Evidence supporting the use of: Atlantic Cedar
For the health condition: Rashes and Hives

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Atlantic Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) has a history of use in traditional medicine, particularly in North Africa and parts of Europe, where cedar wood, oil, or extracts have been applied topically for various skin conditions, including rashes and hives. Traditional practices often cite its antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and soothing properties, using it in ointments or balms to relieve skin irritation. However, robust scientific studies on its efficacy for rashes or hives are lacking. There are few clinical trials or pharmacological studies that directly examine its benefits for these specific conditions. Most of the support for its use remains anecdotal or based on historical herbal practices rather than modern biomedical research. Limited in vitro studies suggest some antimicrobial or anti-inflammatory activity in cedarwood oil, but these findings are preliminary and do not specifically address rashes or hives. As such, its use is primarily justified by tradition, with minimal scientific validation.

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