2007-09-21 21:45:19 · 20 answers · asked by elflaeda 7 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys
Its an old remedy for bruises, sprains, bumps etc. It can be in liquid form in a bottle or as a sort of waxy stick that you rub on. It is used to take swellings down. swollen ankle, that sort of thing. It is very effective and we always keep some in the house
2007-09-21 21:49:39 · answer #1 · answered by Radiator 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The benefits of witch hazel are numerous.
Witch hazel 'extract' is a distillate of the twigs of the shrub, This is the witch hazel 'water' that reaches most pharmacies in America. In Europe, a water-alcohol extract of witch hazel twigs and leaves is more commonly used.
Witch hazel is a natural astringent, which has been in use for over a hundred years, ideal for combination and oily skin.
As an astringent it is also good for acne.
has excellent anti-inflammatory properties as a blood vessel constrictor, so helps with swelling.
The cleansing and infection fighting benefits of witch hazel make it an excellent cleanser for pregnant women and those who have just given birth, as it maintains a healthy pH balance.
2007-09-22 11:20:23 · answer #2 · answered by anarchyintheuk 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes I know what witch hazel is but not used it for a very long time
2007-09-22 06:44:39 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It has beneficial skin healing properties, and I use it in different forms of Witch product. At the moment I have their moisturiser, and the Witch Stick which is brilliant for drying up and healing spots
2007-09-22 04:51:18 · answer #4 · answered by Dogsbody 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Every time I have hurt or twisted my ankle I have used it to soothe it and bring out the bruise, I just find that it makes the healing process a bit quicker.
Here's a bit more information on it for you:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Witch_hazel_%28astringent%29
2007-09-22 04:51:32 · answer #5 · answered by ♫ ♥green heather butterfly♥ ♫ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it's a traditional remedy. often used to put on cuts or knocks to stop bruising, and is now commonly used in facial treatments for cleaning the skin
2007-09-22 04:52:44 · answer #6 · answered by hulk h 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes and it can be a very good skin cleaner, but also good for cuts and bruises
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2007-09-22 07:41:45 · answer #7 · answered by tastybits 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes and yes to both, it is great for bumps,spains,spots,sunburn, etc i have also got a foam spray face cleanser,and i always keep some in.
2007-09-22 05:18:21 · answer #8 · answered by casha1 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Isn´t it for tooth ache?
i think you soak it in cotton wool and put it on the painfull part of the gum,
2007-09-22 04:53:17 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes I know what it is, someone recommended me to use it after giving birth ... you know to help the stitches
Ouch...
2007-09-22 04:50:09 · answer #10 · answered by • Koala • uʍop ɹǝpun 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋