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Source of validity: Traditional
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Cedrus libani, commonly known as the Lebanon cedar, has a history of traditional use in the treatment of various skin ailments, including boils. In some Middle Eastern and Mediterranean folk medicine systems, preparations from the wood, bark, or essential oil of Cedrus species have been applied topically to support skin health and help manage infections and abscesses such as boils. These uses are primarily based on anecdotal reports and ethnobotanical records rather than rigorous clinical studies.

The rationale behind such traditional applications is linked to the presence of essential oils with purported antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Some in vitro studies on related Cedrus species have shown mild antibacterial effects, but these studies are limited, not specific to Cedrus libani, and have not established efficacy or safety for treating boils in humans. There is currently no robust scientific literature or clinical trials that validate the use of Cedrus libani specifically for boils. Therefore, while its use is supported by tradition, the quality of evidence is weak, and reliance on Cedrus libani for treating boils should be approached with caution in the absence of stronger scientific validation.

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