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American Distilling CERTIFIED ORGANIC WITCH HAZEL EXTRACT

American Distilling CERTIFIED ORGANIC WITCH HAZEL EXTRACT is a A clear, colorless to slight yellow distillate prepared from recently cut, partially dried dormant twigs of Hamamelis virginiana Linné, containing natural oils and 14% Organic Alcohol.

INCI Name: Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water

Functions: Anti-Inflammatory, Anti-Irritant, Astringent

Ingredient Origin: Natural Origin, Non-Animal Origin, Plant Origin

Labeling Claims: BSE-free, Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Gluten-free, Natural, Naturally Derived, Non-GMO, Organic, Plant-Based, TSE-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Certifications & Compliance: Organic Certified, USDA Certified

Benefit Claims: Anti-Inflammatory, Anti-Irritant, Blemish Control, Conditioning, Ease of Formulation, Oil Control, Soothing, Toning

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Identification & Functionality

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Extraction Method

Distillation

Country of Origin

USA

Features & Benefits

Benefits

General

  • Value added natural ingredient for cosmetic products
  • Easy to use highly stable liquid product
  • Alcohol, water and glycol soluble
  • Great base for a multitude of formulations
  • Easily incorporated into clear formulations as well as many other creams and lotions
  • Increases your product’s organic percentage

Skin Care

  • Removes excess oil (sebum)
  • Controls oil production
  • Reduces skin blemishes
  • Cleanses and conditions skin tones and tightens pores
  • Soothes irritation

Personal Care

  • Relieves irritation and discomfort
  • Soothes, refreshes and cools

Applications & Uses

AP/Deo Applications
Oral Care Applications
Wipes, Tissue & Towel Applications
Cosmetic applications

Excellent for all skin types including sensitive, oily and dry. It is commonly found in cleansers, toners, anti-aging products and in products for blemished or acne-prone skin.

 

Pharmaceutical Applications

This ingredient is used in products that treat a variety of skin conditions relating to irritation and swelling. It has also been widely accepted for use in products for chronic skin conditions such as psoriasis, cracked or blistered skin, diaper rash, windburn, and sunburn.

Recommended Levels

Cosmetic: Greater than 20%

 

Properties

Odor
Characteristic Witch Hazel free from acetous odor
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Clarity0.00 - 0.25-NTU (MFG)
Refractive Index.1.337 – 1.346-MFG
Specific Gravity (20℃)0.976 - 0.982-BPC
Specific Gravity (25℃)0.979 - 0.983-USP
Alcohol (Ethanol-Organic)14.0 - 15.0%USP
Total Non-Volatile Residuemin. 25/100mg/mlUSP
pH Value (25°C)3.0 - 5.0-USP
Acetone, Other Ketones, Isopropyl Alcohol & T-Butyl AlcoholNegative-NFXI
FormaldehydeNegative-NFXI (BPC)
Yeast & Mold Plate Countmax. 10CFU/mLMFG
Gram Neg./Gram Pos. Bacteria Countmax. 1CFU/mLMFG

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Certification
  • This product is made from 100% Certified Organic Witch Hazel plant material and Certified Organic Alcohol. Organic labeling claims on multi-ingredient products must be made in accordance with federal law (7 C.F.R. Part 205) or other applicable laws with respect to the country where the product is marketed.
  • American Distilling has been certified by Oregon Tilth (OTCO) as a wild crop producer and Quality Assurance International (QAI) as a handler (processor) for the above organic product.

Packaging & Availability

Standard Packaging

Gallon, 5 Gallons, 55 Gallons and 275 Gallons

Storage & Handling

Storage Condition

Store in a cool place. Protect from freezing. Product will discolor if it comes in contact with iron.