Confirmed: The Endless Uses of Witch-hazel With Rosewater

 

I can’t really mark the exact day when I discovered this amazing products & I’ve not let it go since then, witch hazel has become such a natural part of my skin care routine I can’t remember not having it. For centuries, this naturally derived product has been harvested from the witch hazel plant (also known as Hamamelis virginiana) in North America, where it’s been used for everything from promoting skin health to fighting off infections and deterring unwanted pests. Here are 8 essential uses for witch hazel that you can put into practice right now.

1. Cleanse Oily Skin

One of the best uses for witch hazel is as a natural facial cleanser, especially when it comes to controlling excess oil. Dab witch hazel onto a cotton pad and cleanse skin once or twice daily.

This vegan face cleanser is made with a blend of witch hazel, castile soap, and organic plant oils like sunflower and jojoba.

2. Treat Minor Wounds

Another great use for witch hazel is as a natural disinfectant for cuts and scrapes. Apply a liberal amount to your wound and then gently cover it to expedite the healing process.

3. Heal Bug Bites

Witch hazel can be used to soothe the redness, itchiness, and skin irritation that comes with insect bites. Make sure to add witch hazel to your packing list for your next camping trip or outdoor excursion.

This all-natural bug spray uses witch hazel as a primary ingredient so you can keep pests away without the strong odor of a typical bug repellant.

4. Treat Cold Sores

Because it addresses both the symptoms and the cause, witch hazel is one of the best natural treatments for a cold sore. Dab on periodically throughout the day to experience relief. A nice to have this season.

5. Treat Acne

As anyone who has ever suffered from acne knows, it can be difficult to find a treatment that really works and is free from harsh chemicals. Witch hazel is rich in antioxidants and effectively fights bacteria in acne-prone skin without leaving it dry.

These easy-to-use acne pads target breakouts by using witch hazel as an astringent.

6. Minimize Stretch Marks

Witch hazel helps to naturally tighten skin, making it an ideal treatment for stretch marks and scars.

Utilize the many benefits of witch hazel on all areas of the body with this gentle bath soak.

7. Soothe Razor Burn

Witch hazel is naturally anti-inflammatory, which means that applying it to your skin after shaving will reduce redness, bumps, and skin irritation.

Thayer’s witch hazel is a drugstore skincare staple that’s always good to have in your medicine cabinet.

8. Clean Virtually Anything

Use witch hazel as an all-purpose cleaning agent, saving you some coin.

Have you used witch hazel? What did you use it for? Tell me if you’d try it!