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Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Can worsen Dry Skin
Some ingredients have the potential to dry out skin, especially in higher concentrations or for those with already dry or sensitive skin. Not everyone will experience dryness from them. How your skin reacts can depend on the product, concentration, and your unique skin type.
Explained
Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract comes from the witch hazel plant.
Witch Hazel is an astringent, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antibacterial ingredient.
The tannin in witch hazel has a drying effect when used on skin and constricts proteins. This helps minimize the look of large pores. The presence of tannins and fragrance may be sensitizing.
The catechins in witch hazel have anti-inflammatory properties while the gallic acid is antibacterial.
Indigenous groups have used witch hazel to help treat inflammation, which was then used by early settlers to North America.
See all 597 products with Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Users who like it
27%
Users who avoid it
73%
What it does
Skin Conditioning
To hydrate and soften skin
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.6%
Top categories
Cleansers
Treatments
Moisturizers
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 50%
Concentration
Concentrations we've seen
0%
References
Products with Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
56500
INCI Name
HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANA LEAF EXTRACT
EC #
 283-637-9
All Functions
Skin Conditioning
