Witch Hazel
INCI Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water
Overview
A gentle, alcohol-free water distilled from witch hazel bark and leaves, long used as a toner.
What it is
Witch Hazel is a distilled water made from the bark and leaves of the witch hazel shrub. The version we use is alcohol-free, distinct from some traditional witch hazel preparations.
Where it comes from and how it’s made
Witch hazel grows widely across eastern North America. The bark and leaves are steam-distilled to produce the finished water.
What it does in a formulation
Contributes witch hazel’s traditional, gentle botanical character to a finished product.
Why Lovebee uses it
Witch hazel has such a long, trusted reputation as a gentle toner-style ingredient, and we like using the alcohol-free version for a softer, kinder character.
Good to know
- Alcohol-free.
- Vegan and entirely plant-derived.
Common questions
- Is your Witch Hazel alcohol-free?
Yes, the witch hazel we use is alcohol-free.
- Is Witch Hazel vegan?
Yes — it’s a plant-derived ingredient with no animal inputs.
- What is Witch Hazel traditionally used for?
It has a long history of traditional use as a gentle, toner-style ingredient.
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