Witch Hazel
Hamamelis virginiana
A classic astringent applied topically for irritated skin, bruises, hemorrhoids, and minor bleeding.
Traditional use (indigenous-americas, european-folk): A classic astringent applied topically for irritated skin, bruises, hemorrhoids, and minor bleeding.
A classic astringent applied topically for irritated skin, bruises, hemorrhoids, and minor bleeding.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- Topical astringent
Evidence strength: limited human.
- See the evidence level above
- For external use; the distillate can dry or irritate sensitive skin.
- Internal use of tincture
For external use; the distillate can dry or irritate sensitive skin.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
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