what symptom does witch hazel help
Some people apply witch hazel directly to the skin for itching, pain and swelling (inflammation), eye inflammation, skin injury, mucous membrane inflammation, varicose veins, hemorrhoids, bruises, insect bites, minor burns, and other skin irritations.ossibly Effective for: 1  Hemorrhoids. 2  Applying witch hazel water to the skin may help to temporarily relieve itching, discomfort, irritation, and burning from hemorrhoids and other anal disorders. 3  Minor bleeding. 4  Applying witch hazel bark, leaf, or water to the skin reduces minor bleeding. 5  Skin irritation.