Livèche hydrosol (root)

Livèche hydrosol, obtained in Lozère by artisanal distillation of the roots and certified in organic farming, is an exceptional product with multiple facets.Known for its use as a culinary raid, it enriches the dishes of its unique and delicate flavor.

In phytotherapy, the Livèche is traditionally recognized as draining of emunctories (liver-skin-peal), promoting the elimination of toxins.Thanks to the phtalids whose livèche hydrosol is mainly constituted, it presents an action on the liver and the kidneys, by stimulating their elimination action, making it perfect for "detox" cures.It thus naturally promotes the elimination of toxins from the body during any form of poisoning, whether infectious, drug or food, thus helping to purify and revitalize the body naturally.

By choosing the Livèche hydrosol of Essenciagua, you opt for a natural and versatile product, designed with care to provide both taste and health benefits, with respect for the environment and sustainable production practices.

How to use Livèche hydrosol (root) to detoxify the body?

Using drinking hydrosol can help stimulate body detoxification functions, especially liver and kidneys.

How to use Livèche hydrosol (root) in case of difficult digestion?

Drinking a glass of water with a few drops of Livême hydrosol can facilitate digestion thanks to its digestive and carminative properties.

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What are the benefits of the Livèche?

Livèche, commonly used in essential oil or hydrosol, is a plant with multiple virtues.Extracted, from Livèche roots, Livèche hydrosol is recommended in aromatherapy and hydrosrapy to detoxify the body and stimulate the drainage of the emunctories.Beyond its benefits on the digestive sphere, Livèche hydrosol is also effective in stimulating circulation and promoting relaxation and relaxation.

What are the benefits of hydrosol?

A hydrosol is the product of the steam distillation of a plant or a flower.When the plant is distilled to extract the essential oil, the hydrosol is the aqueous product remaining after the separation of the oil.It contains the soluble compounds in the water of the plant as well as a tiny part of the essential oil.The use of a hydrosol can therefore be a softer solution than the use of essential oils, especially for the face.

How to use a hydrosol?

The hydrosol can be used as follows:
1. On an soaked cotton or on a compress: to clean and hydrate the skin gently;
2. In vaporization: The hydrosol is used to rebalance the pH of the skin, tighten the pores and prepare the skin to receive other care;
3. In cosmetic preparations: The hydrosol can be replaced water in cosmetic preparations, especially for clay preparations or in lotions;
4. Diluted in a drink or diluted in a mixture of drinks;
5. Mouthbathing.

What is the difference between a hydrosol and floral water?

A hydrosol is the product of the steam distillation of a plant or a flower.When the plant is distilled to extract the essential oil, the hydrosol is the aqueous product remaining after the separation of the oil.It contains the soluble compounds in the water of the plant as well as a tiny part of the essential oil.
Floral water is often considered synonymous with hydrosol.However, in some contexts, floral water can simply designate water infused with flowers without going through the distillation process, which makes its composition much less rich, it then contains the scent of flowers but without the same levels of compoundsactive in a hydrosol.It is important to check the labels of products to understand their production method, especially if you are looking for specific therapeutic benefits associated with the plant or the flower used.

Latin: Levisticum Officinale

Plant part: Root

Origin: France

A kind of large wild celery by its smell, its stature and its foliage, the Livèche is a perennial plant which spontaneously grows in the Pyrenees. It is believed that she was introduced in France by the Benedictine monks who recognized her calming virtues. In fact, its name, levisticum, would derive from Latin, meaning relieving. In Switzerland, the Livèche "Grass à Maggi" is readily called, named after the small flavored cubes of this brand sold in the trade. The root, a distilled part of the plant, contains coumarin, starch, vitamin C and tannin. It is particularly used in detox.

How to use Livèche hydrosol (root) in case of physical fatigue?

Incorporating the hydrosol into a drink can help fight physical fatigue thanks to its toning and revitalizing properties.

How to use Livèche hydrosol (root) for drainage of the body?

Adding a few drops of Livèche hydrosol (root) to lukewarm water or a herbal tea can help with the drainage of the body.

How to use Livèche hydrosol (root) to soothe nausea?

Thanks to its soothing properties for the stomach, Livèche hydrosol can be used to relieve nausea.To do this, inhale the hydrosol or add a few drops of hydrosol in a drink before drinking it.

How to use Livèche hydrosol (root) against bloating?

Drinking a glass of water with the delivery hydrosol after meals can help reduce bloating and intestinal gases.

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