Flower essences are made by infusing flowers or other plant parts in spring water and then adding alcohol as a preservative. The essences are used internally or topically to balance emotional states. The underlying philosophy focuses on stabilizing emotions in order to dissipate illness and stimulate internal healing processes.

Flower essences were first developed by Dr. Edward Bach, and aside from the range of essences he discovered, there are many varieties of flower essences from around the world using the indigenous plants of each area.