Ingredient · dataset v56
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract and fungal acne
No known trigger
Why it's not a known trigger
Witch hazel extract (partless form); aqueous/glycol, no oil version in cosmetic use. Round-3 2b, approved.
Evidence strength
Judged neutral — no trigger evidence
Function
Botanical extract
Also listed as
Witch Hazel Extract
Checked products with this ingredient (1)
Product types: Micellar waters
Micellar waters (1)
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Sources
EU CosIng database — search the INCI name
Last reviewed: 2026-10-13 (dataset v56).
Questions
Does Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract trigger fungal acne?
No known trigger: Witch hazel extract (partless form); aqueous/glycol, no oil version in cosmetic use. Round-3 2b, approved.
Does Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract feed Malassezia?
No known link: Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract is judged with no known trigger. One screened ingredient is not a product verdict — when in doubt, ask a dermatologist.
Is this medical advice?
No. We screen ingredient lists; we never diagnose, treat, or certify products. When in doubt, ask a dermatologist.
Check a full list containing Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract →
Not medical advice: we screen ingredient lists for potential triggers — we never diagnose, treat, or certify products. Dataset v56.