Evidence supporting the use of: Red Sandalwood
For the health condition: Dermatitis
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Red Sandalwood (Pterocarpus santalinus) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly Ayurveda and Unani, where it is applied to various skin conditions including dermatitis, eczema, and inflammation. The wood is typically ground into a paste and applied topically to soothe irritated or inflamed skin. These traditional uses are based on the perceived cooling, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties of Red Sandalwood. However, scientific research specifically evaluating Red Sandalwood for dermatitis or related skin diseases is sparse. Some in vitro studies suggest that extracts from Pterocarpus santalinus possess antioxidant and mild anti-inflammatory properties, which could theoretically be beneficial for skin inflammation. Despite these findings, there have been no robust clinical trials or substantial scientific validation specifically supporting its efficacy for dermatitis in humans. In summary, the use of Red Sandalwood for dermatitis is primarily rooted in tradition rather than scientific evidence. While its traditional application for skin conditions is well documented, more rigorous studies are needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness for dermatitis in modern clinical practice.
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beeswax
beta caryophyllene
bisabolol
black currant
black walnut
burdock
cannabis sativa oil
chamomile
coating
turmeric
forsythia
garlic bulb
ginger
gotu kola
green tea
hemp oil
hyaluronic acid
lactoperoxidase
lauric acid
niacinamide (Vitamin B3)
oregon grape
phenolic compounds
plantain
pomegranate
purified silver
quercetin
resveratrol
riboflavin (vitamin B2)
rosemary
schizonepeta
scrophularia root
specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs)
sphaeranthus indicus
vitamin A
vitamin D
vitamin E
zinc
chickweed
xanthium (cockleburs)
mugwort
neem tree
commiphora
siler root
oriental arborvitae
birch
polyphenols
fulvic acid
eucalyptus
menthol oil
melaleuca alternifolia
geranium
Avens
Alpha-terpineol
Azelaic acid
Ardisia
Anamu
Allantoin
Asteracea
Argan nut oil
Bee Propolis
Babchi
Baphicacanthus cusia
Bidens pilosa
Bishop's Weed
Boswellic Acid
Butea monosperma
Barleria
Bisabolene
Bee products
Bombax
Bassia scoparia
Coconut
Centella triterpenes
Caryophyllene
Calendula
Chlorophyllin
coconut oil
Colloid
Carvacrol
Curcuminoid
Chinese Raisintree
Curcumen
Centella asiatica
Centipeda
Curcuma
Cannabidiol
Carthamus
Copaiba Oil
Cannabigerol
Chrysophanics
Dianthus
Epidermal Growth Factor
Eclipta
Emu Oil
Euphorbia
Ethyl Linoleate
Flavonoids
Fang-Feng
Fatty acids
Ficus simplicissima
fibroblast growth factor
Gallic Acid
Gnaphalium
Glyceryl monolaurate
Growth factors
Glechoma hederacea
Gallotannin
Glycyrrhetinic Acid
Heal-All
Hydrocolloid
Henna
Himalaya Berry
Hemp
Iridoid glycosides
Indian Fagonia
Jojoba Oil
Kokilaksha
Litsea
Lichen
Laggera pterodonta
Linseed Oil
Lantana camara
Leptospermum scoparium
Labdanum
Mallow
Melia
Malva sylvestris
Mangostin
Mahonia
Milkweed
Marine colloids
Marigold
Marking Nut Tree
Macaranga indica
Nigella Seed
Oxystelma
Propolis
Phyllanthus
Pentacyclic triterpenoids
Paris polyphylla
Pansit-pansitan
Panthenol
Patrinia
Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA)
Peptides
Rue
Rosmarinic Acid
Reed Herb
Squalene
Sichuan Lovage
Sicklepod
Sophora
Sesbania
Solanaceae
Shark Liver Oil
Self-Heal
Sweet Annie
Salvia
Sensitive Plant
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Sandalwood
Sulfur
Storax
Terpenoids
Thymoquinone
Terpinen-4-ol
Thymus
Thymol
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Violet
Wrightia tinctoria
Witch Hazel
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Other health conditions supported by Red Sandalwood
Abdominal PainAcne
Arthritis
Backache
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Cuts
Dandruff
Dermatitis
Diarrhea
Eczema
Fever
Gastritis
Inflammation
Injuries
Itching
Menstrual Irregularity
Pain (general remedies for)
Rashes and Hives
Scars / Scar Tissue
Scratches and Abrasions
Skin (dry and/or flaky)
Skin (infections)
Skin Care (general)
Sunburn
Urinary Tract Infections
Wounds and Sores