THAYERS Original Witch Hazel Astringent with Aloe Vera, 12 Ounce Bottle

I’m absolutely in love with the THAYERS Original Witch Hazel Astringent with Aloe Vera. It’s become a staple in my skincare and self-care routine. I pair it with the Thayers Blemish Clearing Acne Pads and the Alcohol-Free Rose Petal Witch Hazel Toner, and together they create the perfect trifecta for clean, glowing, balanced skin. This astringent is gentle yet effective—I use it morning and night, right after showers. And not just on my face! I apply it to my scalp, neck, underarms, and anywhere I want to feel refreshed and soothed. The aloe vera adds a calming touch, and the witch hazel keeps my skin feeling clean without drying it out. If you’re looking for a versatile, skin-loving product line that delivers results and smells amazing, Thayers is it. Total game-changer!

I’ve seen the rave reviews for this over the years so I started off with a small bottle as a tester. Friends, let me tell you..this stuff is magic in a bottle. I have some hormonal acne around my neck/chin and some congestion. I use a Paula’s Choice face wash and follow up with the Thayer’s on a flannel. It removes any last traces of makeup and leaves my skin feeling supple and clean, not at all dry or right like some astringents or “toners”. This does not contain alcohol in it, and the rose scent is heavenly!!! Also, it is important to note that it is rose water, not an essential oil which can be harmful for the skin. I then use Paula’s Choice 2 percent BHA (another absolutely hero of a product for acne and blackheads and texture) and then Paula’s Choice 5 percent benzoyl peroxide at night and then just face wash, Thayer’s and sunscreen in the morning. I know this is a review for Thayer’s, but the reason I mentioned the other products in my routine is because they have absolutely changed my life as far as my complexion goes. And adding in the Thayer’s, I can see a marked improvement in my skins tone, clarity, and texture. Maybe if someone is having some problems with their skin they could look up some of the other products I mentioned. , because this routine WORKS!!!

Love the product

Cleans face but very dry afterwards

"Thayers Witch Hazel" has been around for a long time, and is an excellent product for what it is intended - a moisturizing skin toner. It has very little odor, is clean and refreshing, and will tone and tighten your skin. It's also an astringent in addition to this particular product's alcohol base, so has some mild antibacterial properties. And it does contain some witch hazel extract - fourth ingredient down. It works great for a stand-alone aftershave, or a soothing lotion for irritated skin. Lots of natural ingredients, so not packed with mysterious chemicals. And Thayers comes in a dizzying array of scents and varieties - Lavender, Cucumber, Lemon, Rose, astringent pads, mouth spray, alcohol and alcohol-free, to name a few. So 5 stars for a great, all-purpose skin toner, antiseptic and aftershave. What it is not: It is not, of course, witch hazel. Really, no commercial product is "witch hazel," unless you are referring to the plant, Hamamelis Virginiana. Many cosmetic products including this one contain witch hazel extract, which is prepared by distilling witch hazel leaves, twigs and bark in an alcohol solution, resulting in (usually) about a 14% alcohol/water solution containing essential oils and organics from the witch hazel plant. There is no such thing as "pure" witch hazel, unless you are referring to this extract or the plant itself. This Thayers product does contain witch hazel extract in a 10% alcohol solution, along with 5 other ingredients, mostly scent and moisturizers. So while suitable as a stand-alone lotion or aftershave, it's not really ideal for application underneath anything else - because of those extra ingredients, it will leave a sticky film on your skin, particularly under another aftershave or lotion. Good for moisturizing, not so much for combining with other moisturizers. There is another product that is just witch hazel extract - Dickinsons - that only contains witch hazel organics in a 14% alcohol solution, that will dry on your skin and leave nothing behind, good for a cooling astringent splash that can be applied before using another aftershave or moisturizer, or if you don't favor the tacky feel that Thayers leaves. But Thayers is an all-in-one that is hard to beat if you just want to splash and go. Recommended.

This is my second bottle, and I couldn't be happier with the results. My first bottle, which I bought years ago, didn't seem to make a noticeable difference, so I set it aside with my other unused products. However, about a month ago, I decided to give it another shot before spending money on a toner. I used it day and night after washing my face, and within just a week, a friend commented on how amazing my skin looked! The only change I made was incorporating this product into my routine. I’ve noticed my pores shrinking, my skin feeling tighter, a clearer complexion, and an overall brightness that I love. Considering the price, this product is worth every cent. I plan to continue using it as long as it remains effective, and I’m excited to see where it takes my skincare journey!

I really love these pads. Really good at cleaning up any part of your body. I have been a long time sufferer of eczema and these pads do not irritate my skin. Took them on my international trip and they were extremely convenient for on the go use during layovers. Good at cleaning up the oily feeling of sitting on a plane for 10+ hours. Pros: Hold moisture pretty well, very convenient for on the go, cleanses oily skin fairly well. I didn't experience the pads drying up. I expect that as long as you keep the cap on, the pads drying out shouldn't be an issue. I've had them sit on my shelf for 2 months and they still were very moist. Not a strong alcohol smell, very gentle. Girlfriend used these to remove her makeup and liked how they did not irritate her skin. Cons: In my experience, due to the small size of the pads, it does take a couple of them to really all of my face cleaned up. I would not recommended for cleansing large areas of your body. They tend to tear/break pretty easily. Overall: Great product for on the go cleaning your face and travel. Would highly recommend for travel use for anyone. Not meant for large areas of body, would probably only recommend for face or even more private parts if needed...

I’ve been using this product for over 2 years and it has been really good for my skin. I use it twice daily with a cotton pad on clean skin. It helps remove dirt while adding moisture to my skin. I recommend.