Ekoplanet Witch hazel bark - Hamamelis virginiana 50g
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Witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) is a small tree or shrub with characteristic intense yellow flowers. Traditionally used by North American Indians as a remedy for wounds and burns. Nowadays witch hazel bark is widely used in cosmetology for body care, skin irritations and redness. Used externally!
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Witch hazel occurrence
Witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) is a small tree or shrub with characteristic intense yellow flowers. It belongs to the Hamamelidaceae family. Witch hazel is native to North America - but due to its spectacular appearance, it is often planted in parks and gardens in many places around the world.
What is witch hazel good for?
The herb was traditionally used by North American Indians as a remedy for wounds and burns. Nowadays witch hazel bark is widely used in cosmetology for body care, skin irritations and redness.
Witch hazel extract is often added to creams, lotions and soaps, especially those intended for sensitive and allergic skin. Due to its astringent effect, witch hazel bark is also perfect for the care of problematic and lax skin.
Products containing witch hazel extract tighten the skin, improve its color, seal the blood vessels and reduce the secretion of sweat and sebum. Witch hazel water (a distillate of witch hazel leaves and twigs) is often used to wash the face, giving it a fresh appearance and reducing fatigue symptoms. Facial serum containing witch hazel extract effectively reduces puffiness and dark circles under the eyes. Due to its versatile effects, witch hazel has many practical applications. The plant is perfect as an ingredient in handmade beauty products - creams, soaps and toners or it can also be an original addition to a bath.
Witch hazel bark contains, among other things: gallic acid, tannins, saponins, fat (0.6%), waxes, essential oil (approx. 0.5%) and resins.
The plant is a valued herb - although still not very popular.
Use of witch hazel
* Perfect for skin care
* The herb has a soothing effect on irritated skin
* Inhibits the growth of microorganisms
* The herb has a sealing effect on the blood vessels
* Speeds up skin regeneration
* Brightens the skin and gives it a fresh look
* Relieves symptoms of irritation after hair removal and shaving
* Can be used to rinse the mouth
Interactions and side effects
Witch hazel bark, when used externally causes no side effects.
Ingredients: Witch hazel bark (Hamamelis virginiana) 100%.
Dosage:
Decoction: add 1-2 tablespoons of bark to a glass of water; cook for 10 minutes on low heat and covered. Set aside for 20 minutes, strain.
Alcohol extract
1 part witch hazel bark per 5 parts 60% alcohol - mix the ingredients and set aside in a dark place for about 2 weeks. Filter before use.
For external use!
Storage: dry and cool. Keep out of the reach of small children. Protect from direct sunlight.
Country of origin: USA
ATTENTION!
The product is used externally!
The herb should not be used by people who are hypersensitive to the plant.
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