Botanica Gaia 100% Organic and Pure Witch Hazel Essential Oil | Hamamelis Virginiana

Botanical Name: Hamamelis virginiana
Family Name: Hamamelidaceae.
Common Name: Witch Hazel, Hamamelis, .
INCI: Hamamelis virginiana leaf and bark Oil.
Extraction Method: Steam distilled.
Parts Used: Leaves and Bark.
Note: Middle to top note.
Odor: Fresh, slightly balsamic with herbaceous undertone.
Appearance: Brown.
Country of Origin: United States.
Blends Well With: Ambrette, Basil, Balsam of Peru, Benzoin, Bergamot and other Citrus oils, Carrot, Cassie, Cedarwood, Chamomile, Clary Sage, Clove, Cypress, Davana, Fir Balsam, Frankincense, Galbanum, Geranium, Grapefruit, Hay, Helichrysum, Juniper, Lavandin, Lavender, Lemon, Melissa, Mandarin, Neroli, Orange, Orris, Petitgrain, Pine, Rose, Spikenard, Spruce, Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Ylang Ylang.

Witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) is a common tree in eastern North America, from Quebec to Florida, often planted as an ornamental. Its generic name comes from Greek roots and alludes to the similarity of its leaves to those of the apple tree, although it looks much more like a hazelnut.

It is also known as "witch hazel", due to the healing power attributed to it by the native people of the area, who have used it as a remedy since ancient times.

The bark and especially the leaves are harvested, odorless, tasteless and rich in gallic tannins, phenolic acids, flavonoids, anthocyanosides and bitter principles. The bark also contains resins, essential oil and saponosides.

Perhaps the most widespread use of witch hazel is to treat venous insufficiency problems such as hemorrhoids (including bleeding ones), varicose veins, phlebitis, numbness in the feet and hands, tingling or heavy legs.
It is also attributed to a venotonic and vasodilator effect, that is, it increases the elasticity of the veins and the resistance of the capillaries, which is why it is very useful in bleeding wounds, nosebleeds, etc.
The infusion and the witch hazel water are indicated as anti-inflammatory and astringent mouthwashes in oral inflammations or gingivitis with bleeding.
They are also effective eye drops in case of conjunctivitis, eye irritation and blepharitis.
They are also applied to wounds, scratches, cuts, nosebleeds, eczema, dermatitis and pimples, as well as to relieve bumps and bruises.

General Safety Information: Even a small amount is very strong and must be diluted before applying or ingesting. Use small amounts of the essential oil if you have never used it before. Pregnant women and those who are breastfeeding should not use essential oil. Do not take any oils internally and do not apply undiluted essential oils, onto the skin without advanced essential oil knowledge or consultation from a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. If you are epileptic, have liver damage, have cancer, or have any other medical problem, use oils only under the proper guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. Use extreme caution when using oils with children.

The information presented here is for educating our customers about the traditional uses of essential oils and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. You are responsible for understanding the safe application of these products.