Evidence supporting the use of: Botanical Blend
For the health condition: Acne

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Synopsis

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

Botanical blends have been used traditionally to support the treatment of acne, primarily in the form of herbal teas, tinctures, or topical preparations. These blends often include herbs such as Calendula officinalis (calendula), Camellia sinensis (green tea), Glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice), Melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree), and others, which have anecdotal or historical reports of benefits for skin health and inflammation. Traditional systems of medicine, such as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Ayurveda, have prescribed combinations of botanicals for centuries to address "heat" or "toxins" believed to underlie acne.

While there is some scientific evidence for individual botanicals (such as tea tree oil for mild to moderate acne), robust clinical trials evaluating complex botanical blends as a whole are lacking. Most evidence remains anecdotal or based on historical usage rather than modern scientific validation. Therefore, while the use of botanical blends for acne is justified by tradition, the overall quality and quantity of scientific evidence are limited, and efficacy may vary widely depending on the specific herbs and formulations used.

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