SO REFRESHING!
With its spidery yellow flowers and gorgeous scent, American witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) makes a striking shrub for a pot or in the garden where it will grow to the height of a small tree.
This plant has an interesting history – it was used as a dowsing stick by indigenous Americans to locate water. This method of using a forked branch, which reputedly twitches and turns downwards when an underground water source is located, was taken back to Europe where it is still in use today.
In the beauty industry, witch hazel is widely used as an astringent – its tannins produce a refreshing, pore-tightening effect on the skin. Among its reported benefits are relieving skin inflammation, reducing acne, removing excess oil, and even calming shaving rash.
African Extracts skin care is best known for its Bio-Active Rooibos extract, which is combined with many other beneficial natural plant extracts. Witch hazel can be found in all four of our toners, each formulated for specific skin types. Choose the Purifying toner for oily skin and spot control, and the Classic toner for combination skins. Both the Advantage and Radiance toners come in a fine misting spray, giving skin a burst of flower power refreshment that also hydrates, protects against environmental pollutants, and can be used as a finishing spray to set make-up.
Available from Dis-Chem, selected Clicks stores, major supermarkets and Takealot.
Give your skin a boost with African Extracts and the beneficial properties of witch hazel.