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Can i use Witch hazel in soap?
Witch hazel can be used in soap making. However, you would have to find a recipe that called for it. This would be so exact measurements were used so as not to make the soap too watery or astringent.
What is witch hazel?
WITCH HAZEL IS A clear liquid used as a skin astringent, (something used to cleanse the skin and constrict the pores) It is an extract from the leaves and/or bark of the shrub, "hamamelis virginiana", mixed with water and alcohol to make WITCH HAZEL. It is for external use only, and does not require a prescription; it is purchased over the counter in a drug store or where they sell cosmetics.
Is there a mosquito repelant yo can make using blue mouthwash and witch hazel?
Neither of those will repel mosquitoes, no.
Is witch hazel good for acne?
Witch hazel is a very good product! I have mild acne that is very annoying. I use witch hazel in the night and in the morning after I scrub my face. Witch hazel uses its power to dry acne out. So I got a pack of scrub brushes that take the dry acne off. NEVER pick it off. Hope this helps.
What is witch hazels purpose?
The bark, leaves, and twigs of witch hazel are all high in tannins, giving this plant astringent properties. Astringents are substances that can dry, tighten, and harden tissues. You may use an astringent on your skin to tighten pores and remove excess oil. Also may help to stop discharges. The astringent tannins in witch hazel temporarily tighten and soothe aching varicose veins or reduce inflammation in cases of phlebitis (an inflammation of a vein). Witch hazel also contains procyanadins, resin, and flavonoids, all of which add to its soothing, anti-inflammatory properties. A cloth soaked in strong witch hazel tea reduces swelling and can relieve the pain of hemorrhoids and bruises. Almost all pharmacies carry some type of witch hazel preparation in the form of lotions, hemorrhoidal pads, and suppositories. Besides their use topically for hemorrhoids and veins, witch hazel lotions are useful on rough, swollen, gardener's or carpenter's hands. You can also use witch hazel internally to treat varicose veins, hemorrhoids, or a prolapsed uterus, although not the witch hazel/isopropyl alcohol preparation frequently found in drug stores. Its ability to shrink swollen tissue makes witch hazel appropriate to treat laryngitis as well. And a throat gargle of witch hazel, myrrh, and cloves reduces the pain of an uncomfortable sore throat. Again, use fresh tea or tincture, not the drugstore witch hazel, which contains isopropyl alcohol. You can rinse your mouth with witch hazel and myrrh for cases of swollen and infected gums. Place a dropper full of tincture of each herb in 1/4 cup of water and use as a mouth rinse. A teaspoon of strong witch hazel tea combined with one drop each of myrrh and clove oil makes a pain- and inflammation-relieving gum rub for use in teething babies. A cotton swab dipped in a witch hazel, goldenseal, and calendula tea and applied to the outer ear is useful in treating swimmer's ear. Swimmer's ear is associated typically with pus and moisture in the outer ear canal. Witch hazel helps dry up the secretions, while goldenseal and calendula fight infection. Witch hazel combined with arnica makes an excellent topical remedy for the treatment of traumatic bruises, bumps, and sprains to relieve pain and promote speedy healing. Witch hazel is sometimes combined with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol for use on external skin lesions; this form of witch hazel should not be used internally. If you have watery stools or blood or mucus in your stools on a regular basis, your physician may suspect colitis or irritable bowel syndrome and recommend witch hazel to reduce intestinal secretions associated with these conditions. A tea made from witch hazel, chamomile, mint, and a bit of thyme can be very effective for diarrhea that accompanies an intestinal illness, or what we often call stomach flu. For best results, an herbalist can select the right tea formula for you. If you wish to make a remedy at home, combine 1 tablespoon each of dried chamomile and mint and 1.5 teaspoons of dried witch hazel and thyme. Steep in 3 cups of hot water. Witch hazel is an important botanical for controlling bleeding: It can reduce bleeding when applied topically to a wound or used internally for bleeding ulcers or bleeding gums. Of course, serious wounds require medical treatment, but witch hazel can control bleeding en route to a physician.
How do you make witch hazel tea?
On howstuffwork.com under the health section, the following recipe is given for a tea that helps with intestinal upset: 1 tablespoon dried chamomile, 1 tablespoon mint, 1.5 teaspoons witch hazel, and 1.5 teaspoons thyme steeped in 3 cups of water. It doesn't specify, but I would guess they mean witch hazel leaves, but it could be bark....either of which you can find with an herbalist or a buy online through a Google search. Hope this is helpful! ~Beckie
What is the origins of the name witch hazel?
The word "witch" in the name of the herb is actually a derivative from the Anglo-Saxon word wych meaning flexible. The word described the flexibility of the branches that Native Americans used to make bows.
Does witch hazel heal hemorrhoids?
The bark, leaves, and twigs of witch hazel are all high in tannins, giving this plant astringent properties. Astringents are substances that can dry, tighten, and harden tissues. You may use an astringent on your skin to tighten pores and remove excess oil. A cloth soaked in strong witch hazel tea reduces swelling and can relieve the pain of hemorrhoids and bruises. Almost all pharmacies carry some type of witch hazel preparation in the form of lotions, hemorrhoidal pads, and suppositories. Besides their use topically for hemorrhoids and veins, witch hazel lotions are useful on rough, swollen, gardener's or carpenter's hands. You can also use witch hazel internally to treat varicose veins, hemorrhoids, or a prolapsed uterus, although not the witch hazel/isopropyl alcohol preparation frequently found in drug stores. You can rinse your mouth with witch hazel and myrrh for cases of swollen and infected gums. Place a dropper full of tincture of each herb in 1/4 cup of water and use as a mouth rinse. A teaspoon of strong witch hazel tea combined with one drop each of myrrh and clove oil makes a pain- and inflammation-relieving gum rub for use in teething babies. If you have watery stools or blood or mucus in your stools on a regular basis, your physician may suspect colitis or irritable bowel syndrome and recommend witch hazel to reduce intestinal secretions associated with these conditions. A tea made from witch hazel, chamomile, mint, and a bit of thyme can be very effective for diarrhea that accompanies an intestinal illness, or what we often call stomach flu. For best results, an herbalist can select the right tea formula for you. If you wish to make a remedy at home, combine 1 tablespoon each of dried chamomile and mint and 1.5 teaspoons of dried witch hazel and thyme. Steep in 3 cups of hot water. ********************************************************** However as the last answer said you should see your doctor about hemorrhoids if they are persistent, but if you get them once or twice a year or etc. Then you can treat them yourself. Why pay a doctor or a pharmacy your hard earned money when you don't have to. Right?
Can a brown eyed and hazel eye make a hazel eyed baby?
They can and do.
How can you make your period come quicker?
you can not make your period come quicker.
What colors make hazel?
There are three colors that make up the color hazel. The colors are blue, green, and brown. People with hazel eyes generally have all of these colors visible.
What are good brands of facial toners?
Facial toners can help make the skin appear more healthy and plump. Good brands of facial toners include: AVON, Witch Hazel, Neutrogena and Clearskin.
