Evidence supporting the use of: Lavandula (unspecified)
For the health condition: Fungal Infections

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3

Lavandula (commonly known as lavender) has a history of use as an aromatic and medicinal plant, and its essential oil has been studied for various antimicrobial properties, including antifungal effects. Several in vitro studies have demonstrated that lavender essential oil, particularly from Lavandula angustifolia, exhibits inhibitory activity against a range of pathogenic fungi, such as Candida albicans, Aspergillus species, and Trichophyton species. The antifungal activity is generally attributed to its major constituents, linalool and linalyl acetate, which can disrupt fungal cell membranes.

However, most of the evidence comes from laboratory studies rather than clinical trials. There are few, if any, well-designed human studies specifically evaluating the efficacy and safety of lavender preparations for the treatment of fungal infections. Some traditional medicine systems have used lavender for skin conditions, but its historical use is not as prominent as its use for other conditions such as anxiety or insomnia.

In summary, while there is scientific evidence from laboratory studies supporting lavender's antifungal properties, clinical evidence in humans is limited. Thus, its use against fungal infections is justified primarily by laboratory science rather than traditional practice or robust clinical validation.

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