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Witch hazel herb might be a better substitute to chemical astringents

Posted By: Esther Bardhan | Mar 7 2007

The benefits of witch hazel is manifold for oily skin as it is reported to have both anti-inflammatory and astringent effects on oily skin. Facts provide that witch hazel causes the skin proteins to tighten-up tehreby making a protective layer over damaged skin. Therefore witch hazel extract can be used for those suffering from skin injuries, excessive oily skin and for rejuvenating dull skin.

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You may consider the following witch hazel astringent for daily use:

Stir in a teaspoon of witch hazel, lemon juice, mint juice and egg white. Apply on face and after 15 minutes of application wash-off with rose water.

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