Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Rugose Rose (Rosa rugosa) has a long history of use in traditional East Asian medicine, particularly in China, Korea, and Japan. The petals and hips of the plant have been used for various skin conditions, including inflammation and minor wounds. Traditional texts sometimes mention the application of rose preparations to soothe irritated or sunburned skin, likely due to the plant’s reputed cooling, anti-inflammatory, and astringent properties. However, there is minimal documentation specifically linking Rosa rugosa to sunburn relief in historical sources, and most references are general to rose species or involve related uses such as wound healing or skin softening.

Modern scientific studies investigating Rosa rugosa are limited and focus mainly on its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory constituents (such as flavonoids and vitamin C), which could theoretically benefit sunburned skin. Nevertheless, there is a lack of robust clinical trials or direct experimental evidence demonstrating its efficacy for sunburn treatment. Thus, while the use of Rugose Rose for sunburn is rooted in traditional practices and supported by some plausible mechanisms, the scientific validation for this specific use remains weak.

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