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Source of validity: Traditional
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Spruce (from the genus Picea) has a history of traditional use in various folk medicine practices, particularly among Indigenous peoples in North America and parts of Europe. The needles and resin have been used in preparations intended to treat skin conditions, including dandruff, largely due to their purported antimicrobial and soothing properties. These traditional uses are typically rooted in observations of spruce's aromatic resins and oils, which were believed to cleanse the scalp and reduce flakiness. However, scientific studies specifically evaluating the efficacy of spruce or its extracts for the treatment of dandruff are extremely limited or non-existent. While some components found in spruce, such as terpenes, may have mild antimicrobial or anti-inflammatory effects, there is no direct clinical evidence supporting spruce as a treatment for dandruff. Its use in modern dandruff shampoos or scalp treatments is rare, and when present, it is usually for fragrance or as a minor botanical component. Traditional use is the main justification for its inclusion in some herbal remedies, but until more rigorous studies are conducted, its effectiveness remains largely anecdotal.

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