Ingredient

Tilia Europaea Flower Extract (Limeflower Extract)

Tilia europaea

This fragrant flower has a strong, sweet aroma reminiscent of warm summer days. Limeflower is thought to have a calming and soothing effect on the body and mind. 

The lime tree, also known as Linden, is a member of the Tilia family. Unrelated to the citrus fruit it shares its name with, this tree produces heart-shaped leaves and clusters of tiny white flowers. The delightful fragrance of these small flowers is great for attracting bees and other insects. 

How do we use limeflower?

Limeflowers are soaked in water to create an extract, either as an infusion or a decoction. Decoctions are made by boiling raw materials in water until approximately half of the water has evaporated leaving a concentrated liquid extract. Infusions, meanwhle, are prepared by wrapping ingredients in a piece of fine cloth and soaking them in hot water, leaving them to infuse. Both methods are made in-house and allow us to extract the botanical benefits of limeflower.