Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Sage oil (Salvia officinalis essential oil) has a history of use in traditional herbal medicine for various skin conditions, including wounds and inflammation. Its application for psoriasis, however, is primarily grounded in traditional practice rather than robust scientific validation. Folk medicine sometimes recommends diluted sage oil for its purported anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, which could theoretically benefit psoriasis, a chronic inflammatory skin disorder.

Despite these traditional uses, scientific evidence specifically supporting sage oil for psoriasis is minimal. There are limited in vitro and animal studies suggesting sage oil or its components (such as thujone, camphor, and cineole) may possess anti-inflammatory or antioxidant activities. However, no well-designed clinical trials have demonstrated efficacy or safety of sage oil in managing psoriasis in humans.

Furthermore, essential oils can be irritating to sensitive or broken skin, a concern for psoriasis patients. Medical guidelines and dermatology associations do not recommend sage oil as a treatment for psoriasis. Thus, while its use is based on tradition and anecdotal reports, it lacks meaningful scientific support or consensus for this indication.

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