ORGANIC WITCH HAZEL HYDROLAT UNPRESERVED

Bulk Unpreserved Organic Witch Hazel Hydrosol

Unpreserved organic witch hazel hydrosol is the floral water obtained through steam distillation of certified organic Hamamelis virginiana. Free from preservatives and additives, it naturally retains the plant's astringent and soothing properties. This technical guide covers its origin, key properties for cosmetic formulation, and its main uses in the lab.

What is organic witch hazel hydrosol?

This hydrosol is obtained by steam distillation of leaves and bark from certified organic Hamamelis virginiana. As an aqueous by-product of distillation, it carries water-soluble traces of tannins and phenolic compounds from the plant, responsible for its astringent character, without the alcohol content found in conventional toners.

Since it contains no preservative, formulators need careful handling and storage (cold chain, sterile packaging, short-to-medium shelf use), which makes it a suitable raw material for certified organic or natural cosmetic lines aiming to minimize synthetic additives.

Main cosmetic uses of organic witch hazel hydrosol

Facial toners. It is a standard base for toners and facial waters formulated for combination or oily skin, thanks to its mild astringent effect that visually refines pores without over-drying.

Eye contour cosmetics. Used in de-puffing and eye-contour formulas for its soothing action, often paired with other botanical actives in light emulsions.

Aqueous phase of emulsions. Can partially or fully replace deionized water in the aqueous phase of creams and lotions, adding a functional profile beyond plain water, particularly valuable in certified organic formulations.

After-sun and sensitive-skin cosmetics. Its anti-inflammatory action makes it useful in soothing gels and lotions after sun exposure or hair removal, always respecting the cold chain given its unpreserved status.

CAS: 84696-19-5. EINECS: 283-637-9. INCI: Hamamelis Virginiana water.