Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

The blackboard tree (Alstonia scholaris) has a long history of use in traditional medicine, especially in South and Southeast Asia. In traditional Ayurvedic and folk medicine systems, various parts of the plant, such as bark and leaves, have been used for their purported antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing properties. This has led to its occasional use in the management of skin conditions, including acne. The rationale is based on the belief that its extracts can help reduce inflammation and prevent secondary infections in acne lesions. However, while some in vitro and animal studies suggest that Alstonia scholaris possesses antibacterial and anti-inflammatory activities, there is a lack of robust clinical trials or scientific validation specifically linking its use to effective acne treatment in humans. Thus, the evidence supporting its use for acne is primarily traditional and anecdotal, with little to no high-quality clinical data to confirm efficacy or safety for this specific indication. As such, it is rated low (1/5) in terms of supporting evidence for acne treatment.

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