Evidence supporting the use of: Benzoin siam
For the health condition: Fungal Infections

Links: Go back one page, Tool main page, Ingredients list, Health conditions list, Body systems list

Synopsis

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

Benzoin siam, a resin obtained from Styrax tonkinensis, has a long history of use in traditional medicine, particularly in Southeast Asia. It has been applied topically for various skin conditions, including wounds and infections. The rationale for its use in fungal infections derives from its general application as an antiseptic and its inclusion in compound preparations like tincture of benzoin, which is used to protect skin and promote healing. However, the evidence supporting its specific antifungal activity is minimal and largely anecdotal. Most references to benzoin's antimicrobial effects pertain to its mild antiseptic properties, rather than a targeted antifungal action. Scientific studies directly assessing the antifungal efficacy of Benzoin siam are very limited, and any effect is presumed to be weak compared to established antifungal agents. Therefore, its use in treating fungal infections is primarily justified by tradition rather than robust scientific data. As such, Benzoin siam should not be relied upon as a primary treatment for fungal infections, and its use is best understood within the context of traditional or supportive care, rather than evidence-based medicine.

More about Benzoin siam
More about Fungal Infections

Products containing Benzoin siam

We currently have no products on Vitabase that contain this ingredient.