Hamamelis virginiana (witch hazel), water, distilled
Sold in store by the gram, $0.0287/g without a container. Bring or buy your own container, or use a free donated one in store.
MAIL OR PICK UP ORDER (pre-packed)
You must (please) order a minimum of 100g and buy a container. We reserve the right to change your container to a more appropriate size as needed and to credit or invoice you for any difference in your total order cost.
Description: Witch Hazel is distilled from the leaves, flowers and bark of the hamamelis tree.
Common Uses: One of nature's best astringents, there is probably no better tonic or toner for skin care preparations. It is frequently used in products like after shave lotions, where it shows mildly styptic properties as well as helping to reduce razor burn and swelling through its cool soothing sensation. In skin care Witch Hazel can be used as a toner or in place of a cleanser. It is particularly beneficial for oil and problem skin through its more gentle properties.
I like to combine witch hazel with flower water (hydrosol) to make customized, wonderful-smelling toners and refreshing spritzers.
Photo thanks to McFarlandDana, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
