Does Witch Hazel burn? - Bowel Disorders Message Board

taape · 08-04-2006, 07:33 PM

I bought some wet wipes with ***** hazel. I've never used it before but it says it's an astringent so I'm wondering if it burns the skin. Does it work for itching?

lkshade · 08-11-2006, 02:38 PM

In my experience it does not burn and it does work for itching. I find the wipes easier to use than something like Tucks.

quincy · 08-12-2006, 01:43 PM

I've used a ***** hazel product in my eyes for allergies and to help with burning. I think it's a great product (if one isn't allergic).

Have you used the wipes yet? How have they been working for you?

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taape · 08-13-2006, 11:08 PM

I used the wipes for a couple of days and it works fine. Thanks

hannahph · 08-15-2006, 12:05 PM

You can also but ***** hazel in a bottle at the drug store. You can add it to a bath or sitz bath type thing and soak in it. (dilute it with water) it is very soothing. This is also safe for things like stiches- This was recommended to me after chilbirth and worked great.