Magickal

Witch Hazel is well known for its use as a dousing rod, capable of locating water. A Witch Hazel dousing rod will give a characteristic tug signaling that there is water nearby as it tries to draw from it. Keep this in mind when using Witch Hazel in magical practice; just as Witch Hazel tries to draw on the water nearby, so too is it capable of drawing other energies to you, like love or clairvoyant energy.

Medicinal

Apply witch hazel directly to the skin for itching, pain, and swelling (inflammation), eye inflammation, skin injury, mucous membrane inflammation, vaginal dryness after menopause, varicose veins, hemorrhoids, bruises, insect bites, minor burns, acne, sensitive scalp, and other skin irritations.