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Lavender water is a perfume primarily composed of an alcoholic solution of lavender oil. Lavender itself is a genus of about 30 plant species in the mint family, native to the Mediterranean region. These plants are cultivated for their fragrant leaves and attractive flowers, from which essential oils are extracted.12

The essential oil, obtained by distilling the flowers, is used in fine perfumes and cosmetics. Lavender water is a preparation of this essential oil in alcohol, often with other added scents, and is utilized in various toilette preparations. The ancient Romans even used lavender in their baths.2

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