Evidence supporting the use of: Birch (unspecified)
For the health condition: Skin Care (general)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Birch (Betula spp.) has a long history of traditional use in skin care practices, particularly in European and Russian folk medicine. Birch leaves, bark, and sap have been used in topical preparations such as salves, washes, and baths to address skin conditions like eczema, rashes, and minor wounds. The perceived benefits are attributed to compounds present in birch, such as betulin, betulinic acid, and methyl salicylate, which are thought to have mild anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects. However, the evidence supporting these traditional uses is largely anecdotal and comes from ethnobotanical records and historical texts rather than controlled clinical studies.

A limited number of in vitro studies suggest that birch extracts may possess properties beneficial to the skin, such as mild anti-inflammatory or wound-healing effects, but robust human data are lacking. No large-scale clinical trials have confirmed the efficacy or safety of birch preparations for general skin care. Therefore, while birch is commonly found in folk remedies for skin health, its use in modern skincare is supported primarily by tradition rather than strong scientific validation.

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