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Witch Hazel is an herbal remedy that is recognized world-wide as a natural cleanser and toner.
Witch hazel is used as a natural astringent, it treats blemishes already present on the face or other areas of the body.
It also tightens skin and reduces inflammation which makes this an ideal natural remedy for treating discoloration and puffiness under and around eyes.
Uses
1. Facial Cleansing
Witch hazel has the unique ability to clean skin pores and dry up excessive oil without leaving skin too dry. Witch hazel can often replace a daily cleanser for those with normal skin types. For oily or acne prone skin, swabbing witch hazel throughout the day is a great way to quickly wipe off excessive oil without the hassle of a full face wash.
2. Acne Treatment
The tannin content in witch hazel has strong astringent as well as antioxidant properties. These astringent properties are cleansing to the skin, while minimizing the size of skin pores. Unlike many harsh commercial acne formulations, it is gentle and non-drying when used to tone and cleanse acne-infected or acne-prone skin. Plain witch hazel may be applied to the skin straight from the bottle using cotton balls.
3. Bags Under The Eyes
Some people say that the application of hemorrhoid cream to those little baggies under your eyes can take them away. It’s not an old wives’ tale. One of the magic ingredients in a product like Preparation H is witch hazel, which helps tighten up the skin and reduce the bagginess.
4. Soothe Razor Burn
The anti-inflammatory properties of witch hazel stop itchy bumps from forming up around your irritated hair follicles. Splash on after shaving legs or face.
5. Body Acne
Combine witch hazel with rose water to make an effective yet gentle acne-banishing toner for body acne. It’s an easy way to keep acne-prone areas clear, like your chest and back.
6. Heal Cuts and Scrapes
Many chemists and pharmacists refer to witch hazel as nature’s answer to Neosporin. Witch hazel can be a substitute for hydrogen peroxide or rubbing alcohol when it comes to cleaning out a cut. Pour a liberal amount of witch hazel over the cut or sore and allow it to dry. Add a bandage and you’re set. You can also use witch hazel on bruises or skin that is blistered or cracked.
7. Scars & Stretch Marks
Witch hazel is often used by pregnant women to prevent stretch marks, but it can be used to help loose or excessive skin around scars or stretch marks to tighten, helping to minimize the scar.