Witch hazel - the sacred tree of the Native Americans

The witch hazel has been used by Native Americans for centuries. The flowers of this tree bloom in winter, something that is naturally strange and was seen by the Native Americans as an indication that there was something special about this tree. They discovered the special properties of the tree and used the bark, branches, leaves and flowers.

Nowadays we mainly use the distillate of witch hazel on our skin and there too this amazing tree proves its power. Witch hazel strengthens the skin and you notice this immediately after application. The astringent effect refines your pores, giving blackheads and pimples less chance. Furthermore, the astringent properties also help to tighten your skin and improve fine lines. Witch hazel even helps slow down the aging process of your skin through the antioxidants present.

Witch hazel also works deep into the skin, where the blood vessels are located and helps strengthen them. Witch hazel also helps well with dark circles under your eyes or swollen eyes.

How to best use witch hazel

To allow the witch hazel water to do its work optimally, use it as a toner on cleansed skin, before applying your skincare or makeup. Put a little of the water on a cotton pad, dab the cotton on your face, around your eyes or on your body where needed and let it absorb. Because witch hazel also helps with visible veins, you can for example also mix a little through your body lotion and apply this to your legs.