Evidence supporting the use of: Proprietary Blend (Herb/Botanical)
For the health condition: Acne
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Proprietary blends of herbs and botanicals have traditionally been used in various cultures to manage and support skin health, including acne. These blends often contain ingredients such as burdock root, dandelion, green tea, and calendula, which have a long history of use for their purported anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and detoxifying properties. For example, traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine systems frequently incorporate herbal mixtures to address imbalances thought to contribute to skin eruptions like acne.
However, while individual components of these blends may have some scientific studies supporting their potential benefits (e.g., green tea polyphenols demonstrating anti-inflammatory effects in topical applications), research specifically evaluating the efficacy of proprietary herbal blends for acne is limited and often hampered by lack of standardization and rigorous clinical trials. Most evidence is anecdotal or based on historical use rather than robust, peer-reviewed clinical studies. The rating reflects that while there is a historical precedent and some preliminary scientific support for certain herbs within these blends, there is insufficient high-quality evidence to strongly recommend proprietary blends as an effective treatment for acne. Consumers should exercise caution and consult healthcare professionals before using such products, especially since the ingredients and their concentrations are not always clearly disclosed.
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Other ingredients used for Acne
ajoenealoe vera
alpha-pinene
berberine
bisabolol
black cumin
burdock
bасора
cannabis sativa oil
chamomile
cucumber
turmeric
curcumin
DIM (diindolylmethane)
epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG)
evening primrose oil
garlic bulb
green tea
hemp oil
honeysuckle
l-cystine
lactobacillus acidophilus
lactobacillus casei
lactobacillus reuteri
lactobacillus rhamnosus
lactoperoxidase
lauric acid
lavender
licorice root
monolaurin
niacinamide (vitamin B3)
omega-3 fatty acids
omega-6 fatty acids
oregon grape
pantothenic acid (vitamin B5)
phenolic acids
scrophularia root
sphaeranthus indicus
thyme
tomato
vitamin A
vitamin B
vitamin C
vitamin D
vitamin E
seaweed
zinc
shen-chu
neem tree
paederia foetida
tinospora cordifolia
blackboard tree
chrysanthemum
morinda
oriental arborvitae
trace minerals
anemarrhena asphodeloides
fulvic acid
herbal blend (proprietary)
melaleuca alternifolia
indigo leaves
15,16-Dihydrotanshinone I
Ash
Apple Cider Vinegar
Alpha-terpineol
Azelaic acid
Allicin
Abrus
Andrographolide
Alpha Hydroxy Acids
Allantoin
Asteracea
Argan nut oil
Anemarrhena
Bee Propolis
Black Seed
Babchi
Baphicacanthus cusia
Bidens pilosa
Banyan
Bee products
Bassia scoparia
Coconut
Caryophyllene
Calendula
Chlorophyllin
Carvacrol
Curcuminoid
Chinese Raisintree
Curcumen
Centipeda
Curcuma
Chinatree
Castile Soap
Copaiba Oil
Clerodendrum indicum
Cannabichromene
Cannabigerol
Dianthus
Eclipta
Evening Primrose
Other health conditions supported by Proprietary Blend (Herb/Botanical)
Abdominal PainAcid Indigestion
Acne
Addictions (general remedies for)
Addictions (tobacco smoking or chewing)
Alcoholism
Allergies (respiratory)
Amenorrhea
Anxiety
Anxiety Disorders
Appetite (deficient)
Arthritis
Asthma
Backache
Bladder Infection
Bleeding (external)
Body Building
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)