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| Assay Method: | HPLC, UV |
| Application Form: | Tablet, Capsule |
| Application: | Health Care Products, Medicine |
| State: | Powder |
| Extract Source: | Hamamelis Mollis Oliv |
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Audited Supplier | Description: Witch Hazel is a small, flowering deciduous shrubs and small tree that grows about 12 to 30 feet in height and 15 to 20 feet in width. The plant is found growing in mesic typical woodlands and sandy woodlands, savannas and sandy savannas, woodland borders, foredunes near Lake Michigan, and restored woodlands. Witch-Hazel is occasionally cultivated as an ornamental shrub/tree in yards or along buildings. The plant prefers average, medium moisture, well-drained soils. It also prefers moist, acidic, organically rich soils and tolerates heavy clay soils. The herb has smooth, thin bark that is brown on the surface and reddish-purple from the inside. Branchlets are pubescent at first, later smooth, light orange brown, marked with occasional white dots, finally dark or reddish brown. Twigs are flexible and rough, color externally, yellowish-brown to purple, wood greeny white, pith is small. Leaves Leaves are oval, 3.7-16.7 cm long and 2.5-13 cm broad, oblique at the base, acute or rounded at the apex, with a wavy-toothed or shallowly lobed margin, and a short, stout petiole 6-15 mm long. The midrib is more or less hairy, stout, with six to seven pairs of primary veins. The young leaves open involute, covered with stellate rusty down; when full grown, they are dark green above, and paler beneath. In fall, they turn yellow with rusty spots. The leaf stipules are lanceolate, acute; they fall soon after the leaf expands. Flower & Fruit Flowers are pale to bright yellow, rarely orange or reddish, with four ribbon-shaped petals 10-20 mm long and four short stamens, and grow in clusters; flowering begins in about mid-fall and continues until late fall. The flower calyx is deeply four-parted, very downy, orange brown within; imbricate in bud, persistent, adhering with the base of the ovary. Two or three bractlets appear at base. Flowering normally takes place from September to November. Fertilized flowers will form fruit over a long period extending through winter and into the following growing season. Fruits are greenish seed capsules 10-14 mm long, that become woody with age and mature to light brown. Each seed capsule splits open in fall of the following year, exploding the 1-2 black seeds within for up to 30 feet. Seeds are small; black that is white and oily on the inside. Bark, stems and leaves are used to make a decoction and applied to various parts of the body for relief. Due to its proven effectiveness, witch hazel has become a part of many different commercial cosmetic and medical products. Mature capsule bursts and scatters seed 10 to 20 feet (rarely 40 feet) away from the mother plant. That's how witch hazel got a nickname "snapping hazel". Fruit of witch hazel is important source of food for the pheasants, grouses, bob-whites, white-tailed deer, beavers and black bears. Native Americans used seed of witch hazel in various sacred rituals. Bark and leaves of witch hazel are used to accelerate healing of the wounds and to stop the bleeding. Witch hazel is also used in treatment of diarrhea and inflammation of eyes. Health Benefits: 1. Soothe Aches and Pains Witch hazel is well known as a topical medicine for its effects on inflammation associated with arthritis, as well as sore muscles and joints caused by physical exercise, injury, or advanced age. Combining with equal parts water or virgin olive oil, simply apply it to the affected area and allow the tannins and antioxidants do their work. 2. Speed Healing When it comes to cuts, bruises, abrasions and other wounds, many people have turned to witch hazel for thousands of years. Organic compounds within witch hazel make it a powerful astringent substance, meaning that it can help to tighten skin. This makes the healing process much faster and can slow down bleeding of an open wound. However, with badly ruptured skin, it is not recommended that you apply it, as the potency of the components could cause more inflammation in the wound. 3. Eliminate Headaches Astringent properties of witch hazel can be seen in full effect when used to soothe headaches. You can topically apply its extract on the temples, which help to ease the tension of the small capillaries that often cause headaches. Furthermore, you can brew a cup of witch hazel tea to drink, which should ease blood pressure and relax the throbbing muscles or blood vessels that are causing your discomfort. 4. Immune System Research has shown that witch hazel is able to stimulate the immune system and actively eliminate pathogens and foreign agents in the body, due to its antibacterial and antiseptic qualities. This is evident in the herbal decoction's effect on the skin, but when drunk in tea form, it can also be a natural booster to your overall health. 5. Skin Health Since many years, witch hazel is used as an herbal decoction. It is known to clear up acne, psoriasis, boils, and pimples, as well as cracked skin, inflammation and rashes. If you have been bitten by an insect, or are experiencing hives, you can also topically apply witch hazel to the skin. Again, you can mix this with an equal amount of water, or some other type of carrier oil. This will protect the wound or irritated area from infection, and also promote healing. 6. Heal Respiratory Tracts Several research has proven witch hazel to have a positive effect on the respiratory tracts in the case of sore throats, inflammation of the vocal chords, irritation from coughing, and other issues dealing with the throat. Witch hazel, when brewed in the form of a tea, rather than using the extract or concentrated oil, can be gargled for rapid relief. This helps to eliminate soreness and pain, while also drying up excess mucus, which is where infections often develop. 7. Ease Digestion Since ancient times Witch hazel has been used as a stomach tonic and only a small amount of witch hazel tea is required. It is particularly effective when combined with chamomile or mint. This mixture has been known to clear up the symptoms of IBS, diarrhea and dysentery, by encouraging the immune system and reducing inflammation caused by potential bacteria in the gut. 8. Hemorrhoids Due to the astringent and anti-inflammatory properties, Witch hazel is used for the treatment of hemorrhoids. It can be applied to the inflamed tissues that make up hemorrhoid and provide relief. Be careful in terms of application, however, due to the strength of the decoction. Also, if you are already on blood-clotting medicine, be sure to speak with your doctor before using it. 9. Menstruation Relief Witch hazel can be quite beneficial for women who suffer particularly heavy periods, due to its astringent properties. It helps to slow the bleeding that occurs during menstruation and decrease pain and inflammation in the groin. This can also help with other symptoms of menstruation, such as bloating and cramps. Depending on your particular medical condition, it may be best to speak with your gynecologist before adding it to your health schedule. 10. Fade Bruises and Blemishes Witch hazel can be used to treat blemishes already present on the face or other areas of the body. Apply witch hazel with a cotton ball or cosmetic pad to lessen irritation and appearance of acne or other inflammatory skin conditions. Witch hazel applied to bruises can also help to fade discoloration and speed up the healing process of any underlying damage. 11. Soothes a Sore Throat Witch hazel has a soothing effect on a sore throat. Boil some bark and leaves in water and let it steep for several minutes to prepare a concentrated herbal drink, which is commonly known as the witch hazel tea. A cup of strong and lukewarm witch hazel tea will eliminate the prickly sensation in your throat and alleviate the swelling of the larynx. Be sure to use fresh witch hazel and not the one which you get at the drugstore that contains alcohol. It is unhealthy for internal use. Also, drink this preparation lukewarm and not when hot. 12. Prevent and reduce the appearance of stretch marks Stretch marks are a typical problem for pregnant women, but they can also affect anyone who gains weight rapidly for whatever reason. For this reason, teenagers occasionally get stretch marks as well during periods of faster growth or changes during puberty. Stretch marks are pretty tough to get rid of, but one method many people report great success with is witch hazel! Witch hazel helps to tighten loose skin around the scars, which in turn can decrease their appearance. You can use it as a preventative too, so this is something every pregnant woman should have on hand! 13. Treat Damaged Gums Witch hazel mouth rinse can help to reduce pain and swelling of irritated or infected gums. Witch hazel can be used to stop minor bleeding of the gums and mouth. Try a teaspoon of witch hazel tea with one drop each clove and myrrh oil to safely relieve teething pain for infants. The same treatment may also be used to calm pain caused by emerging wisdom teeth or after oral surgery to reduce discomfort and inflammation. 14. Soothe Diaper Rash Anti-inflammatory properties of witch hazel make it an effective and safe remedy for soothing pain from diaper rash. Frequent application will assist in healing damaged skin faster, further reducing your baby's discomfort. 15. Drying "swimmer's ear" 'Swimmer Ear' or Otitus Externa is normally caused by microbial infections of the ear canal. Use the eye dropper to insert several drops of witch hazel into each ear dries out pus, clean the excessive oil, and broke the wax and debris that may block the ear canal. 16. Post treatments for Hair-Removal Witch Hazel not only stop the bleeding but anti-inflammatory witch hazel also works to prevent razor burn. Additionally, for those who are in hot wax treatment for hair-removal or waxing can use witch hazel as post-waxing anti-inflammatory or use it to stop the bleeding from damaged hair follicles. 17. Treat chicken pox blisters Combination of aloe, honey, lavender and other essential oils create a spray that massively reduces the discomfort of chicken pox blisters. And it's all-natural. Here's what to do: Mix together 1 tablespoon honey, 40 drops lavender essential oil, 15 drops lemon essential oil, 15 drops bergamot essential oil, 5 drops peppermint essential oil, 1 teaspoon carrot seed oil and 1/2 cup aloe vera gel. Once completely mixed, and 1/2 cup distilled witch hazel and mix again. Pour mixture into spray bottle and use on affected areas. It is a more potent and less unsightly way to treat the chicken pox than traditional calamine lotion. 18. Beneficial for Acne Witch Hazel works like an anti-inflammatory agent and helps reduce swelling in the tissues of the skin. Dip a cotton ball in some witch hazel oil and dab it on your acne. Witch hazel oil will cut back the excessive secretion of sebum, which is a major cause of acne. You will notice an amazing difference in the way you look after using witch hazel oil for a few days. Your skin would appear clearer and firmer. 19. Treats Dandruff If you are suffering from dandruff, you may like to treat your itchy scalp with witch hazel oil. Comb your hair to ease out the frizzes. Divide your hair into several sections and massage the oil directly onto the scalp. Leave it for some time before you shampoo your hair. It is quite useful method of treating dandruff. 20. Remove a tick Ticks can't stand witch hazel. If you find a tick rooted into your dog or cat's body, put a few drops of witch hazel on top of it. It should loosen up its grip. At that point, you can grab it and pull it off successfully. You can then disinfect the site using the same witch hazel. Note that this doesn't just work on your pet. It also can work on you or your kids if one of you picks up a tick. It's very important to get rid of ticks as quickly as possible, and witch hazel can help speed up the job. |
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