As an adult living in the modern world, I continue to draw on the skills I learned as a kid. I love my Wi-Fi, and knowing pizza is only a phone call away. But I’m okay with never revisiting the adventure that is using an outhouse in the middle of January. Ali Baba Bunny • Bedevilled Rabbit • Piker's Peak • What's Opera, Doc? • Bugsy and Mugsy • Show Biz Bugs • Rabbit Romeo Just like us, our pets get bug bites too. When you’re taking care of your bug bites, don’t forget the four-legged members of the family too. 19. Irritated Skin/Hot Spots Give your pal some much needed itch relief.

And there have been a number of research papers published concerning the healing properties of witch hazel. That’s a pretty big stamp of approval. Alcohol denat., Aqua(Water), Propylene glycol, Glycerin, Sodium stearate, Hamamelis virginiana (Witch Hazel) water, Cetyl alcohol, Melaleuca alternifoliate (Tea Tree) leaf oil,

Horrified, Hazel dashes to her magic mirror a third time and meekly asks the genie in the mirror, in a softer, sexier tone of voice to match her beautiful new appearance, if she's still ugly. The genie, upon seeing the witch's new look, immediately falls in love with her and lunges to grab her after giving a very Bob Hope-like "ROWR, ROWR!" Hey there, Rural Sprout reader, my name is Tracey, and I’m so glad you popped over to my bio. Originally from upstate NY, I’m now an honorary Pennsylvanian, having lived here for the past 17 years.

If you’ve got a wee one on the way, I highly suggest adding witch hazel to your layette. 12. Treat Poison Ivy and Poison Oak Dealing with poison ivy isn’t a walk in the park. Heh. Did you see what I did there? Dab onto affected area as often as required, avoiding delicate eye area. Suitable for all skin types but especially for oily/combination skin. If your skin is a little stressed out, give it a try. 4. Tightens Pores Witch hazel should be a part of your skincare routine. Refresh your hair with this lovely DIY hair spritz for beautiful, oil-free hair—Mix ¼ cup of alcohol-free witch hazel (I love Thayer’s) and ¾ cup of water. Add a drop of your favorite essential oil if you want to scent your spray. And if you want to give your hair an extra boost of moisture, mix in a teaspoon of 100% aloe vera gel. Lightly spritz your hair in the morning and let it air dry.Let me save you the hassle of mixing up this messy stuff and finding a tiny spray bottle to put it in. Dusting window blinds just doesn’t get them clean enough. We’ve already discussed why it’s so hard to get that dust off. We’ve all been told it’s not good for your hair to wash it every day, right? But what if you’re one of those people who struggle with oily hair? (Hi there, that would be me.)

Witch hazel was the first product that got me started down the path of using natural products in the home. Like most teenagers, I struggled with acne, nothing serious, but as any teenager will tell you – any acne is serious. The jealous witch hatches a plot: she invites the disguised Bugs in for tea and prepares a brew containing various beauty enhancers. Bugs is about to drink the tea when he remembers that he's still wearing his mask, and takes it off. Seeing that her "rival" is actually a rabbit, Witch Hazel dashes off to consult her potion book. Sure enough, the last ingredient for the potion she was brewing earlier is a rabbit's clavicle. If you’re a science nut like I am, hop on over to Google Scholar and see all the great research done with it. Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and possibly even anti-viral (more research is needed), this humble little flower has a lot going for it. Here’s a list as long as your arm with great ways to use witch hazel around your home.Due to its astringent properties, frequent witch hazel use can dry and irritate the skin. People with dry or sensitive skin should use witch hazel sparingly or avoid it entirely. Dry and irritated skin can start to produce more oil, which can lead to more acne breakouts. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition, are taking any other medication or complementary therapy, or if symptoms persist

And like all other natural remedies, we have the indigenous people of the plant’s native habitat to thank for sharing the many benefits of this healing plant. The Native Americans would boil the twigs, leaves, and bark and use the resultant brew both internally and externally. Today, the bark and leaves are distilled, resulting in the healing liquid many of us are familiar with today. Scientific Evidence vs. Anecdotal Evidence Spray your window blinds well with straight witch hazel and let them sit for five minutes. Wipe them down with a clean cloth, and the dust and gunk will wipe right off. 25. Gently Clean Your Jewelry with Witch Hazel Keep your favorite jewelry pieces looking shiny and new. For an uncomfortably red rump, soothe your little one’s bottom by applying an alcohol-free witch hazel toner. Not only will it help their little bum feel better, but it will also help clear up the diaper rash faster. Witch Hazel for PetsWitch hazel can cause dryness and irritation if people use it in large quantities. If this happens, the irritated skin may react by producing more oil. Excess oil can clog pores and cause breakouts. Can witch hazel reduce acne scars?