The Salem witch trials in 1692 resulted in the death of 20 men and women, imprisonment of others, and separation from their families. The trials were caused by accusations of witchcraft against three women, which escalated into a witch-hunting fever. The trials attracted wider attention, and leading figures of the day weighed in on the […]
Witch hazel has been used for centuries for medicinal purposes. It can treat a variety of skin problems, eye problems, digestive problems, and problems involving swollen blood vessels. It has antibacterial and astringent properties and can even help stop bleeding. Used medicinally for hundreds of years, witch hazel has a variety of properties that make […]
Witch hazel extract, derived from the Hammelis virginiana shrub, has astringent and anti-inflammatory properties and is used in natural skin care products. Native Americans used it for medicinal purposes, and it is now widely available in many forms. The extract contains tannins, flavonoids, gallic acid, catechins, and volatile oils, with tannins believed to be the […]
“Fag hag” is a slang term for a heterosexual woman who is close friends with one or more gay men. It was originally an insult but is now used self-referentially or by the LGBTQ+ community. Some women cultivate these friendships for safety or common interests. The term combines two offensive epithets, and other similar terms […]
