Question 1

Does this contain synthetic fragance (rose) or is it from essential oils?

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I was also curious if the fragrance contained any synthetic ingredients so I contacted the company. I received a response from an Eileen at Thayers, she stated "the scent is all natural from the rose petal itself". Hope this helps!!

Question 2

How is this different from the Witch Hazel you can buy at Target?

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Commonly used plant extract that can have potent antioxidant properties and some anti-irritant properties. However, witch hazel's high tannin content (tannin is a potent antioxidant) can also make it irritating if used repeatedly on skin because it constricts blood flow. The bark of the witch hazel plant has a higher tannin content than the leaves. Producing witch hazel water by steam distillation removes the tannins, but the plant's astringent qualities are what most believe give it benefit. 1, 2, 3Alcohol is added during the distillation process, the amount typically being 14-15%. 4 Witch hazel water is distilled from all parts of the plant; therefore, you never know exactly what you're getting, although the alcohol content remains.Depending on the form of witch hazel, you're exposing your skin either to an irritating amount of alcohol (which causes free-radical damage and collagen breakdown) or to tannins, or both. Moreover, witch hazel contains the fragrance chemical eugenol, which is another source of irritation. 5TAKEN FROM PAULA'S CHOICE INGREDIENT DICTIONARY

Question 3

does the rose water break out anyones face?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the rose water witch hazel makes me break out if I use it on my face. I have incredibly sensitive skin, and basically all rose-based items make me break out. I love both the lavender and cucumber formulas as facial toners - lavender is easier to find - and I reserve the rose for eczema, irritated non-facial skin, hands, and feet.

Question 4

You product states 'paraben free' yet this is an ingredient:  Methylparaben.  Please advise?

Accepted Answer

Grapeseed extract is the culprit here.  That ingredient often includes "BENZETHONIUM CHLORIDE, METHYLPARABEN, TRICLOSAN" according to the researchers at the Environmental Working Group.  It would be nice if a representative from Thayer's would chime in on this topic.

ASIN	B00016XJ4M
Active Ingredients	Witch Hazel
Best Sellers Rank	#150,121 in Beauty ( See Top 100 in Beauty ) #1,329 in Toners
Brand	Thayer's
Customer Reviews	4.4 out of 5 stars 21,112 Reviews
Item Form	Liquid
Item Volume	12 Fluid Ounces
Item Weight	355 Grams
Manufacturer	Thayer's
Manufacturer Part Number	2724318095142
Material Feature	Natural, Organic
Material Features	Natural, Organic
Material Type Free	Alcohol Free,Hypoallergenic,Paraben Free
Model number	646562
Number of Items	1
Product Benefits	Soothing,Hypoallergenic
Recommended Uses For Product	Toning
Scent	Rose,Citrus
Skin Type	Sensitive
UPC	041507070035
Unit Count	355 Milliliters

Thayer's Alcohol Free Rose Petal Witch Hazel With Aloe Vera, 355 ml

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