Witch hazelis one of the most well-known skincare ingredients.
“It is an astringent with high tannin concentration and affinity for treating skin inflammations.”
And while witch hazel is commonly used topically, would you see any benefits from drinking it?
“This would be similar to eating a peach that is not ripe.”
Again, it’s the tannins, plant compounds found in both, that cause the upset stomach.
But despite this discomfort, Moy notes that it’s unlikely drinking witch hazel will cause any real harm.
