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Source of validity: Traditional
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European hazel (Corylus avellana) has a history of traditional use in folk medicine for various minor skin conditions, including scratches and abrasions. In European herbal traditions, the leaves and bark of the hazel tree were sometimes applied externally as poultices or washes to help soothe irritated skin and assist in the healing of minor wounds. The rationale behind this traditional use is primarily based on the presence of tannins in hazel leaves and bark, which can have mild astringent properties. Astringents are thought to help contract skin tissues and may reduce minor bleeding or oozing from superficial wounds.

However, there is very limited scientific research directly evaluating the efficacy of European hazel for treating scratches, abrasions, or other skin injuries. Most modern scientific studies focus on related species, such as witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana), which is more widely recognized for its topical astringent properties. There is a lack of robust clinical trials or pharmacological data specifically supporting the use of Corylus avellana for skin healing. Therefore, while its use has some basis in traditional herbal practice, the scientific evidence is weak, and the traditional use has not been substantiated by modern research.

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