How to Care for Your Skin Using Witch Hazel

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Ngày cập nhật gần nhất: 15/4/2026

Content

Steps

Using Witch Hazel on Your Face

Addressing Skin Concerns with Witch Hazel

Using Products Containing Witch Hazel

Preparing an Herbal Witch Hazel Infusion

What You'll Need

Using Witch Hazel on Your Face

Addressing Skin Issues with Witch Hazel

Using Products Containing Witch Hazel

Infusing Herbs with Witch Hazel

If you're searching for a natural skincare method, consider trying witch hazel. Witch hazel is known for its pore-tightening and antibacterial properties, making it ideal for soothing irritated or inflamed skin. Simply spray a witch hazel-based toner on your face or apply it directly to blemishes. You can also mix witch hazel with aloe vera gel and apply it to sunburned areas. Another option is to steep herbs in witch hazel to create a mask or use it as a post-shave treatment.

Steps

Using Witch Hazel on Your Face

Cleanse your face thoroughly. Splash warm water on your face and gently massage with your favorite cleanser. Rinse off the cleanser with cold water. Next, pat your skin dry with a soft, clean towel.

Avoid scrubbing harshly or using strong cleansers, as they can damage your skin.

Test on a small area of skin first to check for reactions. If you suspect your skin is sensitive, apply a small amount of witch hazel to your jawline. Wait 5 to 10 minutes to observe how your skin reacts. Witch hazel is particularly effective for oily skin due to its pore-tightening properties.

If you experience an allergic reaction, you may notice redness, irritation, or a rash. Discontinue use if any of these symptoms occur.
Since there is no conclusive research on the safety of witch hazel for pregnant women, it’s best to avoid using it during pregnancy.

Soak a cotton pad or ball with witch hazel. Purchase high-quality witch hazel from an organic store or pharmacy. If you have sensitive skin, opt for a low-alcohol formula to prevent dryness. Dip a cotton pad or ball into the witch hazel until it’s damp.

Gently swipe the cotton pad across your face to tone your skin. Use the witch hazel-soaked cotton pad to cleanse your freshly washed face. Your skin will feel moist for a few seconds before drying quickly.

Focus on specific areas to soothe irritation and target breakouts. Since witch hazel cleanses and calms the skin, apply it to oily or acne-prone areas. For example, use the soaked cotton pad on your T-zone (forehead and nose) if it tends to get oily.

Limit witch hazel use to 1-2 times daily on your face. If you’re new to using witch hazel, start with once a day to allow your skin to adjust without over-drying. After a few days, you can increase usage to twice daily if needed.

Addressing Skin Concerns with Witch Hazel

Use witch hazel after cleansing to tone skin and tighten pores. Prepare a 30ml spray bottle by mixing 15ml rose water with 15ml witch hazel. Add 9 drops of your favorite essential oil (such as tea tree, lavender, or geranium) and seal the bottle. Shake well to combine the ingredients. Spray the mixture directly onto your skin or onto a cotton pad to wipe across your face.

You can blend different essential oils. For example, try 4 drops of geranium and 5 drops of tea tree oil.
To remove makeup or cleanse impurities after washing, pour a small amount of the mixture onto a cotton pad and gently wipe your face and neck.

Reduce puffiness and under-eye bags. Soak 2 cotton pads in witch hazel or herbal-infused witch hazel. Close your eyes and place the pads over your under-eye area. Leave them on for 3-5 minutes before removing.

Witch hazel will tighten the skin and reduce swelling around the eyes.

Soothe sunburn discomfort. Take a fingertip-sized amount of aloe vera gel in your palm. Add 1-2 teaspoons (5-10ml) of witch hazel or herbal-infused witch hazel and mix with your fingertip. Apply the aloe vera and witch hazel blend to sunburned areas on your face and let it dry. Reapply as needed.

Apply a thin layer to allow the gel to dry quickly. You’ll feel a cooling sensation as the mixture begins to work.
Witch hazel can dry out the skin, so avoid applying it directly to sunburned areas without dilution.

Calm irritated skin and treat acne. If you have acne or pustules, soak a cotton pad in witch hazel and press it directly onto the affected area for a few minutes. Repeat this 1-2 times daily until the breakout subsides.

Studies show that witch hazel has astringent and antibacterial properties, making it effective in reducing inflammation caused by acne and eczema.

Heal open wounds and reduce bruising. Soak a cotton pad or ball in witch hazel and apply it to wounds or bruises on your face. Hold the pad in place for 2 to 3 minutes. Witch hazel will quickly dry the wound, speeding up the healing process.

Apply witch hazel to bruises or wounds 2-3 times daily.

Gently remove stubborn or waterproof makeup. Dampen a cotton pad with witch hazel and gently wipe it across your face and neck. This is an effective way to cleanse hard-to-remove makeup without harsh scrubbing that can irritate the skin.

Using Products Containing Witch Hazel

Apply an anti-inflammatory mask with witch hazel. If your skin is red or irritated, try a soothing face mask. Mix 1 teaspoon (5ml) of witch hazel with 2 teaspoons (10ml) of honey for dry skin. For oily skin, combine witch hazel with 1 egg white. Spread the witch hazel mask mixture on your face and leave it on for about 20 minutes. Rinse off the mask with cold water and pat your skin dry.

Avoid scrubbing your skin when removing the mask, as this can damage sensitive skin.

Use a witch hazel-based moisturizer to hydrate and tighten pores. Purchase a facial moisturizer containing witch hazel and apply it after cleansing. This product will lock in moisture and soothe irritated skin. Use the witch hazel moisturizer once daily.

Apply a witch hazel-based cream to manage eczema flare-ups. Choose a skin cream containing 10-20% witch hazel and phosphatidylcholine. Apply the cream to itchy and irritated areas on your face 2-3 times daily. Studies show that the combination of witch hazel and phosphatidylcholine is as effective as 1% hydrocortisone.

Preparing an Herbal Witch Hazel Infusion

Purchase high-quality witch hazel. Visit organic stores, pharmacies, or supermarkets and select witch hazel with at least 86% witch hazel extract. Ensure the product contains no more than 14% alcohol to avoid skin irritation or dryness.

Choose dried herbs to infuse with witch hazel. Use one or more of your favorite herbs to create a witch hazel infusion. Select herbs that blend well together. Consider trying:

Basil
Calendula
Chamomile
Sencha tea
Lavender
Lemon balm or lemon peel
Lemongrass
Orange peel
Peppermint leaves
Rose petals
Rosemary
Vanilla beans

Place the herbs in a jar and pour witch hazel over them. Decide how concentrated you want your herbal infusion to be. For a mild blend, add only a few tablespoons of dried herbs. For a stronger infusion, fill the jar almost to the top with herbs. Pour enough witch hazel to cover the herbs by about 5cm.

Leave some space in the jar to allow the herbs to expand as they soak in the witch hazel.

Store the jar in a cool, shaded area. After sealing the jar, place it in a dry and cool spot, away from direct sunlight. Ensure the jar is kept at a stable temperature.

You can store the jar in a cupboard. However, avoid placing it in a pantry or storage area where temperatures may fluctuate unpredictably.

Shake the jar daily for about 2 weeks. To ensure the herbs expand and absorb the witch hazel, shake the jar at least once a day throughout the infusion process. Let the mixture steep for at least 2 weeks before use.

If the herbs expand significantly and rise to the surface, add more witch hazel to the jar.

Strain the witch hazel into a new jar. Place a clean jar in the sink and position a strainer over it. Open the jar containing the herb-infused witch hazel and slowly pour it through the strainer into the new jar. Label the jar with the straining date and the types of herbs used.

Use the herbal witch hazel infusion. Dip a cotton pad into the infused witch hazel and apply it to your face for quick hydration, or dab it along your jawline as a post-shave treatment. Rinse your face to completely remove any makeup or residue.