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  • Common Name

    Witch Hazel

  • Botanical Name

    Hamamelis virginiana

  • Part Used

    Leaf

  • Alcohol

    45%

  • Dose

    40 to 80mL weekly

Witch hazel’s main action is astringent, due to the high level of tannins, making it an excellent remedy for internal and external bleeding. It is effective for excessive menstruation, diarrhoea and haemorrhoids. Externally it can be applied to wounds and used as a gargle for sore throats. It speeds healing and protects against infection. 

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A guide to Witch Hazel and its properties

  • Traditional Use

    Witch hazel has been used traditionally to stop bleeding from the lungs, stomach, uterus and bowels. It is also a key remedy for toxic conditions of the gut including irritation, infection and inflammation.

  • Actions

    Astringent, antihaemorrhagic, antidiarrhoeal, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, haemostatic, venotonic

  • Indications

    •    Colitis, diarrhoea,
    •    Haemorrhoids, varicose veins
    •    Topically for bruises, inflamed swellings, haemorrhoids, minor skin lesions, acne, sprains, varicose veins

  • Energetics

    Cold

  • Use in Pregnancy

    Insufficient reliable information available

  • Contraindications & Cautions

    None known

  • Drug Interactions

    None known

  • Dietary Information

    Vegan friendly. Gluten and dairy free

  • Substitutes

    Stone Root, Agrimony, Oak bark, Raspberry leaf, Lady’s mantle, Horsechestnut, Shepherd’s purse, Butcher’s broom