Formula: 33108 Difficulty level: medium Shelf life: min 3 months pH optimal: 5.5-6.0 Phase Ingredients Dosage % Total 50 gr A Rice bran oil 10 5 gr B Emulsifier Liqua 3 1,5 gr A Cetearyl alcohol 1,5...
Hamamelis water Organic
€4.22
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€3.55
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| Product size | Suitable pump | |
| 100 ml |
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| 250 ml |
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Description
Hamamelis water Organic (Hamamelis virginiana) is the gold standard when it comes to natural astringency and is one of the few hydrosols with a truly dual action profile: excellent for both the face and the body. Used for centuries by Native American peoples of North America, witch hazel is today an indisputable classic of natural cosmetics, valued especially as a gentle alternative to alcoholic extracts with which it is sometimes confused. The pure floral water is incomparably more delicate, preserving the vasoconstrictive and astringent properties of the plant without being aggressive.
Its aromatic profile is woody-herbaceous, with a slightly medicinal, discreet, and calm note. On the face, its astringent and tonic-vascular action makes it ideal for skin prone to diffuse redness, dilated pores, capillary fragility, or imperfections. On the body, it stimulates microcirculation and helps relieve the sensation of heavy legs, naturally complementing body care routines. It addresses a wide spectrum, from oily and acne-prone skin to sensitive and couperose skin.
Characteristics
- eco Cultivation: Organic, certified Ecocert Greenlife
- water_do Appearance: Colorless, clear liquid, with a characteristic woody-herbaceous, slightly medicinal scent
- verified_userCosmetic grade, obtained by distillation, pure, microfiltered
Ingredients: Hamamelis Virginiana Water
100% of the total ingredients come from organic farming. Natural and organic cosmetic certified by Ecocert Greenlife.
Main Properties
- checkStrong astringent: contracts tissues, helping to fade the appearance of dilated pores and leading to a more refined and matte complexion.
- checkVascular tonic, decongestant: stimulates peripheral microcirculation and helps reduce the appearance of diffuse redness, vascular dark circles, and congested skin.
- checkSoothing, relieving: alleviates sensations of irritation, discomfort, and skin tightness, being well tolerated even by sensitive and reactive skin.
- checkPurifying: deeply cleanses and maintains the balance of oily or imperfection-prone skin, without being aggressive.
- checkAntioxidant: rich in tannins, flavonoids, and phenolic acids, it helps protect the skin against oxidative stress and supports a youthful appearance of the complexion over time.
Usage & Synergies
Face care
Hamamelis Water covers a wide spectrum of needs: it is the classic choice for oily, combination, and imperfection-prone skin, but also for skin prone to diffuse redness or couperose. It is also a reference ingredient in products for the eye area, due to its decongestant and vascular tonic effect.
Practical recommendations
- Daily astringent toner: Spray onto the face and neck morning and evening, after cleansing. Gently pat in with your fingers. Apply your cream or serum while the skin is still damp for optimal absorption.
- Anti-redness compress: Soak cotton pads in hamamelis water chilled in the refrigerator and apply to congested cheeks for 10 minutes. The vasoconstrictive effect quickly calms the sensation of a hot face.
- Quick gesture for the eye area: Apply in the morning with a damp cotton pad under the eyes, especially after short nights. It helps fade the appearance of vascular dark circles and slightly reduces puffiness.
Synergies in face care
For couperose skin, it combines excellently with Immortelle Water and Safflower Oil, both recognized for their action on capillary fragility and reducing the appearance of redness. For oily skin with imperfections, the synergy with Niacinamide and Petitgrain Essential Oil is effective and balanced. For the eye area and dark circles, it works ideally alongside Cornflower Water and Rice Bran Oil.
Body care
The vasotonic and astringent properties of hamamelis make it valuable not only for the face but also in body care routines. It is especially appreciated in products for heavy or tired legs, in after-shave lotions, and as an active ingredient in formulas for sagging skin or skin prone to edema.
Practical recommendations
- Soothing after-shave: Spray generously onto irritated skin after shaving, alone or in combination with dissolved Alum powder. It quickly calms razor burn and restores a smooth skin appearance.
- Cooling spray for tired legs: Keep the bottle in the refrigerator and spray onto the calves and ankles after a long day or during hot weather. The vasoconstrictive effect relieves the sensation of heaviness and tension.
- Ingredient in DIY cosmetics: Use it as the aqueous phase in toning body gels, natural deodorant products, or lotions for heavy legs.
Synergies in body care
For lotions and gels with a circulatory effect, it combines excellently with Red Vine Extract and Cypress Essential Oil. For comprehensive after-shave products, the synergy with Allantoin and Caprilis provides soothing, regeneration, and a light texture without a greasy feel. As an ingredient in natural deodorants, it works well alongside Alum powder and Cedarwood Virginia Essential Oil.
Hair care
Although less famous in this area than rosemary water, hamamelis water is useful for an oily, seborrheic scalp or a scalp with oily dandruff. Its astringent action helps keep the scalp clean for longer between washes and reduces the appearance of hair lacking volume.
Practical recommendations
- Lotion for seborrheic scalp: Spray onto the scalp before or after washing and massage gently. It helps detach oily dandruff and maintains a prolonged sensation of freshness.
- Refreshing spray between washes: Spray onto the roots between washes to extend the clean appearance and reduce excessive root shine.
Synergies in hair care
It combines effectively with Marine-Z, Tea Tree Essential Oil, and a Shampoo Base for formulas destined for oily or seborrheic-prone scalps. For a purifying and balancing hair toner, it pairs well with Clary Sage Essential Oil and Decalact.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is it the same as the hamamelis water from the pharmacy?
No. Pharmacy hamamelis products are usually alcoholic extracts, which can dry out and irritate the skin with frequent use. Our floral water is a pure hydrosol, without alcohol and without preservatives, incomparably gentler and suitable even for sensitive skin or daily use.
Does it contain alcohol?
Our product is 100% pure distillate, with no added alcohol or preservatives.
Can I use it on sensitive or couperose skin?
Yes, this is one of the main recommendations for this hydrosol. Unlike alcoholic extracts, pure floral water soothes and tones without being aggressive to sensitive or capillary-fragile skin.
Safety in use
Floral waters are renowned for their excellent skin tolerance. Allergic reactions are extremely rare. However, as with any natural product that may naturally contain traces of substances considered allergens, hypersensitive individuals should perform a tolerance test (patch test) in the bend of the elbow 24 hours before use. Cosmetic product exclusively for external use.
Storage, preservation
Natural floral waters, which contain no alcohol or preservatives, are sensitive to contamination. Keep the bottle tightly closed, in a cool place away from light. We recommend storing it in the refrigerator, especially during the summer, to maintain its freshness.
Details
Code
D-1006
Categories
Other names
Witch Hazel
Status
Ecocert Organic
Key benefits
astringent, circulator, deodorant, purifying, skin tonic
Specific indications
dark circles, edema, heavy legs, varicose veins
Skin care
Cleansers, Face creams, Masks, Serums, Shave/aftershave, Toners, Treatments
Skin type
All types, Combination, Mature, Oily
Body care
Creams Emulsions, Foot creams, Hand creams
Use level
1 - 100 %
Storage
in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight
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Tatjana Petersen
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Tatjana Petersen
13 Jan
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Sehr angenehmer Geruch, gute Qualität. Ich bin mit dem Produkt sehr zufrieden
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Tanya
12 Jan
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Ich bin mit dem Hammamelis Wasser sehr zufrieden. Sehr guten Produkt und riecht angenehm.
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Tatiana C.
10 Jan 2025
Super gentle hydrolyte especially in aftershave solutions or sprays or revitalizing skin tonic.
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Dorina G.
10 Dec 2024
I've changed the recipe a bit from the new kojic acid toner, along with a friend's ideas and products, turned it into a serum (with xanthan gum) and replaced the water with equal amounts of witch hazel and immortelle water. And I use it all over my body after an exfoliating shower. I have no words for the result, baby soft skin instantly! It instantly improves the appearance of the skin, and the effect lasts a minimum of 24 hours.
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Denisa G.
10 Dec 2024
extremely good for treating itching and swelling caused by mosquito bites. It instantly stops itching
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Adriana U.
10 Dec 2024
Renowned for its astringent, vasoconstrictive, skin tightening and revitalizing properties, provides purifying and soothing effects, is suitable for sagging skin, swollen skin, heavy feet, skin care for blemished skin, men's skin care products.
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Liliana M.
10 Dec 2024
A wonderful floral water for its properties! I am very pleased, in particular, for the strong vasoconstrictor effect.
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Alexandra T.
10 Dec 2024
I used this product to prepare an anti-acne exfoliating serum. I think it is a good product since the serum has kept its consistency and properties for more than 3 months (minimum shelf life of the serum). The shelf life is extended. I am still using it.
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Mihaela Cerasela N.
10 Oct 2024
A tonic and astringent floral water, excellent for toners, suitable for oily skin but not only, I also apply it in face creams due to the properties it has. Thanks!
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Cosmina C.
10 Oct 2024
Very good for heavy legs and varicose veins cream. In combination with the other oils, it managed to visibly diminish the appearance of varicose veins. I recommend!!!
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Alina B.
10 Oct 2024
It is a floral water renowned for its astringent, revitalizing, deodorant, de-stressing properties.It can be used as such, as a tonic for oily skin, acne or decongestant of dark circles.
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Anca C.
10 Oct 2024
isi face work very effectively, is a floral water that I use very often, illuminates and soothes my skin.
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Nona D.
10 Oct 2024
A superb floral water for combination/acneic skin, with astringent effect. Also effective in the preparation of liquid deodorants.
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Ilinca r.
10 Oct 2024
I replace distilled water with witch hazel water in creams, shampoo and deodorant.
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Elena P.
22 May 2024
I use witch hazel water very often in products for acne-prone skin due to its astringent and skin toning properties. I have noticed a reduction in comedones and an improvement in the appearance and tone of the complexion.
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Ana-Maria P.
22 May 2024
I've been using for a short time, but I love the noticeable toning effect of this water.
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Anamaria K.
22 May 2024
I have used this ingredient in creams for oily skin and for tired and sore feet .. Fast and effective effect . highly recommended
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Cristina D.
22 May 2024
A water that's in my evening routine
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Cristina D.
22 May 2024
I like it a lot.