Witch hazel is a compound with powerful medicinal properties that can be used in a variety of ways. It’s derived from the leaves and bark of Hamamelis virginiana, a type of shrub that is native to North America. Witch hazel was used extensively by the Native Americans and early settlers for its beneficial medicinal properties. Witch hazel contains tannins, a type of natural compound with astringent effects. By acting as an astringent, witch hazel helps to constrict skin tissue.
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