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Witch Hazel - Hamamelis virginiana

Internally Witch Hazel is commonly used for :

  • diarrhoea
  • colitis
  • excessive menstruation and vaginal discharge

Externally for:

  • varicose veins
  • sprains
  • bruises
  • burns
  • skin inflammation

Witch hazel is an astringent, and has anti-inflammatory and antiviral properties.

Witch hazel contains antioxidants and compounds like gallic acid and tannins that helps prevent widespread inflammation

Used externally it can help reduce skin irritation and inflamed or broken skin

Which hazel as a toner acts as an astringent, causing the tissue to contract to help shrink pores while soothing the skin and relieving inflammation which will be helpful in the treatment of acne. This may prevent acne-causing bacteria from infecting the skin.

Warning:Do not use when pregnant or breastfeeding.


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