Evidence supporting the use of: Blend (Combination)
For the health condition: Boils
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Herbal blends or combinations have been traditionally used in various cultures to support the treatment of boils, largely based on anecdotal evidence and the historical use of individual herbs known for their antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, or wound-healing properties. Examples of such blends include combinations of turmeric, neem, tea tree oil, and other botanicals. In Ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine, polyherbal formulations have been applied topically or ingested to help reduce inflammation, promote pus drainage, and speed up healing. The rationale was that blending ingredients could provide broader antimicrobial coverage and synergistic effects. However, while there is some scientific support for the use of specific herbs (such as turmeric or tea tree oil) for skin infections, robust clinical trials testing whole blends for boils are lacking. Most evidence remains historical or is extrapolated from studies on individual components. Therefore, while traditional use is well documented, scientific validation for the efficacy of such blends as a whole is limited. Users should exercise caution and consult healthcare professionals before relying on herbal blends as a primary treatment for boils, especially if the infection is severe or persistent.
Other ingredients used for Boils
activated charcoalajoene
allspice
aloe vera
bayberry
black walnut
burdock
bасора
chamomile
clove
cowage seed
turmeric
curcumin
garlic bulb
goldenseal
Japanese sophora
lavender
LH01-myoviridae
magnesium
oregano
oregon grape
parsley
plantain
purified silver
schizonepeta
scrophularia root
sphaeranthus indicus
thyme
vitamin C
vitamin E
zinc
bentonite
squawvine
typhonium
xanthium (cockleburs)
shen-chu
mugwort
Indian bael
neem tree
nut grass
clerodendrum indicum
ferula assafoetida
punarnava
commiphora
paederia foetida
blackboard tree
caesalpinia crista
rubia cordifolia
boxthorne
buckthorn
myrrh
siler root
amber
fern
hyacinth bean
morinda
trichosanthes
zanthoxylum
eucalyptus
wintergreen
camphor oil
stillingia
paw paw
white oak
herbal blend (proprietary)
melaleuca alternifolia
indigo leaves
geranium
arnica
Ash
Avens
Aquilegia viridiflora
Anthraquinone
Ardisia
acacia
Agave
Agrimony
Allicin
Antirrhinum majus
Achyranthes
Anamu
Abrus
Alchornea
Aconite
Andrographolide
Aerva lanata
American Liverleaf
Aquilegia formosa
Asam gelugor
Allantoin
Alkanet
Alsonia scholaris
Ampelopsis
Asteracea
Alliin
Abuta
Alkanna
Amor seco
Arani
Arisaema
Bee Propolis
Bermuda Grass
Babchi
Bai Ji
Baliospermum
Baphicacanthus cusia
Bidens pilosa
Black-Eyed Susan
Balsam
Bishop's Weed
Butea monosperma
Black galingale
Barleria
Bitter Grass
Brazillian peppertree
Bael
Bloodroot
Benzoin
Baccharoides anthelmintica
Banyan
Bletilla
Bee products
Black Nightshade
Bombax
Borassus Palm
Borassus aethiopum
Black root
benzyl isothiocyanate
Bassia scoparia
Boerhavia diffusa
Borneol
Coconut
Curry leaf
Calendula
Croton seeds
Calotropis gigantea
Colloidal Silver
Capillary Artemisia
Cinquefoil
Cyathula
Carry Me Seed
Cajuput
Chinese Raisintree
Cowherb
Cynoglossum grande
Cedar
California Pitcher Plant
Centipeda
Cedrus libani
Castile Soap
Cynodon dactylon
Chiococca alba
Cocklebur
Copaiba Oil
Celosia
Clerodendrum indicum
Chrysophanics
Dianthus
Didymocarpus
DIVI-DIVI
Dragon's Blood
Devil's Club
Davilla rugosa
Dichrostachys glomerata
Eclipta
Echinacea
Emu Oil
Elephant's Head
Eupatorium
Embelia
Garlic
Iris
Little ironweed
Mallow
Poppy
Spikenard
Other health conditions supported by Blend (Combination)
Abdominal PainAbscesses
Addictions (general remedies for)
Afterbirth Pain
Allergies (respiratory)
Amenorrhea
Anxiety
Appetite (deficient)
Arthritis
Athletic and Exercise Aids
Belching
Boils
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Carbuncles
Chills
Cholesterol (high)
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Congestion (sinus)
Constipation (adults)
Cough (dry)
Cough (general)
Cough (spastic)
Cuts
Depression
Digestion (poor)
Dizziness
Emotional Sensitivity