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Ethyl alcohol is often used in traditional perfumes to intensify and quickly diffuse the fragrance. However, on more sensitive skin it can cause dryness, irritation or discomfort, especially when the product is applied several times a day or after sun exposure.
Hair can also be affected: formulas rich in alcohol tend to dehydrate the hair fibre, making the lengths duller and drier. For this reason, alcohol-free perfumes are becoming an increasingly appreciated choice for those who want a delicate fragrance that is also pleasant to wear every day.
Body and hair scented waters represent a fresh and versatile alternative: light on the skin, pleasant in the warmer months and also suitable for those who like to spray perfume several times during the day.
La Saponaria’s Body & Hair Scented Waters were created precisely with this philosophy: alcohol-free formulas, dermatologically tested on sensitive skin and designed to accompany daily well-being with fragrances that caress body and hair without being aggressive.
When temperatures rise, the skin needs lightness. In summer, many people avoid traditional perfumes because they feel too intense or because they fear sensitisation after sun exposure. A good alcohol-free scented water responds perfectly to this need: it refreshes, provides comfort and leaves a softer, more natural trail on the skin.
Alcohol-free formulas can also be sprayed several times during the day: after sport, before going out, while travelling or simply when you want an immediate sensation of freshness. In addition, the possibility of using them on hair as well makes them even more practical and pleasant.
Among La Saponaria’s proposals, “Sunbeam” is designed for those who love luminous and sparkling fragrances. The lively notes of lemon meet the floral delicacy of jasmine in a fresh, elegant and light bouquet that immediately conveys positive energy. Sprayed on body and hair, it gives a pleasant sensation of freshness and vitality, perfect for starting the day with energy or for regaining concentration and good mood during the most intense moments. The formula is enriched with upcycled lemon balm constitutional water, chosen to give comfort and lightness to skin and hair.
For those who instead want a tropical break to always carry with them, “Happy Island” combines the exotic sweetness of guava with the creamy nuances of coconut in an enveloping fragrance that smells of summer, freedom and sun-kissed skin. Its soft and sunny notes immediately evoke the relaxation of holidays, white beaches and the sea breeze. Sprayed during the day, it delicately refreshes body and hair and gives a carefree and relaxing sensation. The presence of upcycled blueberry constitutional water helps make the formula even more pleasant and delicate on sensitive skin.
And for those who love softer and more reassuring fragrances, “Cuddle” wraps skin and hair in a warm and velvety cloud with notes of vanilla and tonka bean. An intense yet delicate fragrance that recalls the comfort of an embrace, slow gestures and moments dedicated to personal well-being. Its sweet and creamy nuances transform each spray into a small relaxation ritual, ideal in the evening or whenever you want to slow down and treat yourself to a break. The formula is enriched with upcycled chamomile constitutional water, chosen to provide an even softer and more enveloping sensation on skin and hair.
Those with sensitive skin know well how easy it is to feel discomfort, dryness or that sensation of “tight skin” after applying a traditional perfume. This often happens because many fragrances contain high amounts of ethyl alcohol, an ingredient that makes the perfume evaporate quickly but, at the same time, can alter the skin’s natural balance. When the skin barrier is already delicate or stressed — perhaps by the sun, wind, hair removal or frequent washing — alcohol in fact tends to accentuate dehydration and make the skin more reactive and sensitive.
La Saponaria’s Body & Hair Scented Waters, on the other hand, were created with a completely different approach: to offer a pleasant and persistent fragrance without giving up skin comfort. The formulas are strictly alcohol-free and dermatologically tested on sensitive skin, so they can be used several times a day even during the hottest periods.
Their delicacy also comes from the presence of organic upcycled constitutional waters, precious ingredients obtained from the virtuous recovery of plant-based raw materials. In “Raggio di Sole”, for example, lemon balm constitutional water helps provide a fresh and rebalancing sensation; “Isola Felice” contains blueberry constitutional water, chosen to give comfort and lightness to the skin; while “Coccola” is enriched with chamomile constitutional water, known for its sweetness and for the pleasant sensation of well-being it leaves on the skin.
The result is an alcohol-free scented water that does not “attack” skin and hair, but accompanies them with lightness. A difference that can be felt immediately: the fragrance remains delicate and enveloping, while the skin maintains a sensation of softness and comfort even after frequent applications.
Perfuming hair is an increasingly widespread gesture, but not all products are suitable for the lengths. Formulas with a high alcohol content can in fact make hair drier and duller over time.
An alcohol-free scented water instead allows the fragrance to be sprayed directly onto the hair in a more delicate way, leaving a sensation of freshness and a soft fragrance that accompanies every movement.
The versatility of these scented waters also allows you to have fun with layering, overlapping the fragrance with body cream or other perfumes to create a more personal and unique result.
Today, perfume is no longer just an accessory to be reserved for special occasions. More and more people are looking for light, versatile and pleasant formulas to use every day, especially when they want a simple gesture that can provide immediate well-being.
Alcohol-free perfumes respond perfectly to this new way of experiencing fragrance: delicate on sensitive skin, pleasant on hair, fresh to use in summer and ideal for accompanying every moment of the day. La Saponaria’s Body & Hair Scented Waters transform a simple daily gesture into a small sensory experience made of lightness, emotions and fragrances that tell of moods, memories and desires, naturally.