ume healthy balance astringent for oily & combination skin

UME Healthy Balance Astringent is great for use on oily and combination skin. This refreshing astringent energizes skin, removes dirty and oils, as well as hydrates and tones.

UME Toners and Astringents help remove surplus oils from the skin, gently stimulate circulation, and restore the skin’s acid mantle, leaving it feeling fresh and clean.

UME products are cruelty-free, not tested on animals and contain biodegradable ingredients. Please refill, reuse or recycle packaging.

Hamamelis virginiana (witch hazel) water (and) Ethanol, aqua (filtered water), acetic acid (apple cider vinegar), glycerine (vegetable), Fusanus spicatus (sandalwood) oil, Mentha viridis (spearmint) leaf oil.

Witch Hazel: Witch Hazel is an alcoholic extract from the Witch Hazel tree. UME Witch Hazel contains 85-86 % aqueous witch hazel extract and 14-15 % ethyl alcohol (preservative). Recognized as one of nature's best astringents it is particularly beneficial for those who experience oil and problematic skin. It has well documented anti-oxidant, healing, anti-inflammatory, soothing, and cooling properties.

Cider Vinegar: Apple cider vinegar has been used for centuries not only as an additive to food, but for medicinal and beauty treatments as well. Apple cider vinegar helps create an optimal pH balance and clarifies the skin by removing dirt and excess oils promoting much healthier skin. Removing dirt and oil also helps to eliminate acne, and prevents future break outs. Scientists have measured almost 90 different substances in apple cider vinegar, including a variety of minerals, trace elements, vitamins, enzymes and amino acids.

Sandalwood Australian: This exotic masculine oil has a deep rich aroma that is recognized as an aphrodisiac and a great stress buster. It has anti inflammatory, antiseptic and astringent qualities that make it a popular choice for use in facial blends as it helps balance and soothe irritated skin.

Spearmint: This oil has a fresh minty smell similar to Peppermint. It is uplifting, making it great for alleviating fatigue and depression and helps with congestion. Its astringent qualities make it beneficial for use in skin care products.

UME Healthy Balance Astringents should be used on clean skin, though it may be used as a cleanser. Spray cotton wool cosmetic pad until slightly wet and gently stroke over face and neck in an upward motion. Be gentle on delicate veins. Follow with your favourite moisturizer to help keep skin soft and supple.

Note: Astringents should not be used on dry, sensitive or aging skin. Even very oily skin types should avoid too frequent applications as this stimulates the oil glands.

Cautions: Pregnant, nursing women and those with serious medical conditions should consult with their doctor prior to using products that contain essential oils. For external use only. 

Astringents may also be used in the following manner.

Refreshing Facial Mist: UME Astringents may also be sprayed directly to skin as a refreshing facial mist. When spraying directly onto face and neck, hold bottle at least 12 inches away, close eyes and spay as often as needed. Let mist dry naturally.

Aftershave: UME Astringents works great as an aftershave. It helps to reduce razor burn and swelling, leaves the skin feeling soft and fresh.