Essentially Natural Witch Hazel Distillate

Name: Essentially Natural Witch Hazel Distillate
Rating: 4.95 (40 reviews)

R 49.00

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INCI: Hamamelis virginiana flower water, Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate

Witch Hazel Distillate is a clear distillate water made from witch hazel and used in toners, facial mists, aftershaves, and water-based cosmetic formulations. It has a naturally earthy scent and a lightweight, fast-drying feel that makes it especially suited to fresh, low-residue skincare steps. This version is produced to pharmaceutical standards and supplied at high strength for cosmetic and formulation use. It is commonly chosen for combination and oily skin routines, as well as body spritzers and grooming products where a clean, refreshing finish is preferred.

♡ Why we love it: We choose to stock Witch Hazel Distillate because it is one of those practical formulation staples that works across both direct-use toners and DIY face care. It brings a clean, lightweight feel, fits easily into low-fuss routines, and offers a useful alternative when a fresher, more fast-drying water phase ingredient is preferred.

This product is certified: Vegan and Beauty Without Cruelty.

Need detailed info? COAs and SDSs are available — just send us the product name and batch number, and we’ll gladly share them with you.

Key properties

Plant Source: Witch hazel leaves and bark
Format: Distillate water
Aroma Profile: Earthy, clean
Skin Feel: Lightweight, fast drying
Dual Purpose Packaging: 50ml and 100ml sizes ship with a fast flow dropper cap and a separate atomiser
Ingredients: Hamamelis virginiana flower water, alcohol, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate
Suitable For: Cosmetic and formulation use

What it's used for

Facial toner steps for a fresh, balanced skin feel
Aftershaves and facial mists with a clean, lightweight finish
Spot application where a refreshing feel is preferred
DIY face care recipes and water-based formulations
Body spritzers with a light, astringent-style finish

Who it's for

Witch Hazel Distillate Is For:

Combination and oily skin routines that enjoy a toner step
Lightweight, fast-drying facial mist routines
Aftershave and grooming products with a clean finish
DIY formulators using witch hazel in water-based products

Witch Hazel Distillate Is Not For:

Alcohol-free toner preferences
Very dry skin routines that want a rich, emollient finish
Scent-free routines with no natural aroma
Thick, gel-like toner textures

How to use it

As a Facial Toner: Apply to clean skin with a cotton pad or mist lightly, then follow with serum or moisturiser.
As a Facial Mist: Spray over the skin as needed for a refreshing feel.
As an Aftershave: Apply a small amount after shaving for a clean, lightweight finish.
As a DIY Ingredient: Use as part of the water phase in suitable formulations.
Processing Tip: If using daily, follow with a moisturiser if the skin feels dry or tight.

Safety instructions

For external use only
Do not ingest
Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes
Patch test before first use
Discontinue use if irritation occurs
Contains alcohol, which may feel drying or sting on very sensitive skin
Keep out of reach of children and pets
Store tightly closed, away from heat and direct sunlight

Faqs

Q: Is this the same as alcohol-free witch hazel?
A: No. This version contains alcohol and preservatives, which affects both the skin feel and the formulation profile.

Q: Can Witch Hazel Distillate be used before makeup?
A: Yes. It can be used as a light prep step before moisturiser and the rest of your routine.

Q: Can this be used as the water phase in a DIY formula?
A: Yes. It can be used in water-based formulations, provided the final product is preserved and balanced appropriately.

Q: Why does this version feel more fast drying than some floral waters?
A: Its lightweight distillate format and alcohol content contribute to a cleaner, quicker-drying finish.

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I love products from essentially natural because

I love products from essentially natural because they are natural and not harsh on skins. Im learning skin care and witch hazel is one of the ingredients I use on my spirits deodorant, love it

Natural Witch Hazel Distillate

The adviser was spot on! Good job and Great product, my skin is very sensitive but the toner is cool and fresh on my face, no irritation. Love it!

Value for money

Great product, good customer service and interaction with the company, speedy delivery And good size for the price

Greta product

Lovely scent, great quality - using it for beauty to calm inflammation but also have used it as linen spray to refresh.

A household must

I love having witch hazel in the house, its a great base for medicinal sprays, sleep sprays and room sprays.

Clearing and cleansing

Using as a toner, seeing less inflammation on my skin. Love it!

Helps to heal cold sores

This product is such a life saver. I apply it when I feel a cold sore coming on and it usually stops it in it's tracks. It also helps heal cuts and scrapes

Great product

Used as a facial skin toner.

Excellent Product

Thank you for amazing products. The witch hazel is an absolute winner. I loved the small gift I received, thank you. It was the Aloe Vera Liquid-Gel. It is amazing, I will definitely be ordering that. I had an eye operation, and it helped me tremendously with the swelling and bruising.

Smells amazing

I use this as a toner and it’s magical

Great!

Don't hesistate to buy it, best one on the market here in SA! Thank you Essentially Nautural!

Witch Hazel distillate

I love this product. I use it to make a gooling spray with peppermint and lavender oil and my family and friends are crazy about it.

🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

First time using, I have acne on my back and chest.. It's drying out and I'm happy..

Love

Great to use when making bath bombs

Youthful faces

I purchased a 50ml to make a facial toner and it feels like sprites of luxury. I wish I had bought a larger quantity because I want to spray my hair every time I walk past the bottle

Excellent

Excellent product. Use it with Rosewater hydrasol. Love it.

Review

Excellent service,thank you

Perfect

I use it for yoga mat spray and its perfect

Perfect

I use this as an ingredient for my DIY face toner and i love it. It keeps face my oil free yet moisturised the entire day. I would definitely buy agaon as i have found other uses for it as well.

Witchhazel is definitely the girl she thinks she is

Been using for a few months as a toner, either spraying directly or applying with cotton pad. It has done wonders for my face, improving the appearance of dark marks, dealing with my acne prone skin and improved my skin tone as well. Even my teenage niece is impressed. I also got some for my partner to help with his hemorrhoids. That and a good old warm Epsom salt bath.

Very good

Pleased with this product!

Great Base

So Happy and Pleased with this product. I use it as a base to make a natural anti-mossie spray by adding in essential oils. Works every time!

Awesome product

Received the product very quickly and packed securely. Very happy with purchase, smells great and does the job.

Product service

Oh I love this product. I also received extra of it. This company is a great one. Keeping customers a happy.

Love

Love the smell 500ml just not enough

Witch Hazel 1L

Great service, thank you Essentially Natural. Pleased with this product. I use it in a variety of products along with Essential oils and found it makes all the difference to the quality of my products.

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This does not come in a spray bottle as indicated but a glass bottle with a lid.
Great toner for my sensitive skin.

Witch hazel

I got this as a gift and I'm inlove with it. My skin is responding well to this.

Gratidão

Bom dia, desculpa, irei escrever em português, sou de Moçambique. Gratidão a equipe, recebi a minha água Hamamelis, a 2 semanas, e já estou a usar. Resultados, incríveis, estou com a pele leve, e sem brilho do sebo. Amando. Irei comprar para minhas clientes