Main Objectives
- Help tighten pores and refine skin texture
- Soothe and calm irritated or impure skin
- Provide antioxidant protection and support overall skin health
Witch Hazel extract (Hamamelis virginiana) is a botanical ingredient obtained from the leaves and bark of the witch hazel shrub. It is widely used in skincare for its astringent, soothing, and antioxidant properties.
The extract is rich in tannins such as hamamelitannin and ellagitannin, flavonoids, gallic acid, and essential oils, which contribute to its ability to tighten pores, reduce excess oiliness, and calm irritated skin. These bioactive compounds also provide antioxidant benefits, helping to protect the skin from environmental stressors.
Witch Hazel extract is particularly suitable for skincare formulations aimed at oily, combination, or blemish-prone skin, as well as for products designed to soothe chapped or sensitive areas. Its natural astringency and skin-conditioning properties make it a versatile ingredient in toners, cleansers, and calming skincare products.
