Description

Witch Hazel, Alcohol-Free — Pure Plant Power, No Sting Attached

Experience the calming power of Hamamelis virginiana in its purest, gentlest form. Our Alcohol-Free Witch Hazel Distillate delivers all the soothing, toning, and astringent benefits Witch Hazel is known for,  without the sting, dryness, or formulation challenges that come with alcohol-based extracts.
Steam-distilled and preserved with a natural preservative, this premium-grade distillate is ideal for modern skincare formulations that prioritize sensitivity, stability, and performance.

What It Is

A high-quality, alcohol-free Witch Hazel distillate produced via steam distillation from the leaves and twigs of the Witch Hazel shrub. Naturally rich in tannins, flavonoids, and catechins, offering exceptional calming, antioxidant, and astringent properties.

Technical Information

INCI :Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Distillate

Extraction Method: Steam Distillation

Country of Origin: USA

Why It’s Superior

• Completely alcohol-free

• Ideal for sensitive-skin formulations

• Better compatibility with high-surfactant, multi-phase, and heat-processed products

• Maintains Witch Hazel’s natural therapeutic profile without irritation risk

Key Benefits

• Excellent for sensitive skin and sting-free formulations

• Strong anti-inflammatory activity

• Natural astringent, tightening and refining the appearance of pores

• Potent antioxidant profile (up to 20× stronger than Vitamin C; up to 50× stronger than Vitamin E)

• Helps stabilize collagen and elastin

• Acts as a venous constrictor, reducing puffiness and swelling

• Offers a refreshing cooling sensation

• Supports formulations targeting cellulite and varicose veins

• Reduces swelling around the eye area

Common Uses

Ideal for:

• Toners

• Facial mists

• Eye gels and eye creams

• Cleansers and foaming washes

• Shaving creams and aftershave products

• Anti-irritant and calming formulations

• Gel creams, lotions, and lightweight emulsions

• Children’s sting-free or sensitive-skin products

• Sun care and post-sun soothing formulas

Usage Rate: Up to 20% (or as required by formulation)

Formulation Notes

• Compatible with surfactants, emulsions, and gel systems

• Ideal for alcohol-free and sensitive-skin product lines

• Stable in both hot and cold-processed formulations

• Works particularly well in products needing refreshment and soothing effect

Pro Tip

Pair this Witch Hazel Distillate with ingredients like Aloe Vera Juice, Panthenol (Vitamin B5), or Allantoin for a powerhouse calming blend that instantly reduces redness and boosts hydration without tightening or dryness.

Disclaimer:
For cosmetic formulation use only , not for internal or medical applications. Because our ingredients are naturally derived, slight variations in color may occur.

At Skin Foodie, we believe that what goes into your formulations should be as pure as what goes into your body. That’s why we source only ingredients held to exceptional standards of purity, performance, and safety. Remember: not all ingredients are created equal,  the same name or CAS number doesn’t guarantee the same quality.