Witch Hazel is an astringent compound produced from the leaves & bark of the North American Witch Hazel shrub (Hamamelis).  Native Americans used extracts of Witch Hazel extensively for medicinal purposes, & early Puritan settlers also adopted this remedy.  It is still widely used today in a variety of skincare products. At Natures Aid, the Witch Hazel is a vegan friendly & easy to use, skin tonic & cleansing lotion.