Witch Hazel Oil
Plant Oil
Plant oil for skin and hair formulas.
TECHNICAL DATA
Classification Plant oil · Emollient
Appearance Oily liquid
Solubility Soluble in oils and fats
FUNCTION
Emollient and nourishingMoisturizerNatural antioxidantLipophilic carrier
APPLICATIONS
CreamsOilsBody productsCreams and lotionsMassage oilsHair care productsHandmade soaps
DESCRIPTION
Plant oil
Plant oil obtained from witch hazel. Emollient and nourishing for skin and hair. Rich in essential fatty acids and natural vitamin E.
Practical formulation guide
Usage level: 2 %–100 % depending on the formulation
How to use and incorporate: Add to the oil phase of the formula. Oils rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids (linoleic, linolenic) are heat-sensitive: add them during cool-down (below 40 °C/104 °F) or heat them as briefly as possible. In anhydrous products (body oils, balms) blend cold or warm.
Formulation tips:
- Add an antioxidant such as tocopherol (vitamin E) at 0.05–0.5 % to delay rancidity and extend shelf life.
- Combine light, fast-absorbing oils with heavier oils to adjust the skin feel; dry oils work well in facial serums and heavier oils in balms and products for dry skin.
- Before scaling up, make a pilot batch and run a stability test (cycles at 4 / 25 / 45 °C/39 / 77 / 113 °F for 4 weeks, checking odor, color, pH, viscosity and separation) in the final packaging.
Storage: Store in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight.
Precautions: Low-hazard product. Avoid contact with eyes. Spills make surfaces slippery.
Technical information for formulators: This sheet describes industrial uses of the raw material in the development of cosmetic products. It is not an efficacy claim for any finished product. The person responsible for the formulation must validate the concentration, compatibility and claims of their product in accordance with applicable regulations.
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