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HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANA LEAF EXTRACT: INCI Ingredient

Last update on Jun 10, 2024
Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract is an anti-inflammatory and soothing agent widely used in personal care products. Its antibacterial properties help it to kill fungus and other harmful organisms present on the surface of the skin. This ingredient is also potent in loosening the dead skin cells and removing other dirt and dust particles trapped along with it. Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract is also known as American Witch Hazel and appears as an amber liquid in its raw form. It is loaded with flavonoids, polyphenols, hamamelitannin, and gallic acid which have many benefits for the skin and hair.
CAS Number: 84696-19-5Chem/IUPAC Name: Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf ExtractEINECS/ELINCS No: 283-637-9COSING REF No: 56500

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  • Witchhazel Cellular Extract
    by NATIVE EXTRACTS
    INCI: HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANA LEAF EXTRACT
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  • POLYPLANT ANTI-FATIGUE H.GL.-MS
    by Provital
    INCI: RUSCUS ACULEATUS ROOT EXTRACT | AESCULUS HIPPOCASTANUM SEED EXTRACT | HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANA LEAF EXTRACT | VITIS VINIFERA FRUIT EXTRACT | SODIUM BENZOATE | POTASSIUM SORBATE | GLYCERIN | AQUA
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  • MultiSal™ Skin Repair
    by Salvona Technologies
    INCI: ANTHEMIS NOBILIS FLOWER EXTRACT | BETA-GLUCAN | BUTYLENE GLYCOL | BUTYLPARABEN | CAMPHOR | CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT | CHOLESTEROL | COCAMIDOPROPYL DIMETHYLAMINE | ECHINACEA PURPUREA EXTRACT | ETHYLPARABEN | GLYCERIN | GLYCYRRHIZA GLABRA ROOT EXTRACT | HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANA LEAF EXTRACT | HYDRATED SILICA | HYDROLYZED CORN STARCH | HYDROXYPROPYL BISPALMITAMIDE MEA | HYPERICUM PERFORATUM EXTRACT | ISOBUTYLPARABEN | ISOMERIZED SAFFLOWER ACID | LACTIC ACID | LECITHIN | MENTHOL | METHYLPARABEN | NIACIN | PALMITIC ACID | PHENOXYETHANOL | PROPYLPARABEN | SALICYLIC ACID | TOCOPHEROL | ZINC SULFATE
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What is HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANA LEAF EXTRACT used for?

Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract is a natural ingredient with countless benefits for the personal care industry. It promotes healthy skin and hair by soothing the surface it is applied on and fighting off bacteria and fungi.
  • Skin care: Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract is used in skin care for its astringent, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. It helps tighten pores, reduce acne, and soothe irritation. It is effective in treating minor cuts, insect bites, and sunburns, and is commonly found in toners, cleansers, and anti-acne products
  • Hair care: For hair, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract helps reduce scalp irritation and dandruff due to its anti-inflammatory and astringent effects. It can also balance oil production, making it beneficial for both dry and oily scalps. It is often used in shampoos and scalp treatments for healthier hair and scalp

Origin

Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract is obtained from the American Witch Hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) plant native to North America. The leaves of this plant are harvested, dried, and crushed. For extraction, the cold pressing method is used in order to retain the maximum nutrients. The resulting liquid is filtered to remove solid particles, producing a clear extract.

What does HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANA LEAF EXTRACT do in a formulation?

ANTIMICROBIAL|
ANTIOXIDANT|
ASTRINGENT|
CLEANSING|
HAIR CONDITIONING|
SKIN CONDITIONING|
SOOTHING

Safety Profile

Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract is generally safe for use with no reported side effects within the recommended usage levels. However, high concentrations of this ingredient may cause skin irritation and dryness. It is best to perform a patch test before widespread use, especially in the case of sensitive skin.

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HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANA LEAF EXTRACT technical profile

Property Values
pH 3-5
Solubility Soluble in water
Viscosity Low