Evidence supporting the use of: Lilium polyphyllum
For the health condition: Skin Care (general)

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Synopsis

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

Lilium polyphyllum, commonly known as the "White Himalayan Lily," has a long history of use in traditional systems of medicine, particularly in the Himalayan regions and parts of northern India and Nepal. Ethnobotanical sources document its use in local remedies for various health concerns, including general skin care. Traditional texts and folk medicine practitioners have used preparations of its bulbs and roots in topical applications, believed to soothe irritated skin, promote healing, and improve complexion. However, these uses are primarily anecdotal or passed down through oral traditions, with little or no written documentation detailing specific methodologies or clinical outcomes.

Modern scientific validation for the skin care benefits of Lilium polyphyllum is lacking. While some general studies on related lily species suggest the presence of flavonoids, saponins, and polysaccharides that could have antioxidant or anti-inflammatory properties, there is no direct research substantiating the efficacy of Lilium polyphyllum for skin health. No peer-reviewed trials or pharmacological studies specifically investigate its effects on skin conditions or general skin care. Consequently, its use in this context is best characterized as traditional, supported by moderate ethnobotanical evidence but not by clinical or laboratory research.

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