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Botanical Infusions & Waters

The Ingredients Store supplies 22 botanical infusions and waters in the UK: herbal oil infusions such as calendula, arnica and carrot tissue, aloe vera gels, juices and concentrate, alcohol-free and BPC/USP witch hazel, and floral waters. Pack sizes run from 100ml to 100kg, with organic options on many lines. Each product lists its INCI name, with a specification and safety data sheet available for most.

Herbal oil infusions, aloe vera gels, witch hazel and floral waters.

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Buying guide

What botanical infusions and waters are

This collection brings together plant ingredients that arrive ready to use in a formula: oil infusions for the oil phase, and aloe, witch hazel and floral waters for the water phase. They let you add a named botanical to a product without handling raw herbs, and they make an easy step up for makers moving from simple oils to emulsions.

How to choose

FormatPhaseExamples
Oil infusionsOil phase, balms, body oils, soapCalendula, Arnica, Goji Berry, Amla Organic
Aloe veraWater phase, gelsAloe Vera Cosmetic Clear Gel, Aloe Vera 10:1 Concentrate
Witch hazelWater phase, tonersWitch Hazel, Alcohol-Free, Witch Hazel BPC/USP 14%
Floral watersWater phase, mistsRoman Chamomile Water Organic

For toners on sensitive-skin lines, many brands choose the alcohol-free witch hazel (INCI: Hamamelis Virginiana Water and Phenoxyethanol), which is already preserved. The BPC/USP distillate contains 14% alcohol. With aloe, a 10:1 concentrate saves storage and freight when you dilute it back with water in your own process. For balms and other water-free products, Aloe Vera Oily Extract in Coconut is an oil-soluble way to include aloe in the formula.

Preservation: water-based ingredients such as aloe juice, gels and floral waters support microbial growth once they are part of a finished product, so formulas containing them need a broad-spectrum preservative system, such as Spectrastat GHL Natural, and a challenge test. Oil infusions do not need a preservative on their own but benefit from an antioxidant.

Popular picks

See also botanical extracts, carrier oils and natural butters.

Bulk and trade supply

Oil infusions are sold in 1kg and 5kg (several also in 500ml), witch hazel alcohol-free up to 25kg, and aloe cosmetic gel up to 100kg (4 x 25kg). Larger batches and bespoke infusions are quoted on request through our bespoke blends service or by emailing support@theingredientsstore.com.

Documentation and quality

The INCI name on each page shows the plant and the carrier or preservative. For most products we hold a specification and safety data sheet, plus a supplier product statement and manufacturing flow chart. Alcohol-free witch hazel also has an IFRA certificate, EU allergen declaration and food allergen declaration. Certificates of analysis are available on request.

Buying at scale or for manufacturing?

Formulators can find these alongside our wider range on the cosmetic ingredients supplier page, brands producing at volume should see cosmetic and personal care manufacturers, and spas using floral waters and aloe can see wellness, aromatherapy and spa ingredients.

Botanical Infusions & Waters: key facts
Products in range22 infusions, gels and waters
TypesOil infusions, aloe gels and concentrate, witch hazel, floral water
Pack sizes100ml to 100kg (aloe gel 4 x 25kg)
Organic optionsCalendula, arnica, comfrey, carrot tissue, amla, green tea, vanilla, chamomile water
DocumentsSpecification and SDS for most; CoA on request
Typical usesToners, gels, creams, balms, body oils, soap

FAQs

What is the difference between alcohol-free witch hazel and witch hazel BPC?

Our alcohol-free witch hazel is a distillate preserved with phenoxyethanol and contains no alcohol. The BPC/USP distillate contains 14% alcohol, which acts as the preservative and gives a more astringent feel.

How do I use aloe vera 10:1 concentrate?

Dilute one part concentrate with nine parts water to make the equivalent of single-strength aloe, or add it directly at a lower level to the water phase of your formula.

Which phase do infused oils go into?

Oil infusions go into the oil phase of creams and lotions, or straight into balms, body oils and soap. Waters, aloe and witch hazel go into the water phase.

Can I buy aloe vera gel in bulk?

Yes. Aloe Vera Cosmetic Clear Gel is sold up to 100kg (4 x 25kg), and the aloe and seaweed gel up to 50kg. Contact us for larger or regular quantities.