender water from brands like:

• Leven Rose Pure Lavender Water
• Mystic Moments Lavender Floral Water
• Mountain Rose Herbs (ethically sourced)

Lavender water is a multitasking natural remedy that brings calm, clarity, and moisture to your skin and hair. 

Whether you make it yourself or buy a trusted brand, you’ll love having it in your routine.

More Healthy Hair Growth Resources

• How to Grow Your Hair Healthy & Long with Natural Oils
• The Ultimate Hair Growth Guide: Recover from Hair Loss Effectively
• 365 Days of Moisture for Dry and Parched Hair
• Natural Butters for Hair: A Guide for Creating Recipes for Healthy Hair

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Abi is a curly hair expert who delved into the world of natural oils after severe hair loss issues. Through her research, study, and testing, she was able to regrow her bald spots & a healthy head of hair. She is the founder of Healthy Natural Hair Products & Ade Ori Hair Care, and the author of the highly-rated Healthy Hair Care Series. She continues to study hair science, Ayurveda, and natural and healthy solutions for hair and skin. Learn more about our Editorial Guidelines…