Question 1

will non alcoholic witch hazel dry out skin?

Accepted Answer

Some extent: less than alcohol, but still should avoid if your skin is getting sig dry.

Question 2

where can i find witch hazel extract?  is it good for the skin?

Accepted Answer

Pharmacy: Very harsh and extremely drying on the skin. It is actually used for hemorrhoids.

Question 3

will witch hazel dry out my skin and make anal fissure worse?

Accepted Answer

Witch Hazel: is not ONLY DRYING it's IRRITATING!....

You need to consult with your PCP about ways to treat your anal fissure. SITZ baths in hot (but not BURNING)Water may help the discomfort!

Hope this is helpful
Dr Z

Question 4

is witch hazel mixed with tea tree oil good for post hyper-pigmentation/red & pink marks on fair skin? thanks!

Accepted Answer

No: Leave the marks alone. By doing what you proposed, you risk making matters worse. Time will address the issue, in the mean time use make up judiciously.
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Question 5

i have sensitive skin all of a sudden, my face burns when i put some moisturizer & witch hazel on my face, how can i prevent?

Accepted Answer

A dermatologist: is the type of doc you need to see.  Your primary care doc can refer you.  Peace and good health.

Question 6

what's witch hazel extract for?

Accepted Answer

Variety of things: Witch hazel is a well used home remedy (when i was a kid, a bottle of distilled was in every medicine cabinet).  The herb is astringent and anti-inflammatory, and is used topically for a variety of skin problems (acne, itchy or oily skin) on wounds and bruises, and more. It constricts capillaries beneath the skin, so many people swear by it for puffy eyes.

Question 7

does witch hazel remove dark mark on back of neck?

Accepted Answer

Wtich hazel: Not necessarily.   If you have a  lesion on the back of the neck it may not remove it. However, it is a lot like alcohol when used as a wipe - and could remove soil marks. Please see this site for more info:
http://www.Witchhazeluses.Org/.

Question 8

is it smart to use epiduo and witch hazel together?

Accepted Answer

Witchhazel: It is not a good idea to use witchhaze because it has a drying effect on the skin as does epiduo

Question 9

will  witch hazel help on severe stasis dermatitis?

Accepted Answer

Stasis: Although extensive work has been completed in the study of treatment of venous ulcers, no large, well-controlled trials examine the treatment of stasis dermatitis. The overall mainstay of treatment has always been aimed at lessening the clinical impact of the underlying venous insufficiency, which is typically accomplished with compression therapy.

Question 10

hydrogen peroxide or witch hazel on cuts, which is better?

Accepted Answer

Cuts: Peroxide is less caustic and safe, witch hazel is an astringent and can clean the area better.

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