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Witch hazel

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samantha1970
samantha1970

Hi,

I bought some witch hazel today, can someone please advise if I dilute it or use it undiluted after each visit to the toilet and how they apply it.

many thanks,

Samantha

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  • athena93317
    athena93317 samantha1970

    Posted

    I don't dilute it I found a tiny hand sanitizer spray bottle that I emptied Then put the witch hazel in it witch makes it perfect fit work but I spray it on dab it with some toilet paper then apply the aloe
    • samantha1970
      samantha1970 athena93317

      Posted

      Thanks, I've put it in a travel dispenser but thats a great idea for a handbag. I apply the aloe too after. Just started, hope it helps, thanks.
  • TexinSF
    TexinSF samantha1970

    Posted

    I have not heard about using witch hazel.  I use Eucerin (the heavy cream) and if you use it a few times a day it seems to really work.  I have had this for a year and it is a really bad case per my doctor.  Please post and let us know if the witch hazel works. Thank you and good luck!
    • samantha1970
      samantha1970 TexinSF

      Posted

      Hi,

      I just started to use it yesterday as I noticed many people using it on this board. Fingers crossed, thanks

  • lyn4668
    lyn4668 samantha1970

    Posted

    Is there any downside to using both so frequently?  Athena, how long have u ben using thse multiple times a day?  Aloe works but am a little afraid to use it long term.  What does the witch hazel do..clean and sterilize?  

     

    • samantha1970
      samantha1970 lyn4668

      Posted

      Hi Lyn,

      my my understanding is that witch hazel helps rejuvenate the skin and relieve itching. I've only been using it a day, I'm sure one of the other kind ladies can advise more.

      samantha x

    • renee77108
      renee77108 lyn4668

      Posted

      I have been using the witch hazel spray for over two years. It helps with sanitizing and soothing...although will sting a little if you are irritated...but is healing.  I started using the aloe about 4 months ago and starting advising it's use on this forum as it was relieving the itch and eliminated hardened skin that I had on my clitoris and helped with healing.  I have regained all sensitivity in the area and now can sometimes even go a full day without using anything without any issues. I don't do this normally...but on occassion it hasn't seemed to hurt.  I also still use the Manuka honey at night...but only a couple of times per week now...just as a safeguard.
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