An extract obtained from the twigs and/or leaves of witch hazel. It is one of the oldest skincare remedies known to man. It is astringent and sebum regulating, meaning that it controls the amount of sebum that the skin produces.
Antioxidant
Antioxidant
Antioxidants reduce the oxidative stress caused by free radicals and prevent accelerated skin aging.
Antioxidant
Antioxidants reduce the oxidative stress caused by free radicals and prevent accelerated skin aging.
Soothing
Soothing
Soothing ingredients reduce the signs of sensitivity in irritated and inflamed skin. This includes anti-inflammatory ingredients, anti-itch agents, and topical analgesics.
Soothing
Soothing ingredients reduce the signs of sensitivity in irritated and inflamed skin. This includes anti-inflammatory ingredients, anti-itch agents, and topical analgesics.
Other functions
Anti-Acne,
Anti-Acne
Anti-acne agents treat acne blemishes, blackheads, and whiteheads.
Anti-Acne,
Anti-Acne
Anti-acne agents treat acne blemishes, blackheads, and whiteheads.
Sebum Regulating,
Sebum Regulating
Sebum regulating agents reduce excess oil production in the skin.
Sebum Regulating,
Sebum Regulating
Sebum regulating agents reduce excess oil production in the skin.
Astringent
Astringent
Astringent ingredients provide the skin with a tightened feeling, help to reduce the appearance of large pores, and assist in the healing of small cuts and wounds.
Astringent
Astringent
Astringent ingredients provide the skin with a tightened feeling, help to reduce the appearance of large pores, and assist in the healing of small cuts and wounds.
Origin
Botanical
Botanical
Ingredients derived from plants, mosses, and lichens: extracts, oils, powders, juices and other types of processed plant materials.
Botanical
Botanical
Ingredients derived from plants, mosses, and lichens: extracts, oils, powders, juices and other types of processed plant materials.
Hamamelis virginiana extract is an extract obtained from the twigs and/or leaves of the witch hazel plant (Hamamelis virginiana). It is one of the oldest skincare remedies known to man, its secrets first being shared by Native Americans.
It is astringent and sebum regulating, meaning that it controls the amount of sebum that your skin produces. It is especially suitable for oily and acne-prone skin. Some people may find that it is too drying. The main active compounds in this extract are various types of tannins and a small amount of a spicy-smelling essential oil.
Interestingly enough, the distillate from witch hazel was actually the basis for the first aftershaves. Research found that this distillate, when applied to the skin, may have soothing and antioxidant properties.
You can read more about this here: Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Leaf Extract.
Science
1
Korting, H. C., et al. "Anti-inflammatory activity of hamamelis distillate applied topically to the skin." European journal of clinical pharmacology 44.4 (1993): 315-318.
2
Touriño, Sonia, et al. "Highly galloylated tannin fractions from witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) bark: electron transfer capacity, in vitro antioxidant activity, and effects on skin-related cells." Chemical research in toxicology 21.3 (2008): 696-704.
Products with Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract
