Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Rubus species, such as raspberry (Rubus idaeus) and blackberry (Rubus fruticosus), have a history of traditional use in folk medicine for a variety of skin conditions, including eczema. In traditional European and Asian herbal medicine, leaves and fruits of Rubus plants have been used as topical applications or teas to soothe inflamed skin, reduce itching, and promote healing. The rationale for their use is typically based on their astringent, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties, attributed to compounds like tannins, flavonoids, and anthocyanins present in the plant. However, while these traditional practices are documented in ethnobotanical literature, there is minimal scientific evidence directly supporting the efficacy of Rubus species in the treatment or management of eczema specifically. Most available research focuses on the general antioxidant or anti-inflammatory properties of Rubus extracts in vitro or in animal models, not clinical trials for eczema. No robust randomized controlled trials or high-quality human studies have confirmed their effectiveness for this skin condition. Thus, the use of Rubus for eczema is primarily justified by tradition, and the evidence rating is low.

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