Witch Hazel Reviews

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Andrea
January 18, 2012
Pros *cleans skin
*reduces redness
*dries oils
*removes dead skin
*easy to apply
Cons *smell bothers some people(-not me)
*less is more-by applying too much, it can dry out your skin more
Bottom line I would suggest witch hazel for light acne.
Price paid $5.00
Acne severity moderate
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Helpfulness score of this review: 2
Ryiah from Arizona, US
January 4, 2012
Pros Soft Skin
Reduces Redness
Controls Breakouts
Cheap
Cons A lot of people don't like the smell, but I find that I kind of like it.
Bottom line I've had acne since I was in fourth grade; now I'm nearing the end of my senior year and am still struggling with my acne.

I ran across Witch Hazel in the store, and I already knew the herb itself has a history of being used to heal, so I decided to take a chance and buy it. When everything else has failed, you just kinda try anything and everything that seems even moderately promising.

I started using it about a week ago, and already I can see the results. I use it when I first wake up and am getting ready for school, and then I use it right before I go to bed.

It's real gentle, doesn't burn or irritate.

I have picky skin. Just about any other face cleaner or soap I've used either didn't work, caused more break outs, or I was allergic to (one time I even got a chemical burn from a face cleaner).

As I said before, in any case, I've only been using it for a week, and my face has cleared up considerably. My skin feels softer and isn't as oily, I haven't had to apply any sort of lotion because my skin is exceedingly dry.

I'm really hoping that this continues to work. I'd definitely recommend it.
Price paid $3.00
Acne severity moderately severe
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Helpfulness score of this review: 8
Rini from Maryland
January 1, 2012
Pros cleans skin without stripping
feels soothing
visibly absorbs dirt and excess oils
cheap! :D
Cons the smell, maybe? I kind of like it, hehe.
Bottom line I have very sensitive skin. Nearly every type of foaming or sudsy cleanser causes breakouts. Same for toner. Alcohol-free, "sensitive skin", "gentle" toners send my oil glands into overdrive within 24 hours.
I normally use diluted Apple Cider Vinegar as a toner, but after a while the slight burn was a bit too much for my skin (and eyes). So, I took a gamble with Witch Hazel and so far so good! It's such a cheap simple product that, although experience has proven that simple works best, I doubted its prowess.
My acne has calmed down considerably and my skin feels pretty soft after applying it. It's a keeper!
Price paid $2.00
Acne severity moderate
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Helpfulness score of this review: 8
Valarie from Ohio
December 11, 2011
Pros Skin feels soft
Skin is clear
Controls break- outs
Reduces Wrinkles
Cons IT STINKS a bit when you first apply it
Bottom line At my age I can't believe my face is breaking out as if I'm in my teens, or even my 20's. I'm way past those years and it's really embarrassing when I'm out in public and my face looks like miniature volcanoes from hell! After using the Pro-Active product, yes I have to admit it worked for me when applied directly onto the infected area. However, once you subscribe to them it's almost impossible to get them to stop or slow down sending it to you; and they will over charge your account every month even if you've sent the merchandise back. So, I decided enough was enough and thought I need something that's less expensive and natural. I took a chance, because I really didn't know what was going to happen, but overall after each use my face feels clean and refreshing, and most importantly the break- outs are under control! Here's what I do...I use a soft sponge specially for my face and I wash it with any colorless Dove or Oil Of Olay; and sometimes I just might use Noxema. After I rinse I use one cotton ball per area of my face and apply it by using strokes going towards my nose or in an up/inward motion. Contrary to what is told this method reduces wrinkles. Use a new cotton ball per eye and pat underneath the eye counter-clock wise. Then I apply Oil Of Olay moisturizer, or a light coat of cocoa butter (for winter use only). The following morning...I rinse and repeat the process at least 3 times daily. My skin is always a glow and I look 20 years younger than what I actually am! YES!!
Price paid $0.98
Acne severity moderately severe
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Helpfulness score of this review: -9
Anonymous
December 2, 2011
Pros It works
leaves skin smooth
Cons smell
Bottom line Its a great product even though the smell is not quite flattering.
Price paid $2.00
Acne severity light
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Helpfulness score of this review: 2
Leota from South Carolina
November 29, 2011
Pros It makes your skin feel good
It can help to reduce redness
Cons none
Bottom line It didn't do much for my acne, but it's a great gentle alternative to apply before bed and keeps my skin under control overnight without burning or harming it.
Price paid $6.00
Acne severity moderate
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Helpfulness score of this review: 3
Anonymous
November 29, 2011
Pros It's natural and it works
Cons none
Bottom line the smell is for a few seconds and then gone
try some of the witch hazel brands you can find at health food stores, they smell better. they are a few more dollars but still way cheaper than any of the big selling acne lines. eat healthy and drink plenty of water.
Price paid $8.99
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Helpfulness score of this review: 7
Anonymous
November 20, 2011
Pros Overnight results
Dries face
Tightens pores
Makes skin soft
Cons Unpleasant scent
Bottom line I have only been using the product for a few days and can already see a result. I have moderate acne and have been searching for a product to clear my face for months and nothing has been working. I heard about witch hazel online and decided I would give it a try and it worked I recommend this product to anyone with moderate to severe acne who is looking for fast results. Just make sure you hace moistureizer before you start because it will dry your skin.
Price paid $6.00
Acne severity moderate
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Helpfulness score of this review: 14
Natasha from los angeles
November 13, 2011
Pros clean's skin
reduces acne
natural
reduces oily skin
Cons none yet ill be back once i use it more to tell yall how it goes
Bottom line it smells kinda bad but ull get use to it ive recently started to use it and i am 20 years old.Ive tried many products also like neutrogena clean and clear and the worst product ever for me was lorieal 360 go.... that messed up my face ultra bad.... but this product witch hazel has helped out alot lesser blackheads.Heres a secret that i use to fade scars TRY AMBI FADE CREAM =P it works it just take a while to kick in.Btw what moisturizers every1 use?
Price paid $5.00
Acne severity moderate
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Helpfulness score of this review: 2
Aria from st.john's, Grenada
November 11, 2011
Pros reduce oil
srink pores size
get ride of break out when applied @ night
makes skin soft
cleans make up throughly
Cons does not get rid of marks
Bottom line it works...it get rid of break outs but you have to get something else to get rid of the marks.... when use a long with septol soap or zukaru soap it works wonders
Price paid $11.70
Acne severity light
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Helpfulness score of this review: 2

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