Thayers Witch Hazel Astringent

Thayers Witch Hazel Astringent

$ Budget$12.99

tldr; Highly praised for smooth and comfortable, close shaves.

$12.99 on Amazon

Sentiment Breakdown

43%Positive
Positive
43%
Neutral
53%
Negative
4%
Based on 116 Reddit opinions

Strengths & Weaknesses

Each axis shows what % of Reddit comments are positive about that topic. Higher = more praise.

Key Features

  • Witch Hazel: proprietary extract contains 195% more tannins than competitors, tightens pores, controls acne and oil production, reduces redness and inflammation
  • Beneficial Tannins: mild antioxidant properties, reduces irritation, balances skin pH, clears skin
  • Conveniently Sized: 12 ounce bottle
  • Thayers: Withstanding the test of time, since 1847
  • 🪒 Delivers smooth, close shaves
  • ⚠️ May cause irritation for some users
  • 💰 Excellent value for the price point
  • ⚠️ Aggressive blade exposure requires careful

Sentiment Over Time

75%100%Apr '25May '25Oct '25Nov '25Dec '2585% (Apr '25) - 32.9 comments90% (May '25) - 6.1 comments77% (Oct '25) - 18.5 comments90% (Nov '25) - 10.5 comments100% (Dec '25) - 3.6 comments

Historical Price Data

Thayers Witch Hazel Astringent
$12$16$20Apr '25May '25May '25Jun '25Oct '25Nov '25Dec '25Dec '25Jan '26Feb '26Low: $9.99Current: $12.99
Thayers Witch Hazel Astringent
All-time low: $0.25(2014-01)

What Redditors Actually Say

What Redditors Say

Best praise vs top criticism for Thayers Witch Hazel Astringent

Best Praise
+7 pts
On most days, I simply apply Thayer's witch hazel and nothing more.
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Top Criticism
+2 pts
I'm a fan of T.N. Dickinson's witch hazel. I tried Thayers before, but preferred the feel of the little bit of natural alcohol in Dickinson's.
r/wicked_edge
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Thayers Witch Hazel Astringent worth buying?
Highly praised for smooth and comfortable, close shaves.
What do Redditors love about the Thayers Witch Hazel Astringent?
Redditors highlight: 🪒 Delivers smooth, close shaves. ⚠️ May cause irritation for some users. 💰 Excellent value for the price point.
What are the downsides of the Thayers Witch Hazel Astringent?
Some criticisms include: "I'm a fan of T.N. Dickinson's witch hazel. I tried Thayers before, but preferred the feel of the little bit of natural alcohol in Dickinson's."
How accurate are these ratings?
Our sentiment analysis is approximately 80-85% accurate compared to manual review. Products with more mentions (Thayers Witch Hazel Astringent has 116) tend to have more reliable scores.

116 Reddit opinions analyzed • Last updated 4/15/2026

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