Witch Hazel vs Vitellaria Paradoxa

Witch hazel is a shrub native to North America whose bark and leaves have been used by Native Americans for centuries for skin conditions and inflammation. It is one of the most widely used botanical ingredients in cosmetics and personal care products, valued for its astringent and anti-inflammatory properties.

West African tree whose seeds produce shea butter, used widely in traditional medicine for skin conditions, anti-inflammatory applications, and food.

Hamamelitannin, Catechins, Gallic acid, Proanthocyanidins, Volatile oils

triterpene alcohols, allantoin, cinnamic acid esters, stearic acid, oleic acid

Skin astringent, Hemorrhoid treatment, Wound healing, Eye inflammation, Insect bite relief

skin conditions, wound healing, inflammation, muscle pain, sun protection

Hemorrhoids, Varicose veins, Acne and oily skin, Minor skin irritation, Postpartum perineal care

skin moisturizing, wound healing, anti-inflammatory, UV protection

Apply topical distillate or extract as needed; 2-3g bark as tea for internal use

Shea butter applied topically as needed

Internal use in large amounts, Open wounds (distillate with alcohol)

allergy to shea

Skin irritation (rare), Stomach upset (internal use), Nausea (internal use)

rare allergic contact dermatitis