Evidence supporting the use of: Asteracea
For the health condition: Acne

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

The use of Asteraceae species (such as chamomile, calendula, and burdock) for acne is primarily justified by traditional herbal practice rather than robust scientific evidence. In traditional medicine systems, plants from the Asteraceae family have been used for their purported anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and skin-soothing properties, which are believed to help with skin eruptions, including acne. For example, calendula (Calendula officinalis) ointments and chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) extracts are used topically in folk medicine to reduce skin redness and promote healing. Burdock root (Arctium lappa), another Asteraceae member, has a history of use as a blood purifier and for treating various skin conditions, including acne. However, while there are a few small studies and laboratory experiments suggesting some antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects of certain Asteraceae extracts, the clinical evidence supporting their efficacy for acne specifically remains limited and of low methodological quality. Most of the support for their use comes from historical or anecdotal reports rather than large, well-controlled clinical trials. Therefore, the evidence rating is low, and the use of Asteraceae for acne should be considered traditional, with limited scientific support.

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