Dr Clare Witch Hazel Cream 60ml

Here are Dr Clare’s top 5 benefits of witch hazel.

1. Relieves Inflammation

Witch hazel contains numerous compounds that provide anti-inflammatory properties. Antioxidant properties also help to prevent further spreading of inflammation and neutralize the build-up of free radicals within your body. It is therefore understandable that witch hazel is widely known for its potential to help with conditions such as acne, eczema or psoriasis.

2. Helps Sensitive and Irritated Skin

Research has suggested that witch hazel can be beneficial for sensitive skin including the treatment of inflamed, irritated or broken skin. Witch hazel may help to reduce skin redness and provide relief for irritated and sensitive skin.

3. Helps Fights Acne

Witch hazel offers powerful anti-inflammatory properties that could be useful in the treatment of acne by acting as an astringent, causing your tissues to contract and help shrink skin pores. This has the benefit of preventing acne-related bacteria from entering your pores.

Witch hazel is therefore commonly found in many over-the-counter acne products. It is particularly useful for people with oily skin and can also be applied through steaming.

4. Relieves Scalp Irritation

Witch hazel may help reduce scalp irritation and inflammation, including the treatment of dandruff and dry skin. Scalp sensitivity can be caused by a number of factors, ranging from cosmetic hair treatments to dermatological conditions, such as psoriasis or eczema.

Dabbing your scalp with witch hazel before washing your hair may help treat scalp sensitivity and provide relief from dryness, itching and tenderness.

5. Offers Relief from Hemorrhoids

Witch hazel may be used as a natural remedy to provide relief from the itchiness and pain frequently caused by haemorrhoids because of its anti-inflammatory properties.

Add witch hazel to a clean cloth or cotton ball and dab directly to the affected area to soothe the skin.

Naturally occurring allergens:

• Linalool: 0.16098%
• Limonene: 0.15008%
• Citral: 0.02%
• Coumarin: 0.009%
• Geraniol: 0.0012%
• Citronellol: 0.0002%

Traditional Uses of Key Ingredients:

• Witch Hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) has been valued in traditional botanical preparations.
• Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) and Horse Chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) have long histories in herbal applications.
• Juniper Berry Oil (Juniperus communis), Lemon Peel Oil (Citrus limon), and Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) have been traditionally included in botanical formulations.

Directions for use:

Apply 1–3 times daily, gently smoothing onto the skin as needed.

Warnings:

• For external use only.
• Keep out of reach of children.

Ingredients:

Aqua (Water), Alcohol, Sunflower Seed Oil (Helianthus annuus), Witch Hazel Water (Hamamelis virginiana), Cetearyl Alcohol, Sweet Almond Oil (Prunus amygdalus dulcis), Rice Bran Oil (Oryza sativa), Comfrey Leaf Extract (Symphytum officinale), Sorbitol, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Shea Butter (Butyrospermum parkii), Horse Chestnut Extract (Aesculus hippocastanum), Yarrow Extract (Achillea millefolium), Phenoxyethanol, Grape Seed Oil (Vitis vinifera), Lavender Oil (Lavandula angustifolia), Rosemary Leaf Extract (Rosmarinus officinalis), Lemon Peel Oil (Citrus limon), Juniper Berry Oil (Juniperus communis), Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol (Vitamin E).