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ORIGINAL WITCH HAZEL ASTRINGENT

Oily To Combo Skin Oil Control

Helps reduce excess oil

A gentle, pH-balanced facial astringent formulated with non-distilled Witch Hazel and Aloe Vera. It immediately removes excess oil and minimizes shine while leaving your skin feeling purified, hydrated, and balanced.

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Meet the iconic formula that started it all. Thayers Original Witch Hazel Astringent is a gentle, pH-balanced witch hazel toner designed to immediately remove excess oil and minimize shine. Crafted with our authentic, non-distilled Witch Hazel and Aloe Vera, this facial astringent preserves naturally occurring tannins to provide antioxidant benefits and improve skin barrier function in just 1 hour. Ideal for oily to combo skin and safe for sensitive skin, it purifies and balances without over-drying. Keep your skin in check with the natural remedy backed by over 175 years of heritage.

• Immediately removes excess oil and minimizes shine.
•  Clinically tested to improve skin barrier function in 1 hour.
• Preserves naturally occurring tannins for powerful antioxidant benefits.
• Leaves skin feeling purified, hydrated, and balanced.
• Helps control oil for a clear, healthy-looking complexion.

•  Formulated for oily to combo skin and safe for sensitive skin.
• pH-balanced facial astringent.
• Made with certified organic, non-distilled Witch Hazel.
• Packaging Details: This product comes in a clear bottle with a red cap. 
• Size: 12 fl oz (355 mL). 
• Product Dimensions: 6.22 x 2.71 x 2.44 inches
• Product Form: Clear liquid.

•  Step 1: Cleanse your face to remove dirt and makeup.
• Step 2: Apply the witch hazel astringent to a cotton pad and gently sweep across the face and neck.
• Step 3: Follow up with your favorite moisturizer to lock in hydration.
• Step 4: Use morning and night as the toning step in your daily routine. For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes.

Key Ingredients include:
•  Non-Distilled Witch Hazel: Certified organic and grown exclusively for Thayers on a family farm in Connecticut. Our unique, non-distilled extraction process preserves naturally occurring tannins for superior antioxidant and soothing benefits.
• Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice): A hydrating plant hero that helps calm, soothe, and nourish the skin.
• Glycerin: A powerful humectant that draws moisture into the skin to keep it hydrated and balanced.
(Note: This formula contains 10% SD Alcohol 40-B and a natural witch hazel fragrance to provide a refreshing, clarifying experience.)

 

Purified Water• SD Alcohol 40-B (Natural Grain) 10% • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (Certified Organic Filet of Aloe Vera) • Hamamelis Virgiana Extract (made from Certified Organic Witch Hazel) • Glycerin (Vegetable) • Fragrance (Natural Witch Hazel) • Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract • Citric Acid

Oil Control for Oily to Combo Skin

This witch hazel astringent is your skin's little reset button for midday shine. Designed specifically as an astringent for oily skin and combo skin, it immediately sweeps away excess oil and impurities while delivering essential hydration for a purified, shine-free finish.

Thayers Toner promotional graphic shows a close-up of a woman with sleek dark hair and gold rings examining her clear skin through a magnifying glass against a red polka-dot background, with bold white text reading "KEEPS SKIN BALANCED, CONTROLS OIL, MATTIFIES & SOOTHES SKIN."

Non-Distilled Witch Hazel + Aloe Vera

We zoom in on the facts so you get the best results. Not all witch hazel is created equal. Thayers uses a proprietary, non-distilled extraction method that maintains the high levels of naturally occurring tannins in the plant.
  • Antioxidant Power: These tannins provide powerful antioxidant benefits to protect and balance the skin.
  • Barrier Support: Blended with soothing Aloe Vera, this formula actually improves your skin's barrier function in just 1 hour.
  • Clarifying Refresh: The addition of a mild cosmetic alcohol (10%) provides that classic, refreshing astringent feel to keep oily skin perfectly in check.

Find Your Perfect Toner

MSRP Key Ingredients Product Benefits Skin Types Product texture When to use Free from drying alcohols No Added Fragrance Suitable for Sensitive Skin
ORIGINAL WITCH HAZEL ASTRINGENT
Thayers Original Astringent front of bottle
ORIGINAL WITCH HAZEL ASTRINGENT
$10.95 Aloe, Witch Hazel, Glycerin Removes impurities, downsizes pores, evens skin tone, smooths texture, hydrates for 8 hours All Liquid AM/PM
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BLEMISH CLEARING 2% BHA TONER
Thayers Blemish Clearing 2% BHA Toner front of bottle
BLEMISH CLEARING 2% BHA TONER
$14.99 2% Salicylic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Lemongrass, Aloe Penetrates pores to clear acne and blackheads, prevents future breakouts Acne prone
 Liquid AM/PM
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HYDRATING MILKY TONER
Thayers Hydrating Milky Face Toner with Snow Mushroom front of bottle
HYDRATING MILKY TONER
$14.99 Snow Mushroom + Hyaluronic Acid 48HR hydration, strengthens skin barrier, smooths texture, removes impurities, preps skin Normal to dry Milky AM/PM
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EXFOLIATING 2% AHA TONER
Thayers 2% AHA Toner front of bottle
EXFOLIATING 2% AHA TONER
$14.99 Witch Hazel + 2% AHA Blend Gently exfoliates, reduces apperance of pores, evens skin tone, smooths skin texture, preps skin All
 Liquid AM/PM
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OIL BALANCING JELLY TONER FOR OILY SKIN
Front pack shot of Thayer's Oil Balancing Jelly Toner for minimizing pores and absorbing excess oil.
OIL BALANCING JELLY TONER FOR OILY SKIN
$14.99 Kombucha, Kaolin Clay, 2% Niacinamide Absorbs oil all day, Minmizes pores, lightweight, fast abosrbing, cooling/ refreshing, hydrates all day Combo and oily
 Lightweight Serum
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ROSE PETAL FACIAL TONER MIST
Thayers Rose Petal Water Witch Hazel Facial Toner Mist front of bottle
ROSE PETAL FACIAL TONER MIST
$10.95 Aloe, Witch Hazel, Glycerin Removes impurities, downsizes pores, evens skin tone, smooths texture, hydrates for 8 hours All
 Liquid Mist
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Witch Hazel Astringent FAQs

  • A witch hazel astringent sweeps away excess oil, impurities, and leftover makeup after cleansing. It minimizes shine and leaves the skin feeling purified, balanced, and prepped for moisturizer.
  • Yes, it is an excellent astringent for oily skin and combo skin. It immediately removes excess oil and minimizes shine without stripping the skin of its essential moisture.
  • Yes. Despite being highly effective at oil control, our pH-balanced formula is dermatologist-tested and proven safe for sensitive skin types.
  • A facial astringent typically contains a mild alcohol to help deeply clean and remove excess oil, making it ideal for oily or acne-prone skin. A facial toner is usually alcohol-free and focuses more on hydrating and balancing the skin.
  • Yes. This specific formula contains 10% SD Alcohol 40-B to provide a refreshing, deep-cleaning finish that oily and combo skin types love. If you prefer an alcohol-free option, check out our Thayers Facial Toners.
  • You can use this facial astringent twice daily. We recommend applying it every morning and night right after cleansing.
  • Non-distilled witch hazel preserves the naturally occurring tannins found in the plant. These tannins offer powerful antioxidant benefits that help soothe the skin, reduce redness, and improve skin barrier function.
  • Yes! In fact, that is the best way to use it. Applying your witch hazel astringent directly after cleansing creates a smooth, balanced canvas, allowing your moisturizer to absorb more effectively.

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