WITCH HAZEL OIL BENEFITS

Astringent, cooling, and refreshing, witch hazel is usually used as an infusion or herbal water (also known as hydrosol) to cleanse, tone, and refresh the skin. It is rich in antioxidant phenols and tannins that can calm inflamed skin conditions, soothe irritation, roughness, and soreness and is also used to wash wounds and heal bruises and sores.
HERBAL WATER
The witch hazel extract you buy at most stores is a distillate made from steaming the twigs. Some may find it too astringent. The herbal water (hydrosol) is a by-product of this process and is milder on the skin.
Twigs
Witch hazel extract is produced by steaming the twigs of the shrub.
HERB
Witch hazel is a native American plant with a long history of use as an external treatment for swellings, inflammation, and skin eruptions.

What is it good for?
Combat oily skin Distilled witch hazel can be used on most skin types—though it may be too strong for very dry skin. It is especially beneficial for balancing oily skin and drying up pimples—dab it neat on the face or use it to make products.
Conditions skin Witch hazel has traditionally been used to calm skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and allergic skin reactions. You can use it directly on problem areas. acts as an astringent Its astringent properties are also useful for easing varicose veins and shrinking spider veins.
Heal cuts, scrapes and bruises For minor skin injuries, use witch hazel to wash and disinfect the wound and stem bleeding. It helps heal bruises, insect bites, and makes a useful compress for sprains. soothing aftershave Forget expensive and over-fragranced products and splash on distilled witch hazel or the herbal water to tone skin after shaving.
Soothes eyes To refresh tired eyes and reduce bags and puffiness, use witch hazel herbal water. Dip a cotton pad or facecloth into a little herbal water and place it over closed eyes. Rest for 20 minutes.
Witch hazel is especially beneficial for balancing oily skin and drying pimples. Natural Beauty