Witch Hazel Hydrosol (Alcohol-free)

Description

Witch hazel hydrosol alcohol-free is a pure, steam-distilled botanical water from the Witch Hazel plant (Hamamelis virginiana) that offers soothing, astringent, and anti-inflammatory benefits without the harsh drying effect of alcohol, making it ideal for sensitive skin, dry, and compromised skin. It is used in toners, cleansers, and post-shave care. It’s a natural alternative to alcohol-based witch hazel, containing plant water-soluble compounds and trace essential oils, often preserved naturally (like with benzoic acid) for use in gentle skincare products.

Witch Hazel Hydrosol (Alcohol-Free) is a gentle, water-based botanical distillate obtained from the steam distillation of Witch Hazel leaves and bark (Hamamelis virginiana). Unlike traditional witch hazel extracts, this version contains no added alcohol, making it suitable for sensitive, dry, and compromised skin.

Characteristics:
Steam-Distilled: Created by distilling fresh twigs and leaves, capturing plant essence in water.
Gentle & Soothing: Alcohol-free, so it calms irritation and redness instead of causing dryness.
Natural Astringent: Helps tighten pores and control oil without stripping the skin.
Rich in Actives: Contains tannins, flavonoids, and catechins for antioxidant and calming effects.
Versatile: Used as a facial toner, mist, cleanser base, or ingredient in hair/body care.

How It’s Different from Regular Witch Hazel:
Regular (Alcohol-Based): Often uses alcohol as a solvent and preservative, which can be drying and irritating.
Alcohol-Free Hydrosol: Pure plant water, gentler, better for sensitive or dry skin, and maintains the plant’s full natural profile.

Benefits of using witch hazel hydrosol alcohol-free
• Gently tones and refreshes the skin
• Helps calm irritation and redness
• Supports skin’s natural balance
• Mildly astringent without dryness
• Suitable for sensitive and acne-prone skin

INCI / Botanical Information
• INCI name: Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water
• Botanical name: Hamamelis virginiana
• CAS number: 84696-19-5
• Plant part used: Leaves & bark
• Extraction method: Steam distillation
• Alcohol content: None

Appearance & Properties
• Clear to slightly hazy liquid
• Mild, natural herbal aroma
• Lightweight, non-sticky
• Water-soluble

Usage Rate
• Toners & mists: 50–100%
• Creams & lotions: 5–30%
• Serums & gels: 10–50%

pH Range
• Typically 4.5–5.5 (skin-friendly)

Uses & Applications
• Facial toners & mists
• Sensitive-skin formulations
• After-shave products
• Calming serums
• Eye-area products
• Baby & delicate skin products

How to Use:
Apply to a cotton pad and wipe face as a toner.
Use as a refreshing facial or body mist.
Incorporate into DIY skincare recipes for toners and cleansers

Packaging: our water/liquid base ingredients are bottled in plastics to avoid spillage.

Recommended Storage: our water/liquid base ingredients should be stored in cool temperatures away from direct sunlight and moisture in an airtight container

DISCLAIMER:
– DAKITZ NATURAL PRODUCTS are for cosmetic, personal care formulations and are meant for external use only unless otherwise STATED.

– We recommend working with a chemist or a formulator if you’re not advanced in formulating.

– This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

– Kindly note that you are responsible for researching, testing, and understanding ingredients before buying.