General Information – Main Ingredients

Hamamelis Virginiana - The natural medicine of the North American Indians

Hamamelis Virginiana (also called Witch Hazel) contains active principles that are among the most useful substances of today’s medical science. Therapeutic applications include the treatment of chronic disorders, stimulation of self-healing and normalization of cellular processes. Hamamelis is used mostly in the topical treatment of various skin and mucosal affections, as a welcome alternative to cortisone-containing preparations. The healing powers of the „magic Virginia bush“ are chiefly due to three groups of active substances: The first group includes the polyphenols, i.e. the tannins and flavonoids. Acts as antioxidant, cell protection and protective shield against UV irradiation The second group are the organic acids found in the leaves of Hamamelis. They exert an anti-inflammatory effect. The third group are the volatile oils, can inhibit the growth of microorganisms and also act as disinfectants. The steam-distillation product of Hamamelis Virginiana contains all volatile and water-soluble components found in the bark and in the leaves. The manufacturing process ensures the constancy of the quality and incorporates rigorous pharmacopoeia-stipulated controls.