Evidence supporting the use of: Alchemilla
For the health condition: Blisters

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Alchemilla, commonly known as lady’s mantle, has a long history of traditional use in herbal medicine, mainly in Europe. Its application for skin conditions, including blisters, is based primarily on folk remedies and herbalist practices rather than robust scientific studies. Traditionally, the herb’s leaves were used externally as a poultice or wash to aid wound healing, reduce inflammation, and promote the drying of weeping skin due to their astringent properties, attributed to tannins and other polyphenols present in the plant. Herbal manuals and ethnobotanical sources occasionally mention its use for minor wounds, abrasions, and skin irritations, which could include blisters, but such references are infrequent and not well documented for blisters specifically.

There is no substantial scientific research or clinical trial evidence supporting the effectiveness of Alchemilla for treating blisters. Most available data concern its broader use for skin health or gynecological conditions. The evidence rating is therefore low, reflecting scant, anecdotal, or tradition-based support rather than systematic study or verification. In summary, while Alchemilla may be used traditionally for minor skin complaints, including blisters, its application is not scientifically validated, and any benefit should be considered unproven and primarily anecdotal.

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