Evidence supporting the use of: Cherokee Rosehip
For the health condition: Scars / Scar Tissue

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Synopsis

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

Cherokee Rosehip (Rosa laevigata) has been used in traditional medicine, particularly in Chinese and some Native American practices, for various skin concerns. The fruit, similar to the more widely studied Rosa canina (common rosehip), contains vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants, which can theoretically support skin healing processes. In traditional Chinese medicine, Cherokee Rosehip is sometimes used in topical remedies or poultices for skin wounds, sores, and inflammation. However, these uses are based on historical and ethnobotanical records rather than formal clinical studies.

There is limited scientific evidence directly linking Cherokee Rosehip extract to improved healing or reduction of scars or scar tissue. Most of the modern research on rosehip oil’s effects on scars has focused on Rosa canina, which has shown some benefit in small clinical studies for improving scar appearance, likely due to its essential fatty acids and antioxidants. These effects have not been specifically confirmed for Cherokee Rosehip. Thus, while there is clear traditional precedent for its use in skin healing, rigorous scientific validation for its effectiveness on scars or scar tissue is lacking.

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