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          What is witch hazel?

          A natural remedy for your skin
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          Posted: 07/09/23
          What is witch hazel?

          Witch hazel, a health and beauty staple since the Victorian times is still as popular as ever today. This multi-tasking botanical can help to prevent blemishes, control oiliness, and soothe irritated, sore skin. But what is witch hazel, where does it come from, and how can you reap its benefits? Let’s find out!  

          What is Witch Hazel?

          Witch hazel is an unusual plant with spidery yellow flowers that blooms in the dead of winter in North America and Japan. Its medicinal properties have long been used by Native Americans to make teas and tonics from the twigs and bark of the plant to treat a variety of ailments. 

          The Many Benefits Of Witch Hazel

          Acne & Eczema

          Witch hazel could be the TLC your skin needs. Using a witch hazel toner may be useful in the treatment of inflammatory skin conditions, such as acne, eczema or psoriasis. It’s like a soothing hug for irritation that helps to calm the skin and fight bacteria. 

          949347
          Simple Kind To Skin Soothing Facial Toner 200ml
          £2.49

          Bug bites

          Ah, bug bites – those tiny nuisances that can ruin your holiday or turn your outdoor adventure into an itchy ordeal! But fear not, because nature’s remedy can help. When pesky insects attack, witch hazel can soothe and heal. Thanks to its natural anti-inflammatory and astringent properties, witch hazel can help to alleviate itchiness and redness. Simply dab a bit of witch hazel skin cleanser onto the affected area for quick relief and to prevent further irritation.  

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          Care Witch Hazel 200ml
          £2.49

          Open Pores and Blemishes

          If you’re prone to oily skin and blemishes seem to pop up out of nowhere, witch hazel can deal with these too. Its natural astringent properties help to cleanse and tighten pores and reduce excess oil to help prevent breakouts. Try using a witch hazel face mask once a week, or apply a handy blemish stick to the area to keep your skin clear and blemish free! 

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          Witch Blemish Stick 10g
          £2.00

          Post-Shave Saviour

          This one’s for the guys as well as the girls. If you experience post-shave irritation, you’re not alone. But we have a tip for this problem… Yep, you guessed it, witch hazel is also a soothing after-shave treatment! Its calming benefits act fast helping to soothe razor burn providing fast relief to your skin. 

          949347
          Simple Kind To Skin Soothing Facial Toner 200ml
          £2.49

          Sunburn

          If you’ve ever wondered “what is witch hazel, and what does it do?” the answer is – quite a lot! Because if your summer holidays always lead to sunburn for you or family members, you’re going to want to pack the witch hazel. That’s right, this bountiful botanical can relieve sunburn too! Thanks to its anti-inflammatory benefits it can ease the painful effects of sunburnt skin. 

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          Scalp Care

          Lastly, witch hazel isn’t just a skin miracle worker – it’s got some hair care tricks up its sleeve too! If you’re tired of battling a dry and itchy scalp, a gentle massage with witch hazel could be the solution. It helps to improve the health of your scalp by balancing natural oils and deep cleansing the pores. 

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          Witch Blemish Stick 10g
          £2.00

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