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Witch hazel extract oil 25%, 1 L

Why Witch Hazel Extract Is a Staple in Industrial Skincare Formulation

Witch hazel oil extract at 25% concentration belongs to the Oil Extracts range and is widely recognized in the personal care manufacturing sector for its role in formulations targeting oily, congested and reactive skin types. The tannins and flavonoid compounds carried into the oil phase during extraction give this raw material its characteristic astringent, toning and refreshing action, which is why global demand for witch hazel is concentrated mostly in professional and industrial skincare production rather than in small-batch craft projects.

Across the global market, this extract is best known as a key ingredient in pore-refining toners, mattifying emulsions, aftershave balms, deodorant formulas, and eye-area gels designed to reduce puffiness. It is a common component in formulations for skin prone to redness and visible capillaries, as well as in post-epilation care and intimate hygiene lines where a fast-acting soothing effect is required. Pharmaceutical-adjacent cosmetic laboratories frequently include it in wipes, gels and lotions intended to calm irritated skin, while household chemistry manufacturers use it in after-contact soothing products.

The 1 liter packaging is built for conveyor-scale and semi-industrial manufacturing lines producing toners, emulsions and serums in continuous batches, where consistent raw material quality across production runs matters more than a single trial batch. This volume suits contract manufacturers and formulation labs working from fixed recipes at commercial scale.

Witch hazel extract pairs well with complementary botanical concentrates: it is often combined with Aloe Oil Extract 5 ml to reinforce the calming and hydrating profile of sensitive-skin formulas, and with Barberry oil extract, 5 ml for products requiring an additional toning effect. Formulators aiming for a softer, more nourishing balance sometimes add Banana oil extract, 5 ml to offset the astringent character of witch hazel.

The extract should be introduced into the oil phase during the cooling stage, at a temperature not exceeding 40-45 degrees Celsius, to preserve the activity of its compounds. Typical dosage ranges from 1 to 5 grams per 100 grams of finished product depending on the desired intensity and formulation type - lighter toners generally use lower concentrations, while concentrated serums call for higher levels. The raw material should be stored in a tightly sealed container, in a cool, dry place away from direct light, avoiding sudden temperature fluctuations to maintain stability throughout its shelf life.

Balancing Toner Gel for Combination Skin

Witch hazel oil extract 25% - 18 ml

Distilled water - 140 ml

Aloe vera gel - 40 ml

Glycerin - 6 ml

Natural gel emulsifier - 4 g

Lavender essential oil - 3 drops

INCI	Zea Mays Germ Oil, Hamamelis virginiana Liaf Extract
Other
Application	handmade soap, face and body creams, lotions, shampoos, bath bombs, professional cosmetics, cosmetology, hand-made, soap making, creaming, pharmaceuticals
Att brand	France
Color product	from yellow to amber
Concentration	natural substance: 25%
Features	All information presented on the site is for reference only
Input percentage	1-4%
Minimum count	1
Name	Witch hazel extract oil 25%, 1 L
Packaging	container for transportation
Packing	1 liter
Solubility	fat soluble, lipids, oils
View	oily liquid
Valid until	12.2028