Hamamelis Virginiana - Witch Hazel

Hamamelis Virginiana - Witch Hazel

The Plant

This is a type of shrub native to North America, so many people know about its existence. Most commonly known for its uses for the skin, but it can be drunk as a herbal tea to reduce inflammation and other conditions.

Health Benefits

Skin Health

It is the ultimate skin care product since it is good for many skin related issues, like:

• Acne
• Eczema
• Psoriasis
• Redness
• Swelling
• Bruises
• Skin sores
• Insect Bites
• Sunburn
• Razor Burn
• Varicose Veins
• Cracked skin
• Blistered skin
• Irritated Scalp
• Poison Ivy Rash

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Other Benefits

Reduces Inflammation

Witch Hazel contains gallic acid and tannins, which makes it a great anti-inflammatory medicine.

Neutralizes free radicals

Due to its high antioxidant content, it helps you deal with free radicals reducing the chance of you having some serious diseases that are connected to them, like cancer. This study proves this.

Helps to treat Hemorrhoids

It is typically applied on the swollen veins in your rectum. It reduces redness, swelling, bleeding, itching, and pain, confirmed by studies.

Cools sore throat

Due to its anti-inflammatory properties, it is used to treat sore throats, although swallowing it might cause stomach irritation due to its high tannin content.

Anti-viral effects

One study proved that taking witch hazel was effectively helped fight with human papillomavirus and influenza A.

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