Synopsis

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

Self-Heal (Prunella vulgaris) has a long history of use in traditional medicine, particularly in Europe and Asia, for a variety of skin conditions, including acne. Its use is primarily justified by traditional practices rather than robust scientific evidence. Traditionally, Self-Heal has been applied topically or made into infusions to support wound healing, reduce inflammation, and treat minor skin irritations. The rationale for its use in acne comes from its purported anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties as described in herbal medicine texts and ethnobotanical records.

While there are some in vitro studies suggesting Prunella vulgaris extracts possess antibacterial and anti-inflammatory activities, these studies are not acne-specific and do not directly demonstrate clinical efficacy for acne treatment. There are no well-designed human clinical trials evaluating Self-Heal for acne. Therefore, its use for acne remains based on traditional herbal practices, not modern scientific validation. The evidence rating is a 2, indicating weak support derived from historical use and limited laboratory data, but lacking direct clinical proof for acne.

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