Evidence supporting the use of: Cowslip
For the health condition: Skin (dry and/or flaky)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Cowslip (Primula veris) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly in Europe. Historically, the flowers and roots have been used for their purported anti-inflammatory and soothing properties. In folk medicine, cowslip was sometimes employed in topical applications for skin complaints such as minor wounds, rashes, or dry, flaky skin. Documentation of these uses can be found in various herbal texts dating from the Middle Ages onward. However, the use of cowslip specifically for dry or flaky skin is not as well-documented or prevalent as its use for respiratory issues or as a mild sedative. There are few, if any, high-quality scientific studies that evaluate the efficacy of cowslip in treating dry or flaky skin, and its mechanism of action for this use remains unclear. Most references to cowslip for skin care are anecdotal or based on traditional herbalist recommendations rather than controlled clinical trials. Thus, while cowslip has been used traditionally for some skin-related issues, the evidence base is weak and primarily historical rather than scientific.

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