Archive for the 'Tea Tree Oil' Category
Monday, July 11th, 2016
Herbalists recommend more than a dozen herbal remedies for acne and scarring, according to a recent article.
Unfortunately, only 1 of these herbals is supported by the results of a study in patients. (more…)
Acne/Rosacea, Berberine (Goldenseal), Blackcurrant, Chamomile, Chinese Medicine, Echinacea, Evening Primrose, Lavender, Tea Tree Oil | Comments Off on Acne: Recommendations are easy; data, scarce
Wednesday, January 26th, 2011
Researchers at the University of Queensland, in St Lucia, Australia, evaluated tea tree oil + lavender oil. (more…)
Infection, Lavender, Tea Tree Oil | Comments Off on Treating head lice, naturally
Monday, March 15th, 2010
Dr. Sharon Jacob from the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Medical Center in Florida and colleagues reviewed the scientific support for herbals used by patients with psoriasis.
Here are the highlights.
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Aloe Vera, Blackcurrant, Capsicum, Cayenne, Chamomile, Dong Quai, Evening Primrose, G. BOTANICALS, Milk Thistle, Phobia, Saffron, Slippery Elm, Tea Tree Oil, Turmeric, Wintergreen, Yohimbine | Comments Off on Herbals to treat psoriasis: A review of the evidence
Tuesday, July 22nd, 2008
The New England Journal of Medicine has published a report of 3 boys aged 4, 7, and 10 who were diagnosed with gynecomastia, which the authors attributed to the use of the oils when it resolved after they stopped using them.
Thanks to a reader who brings us up to date. (more…)
Aromatherapy, Lavender, Tea Tree Oil | Comments Off on Gynecomastia associated with excessive use of lavender oil and tea tree oil
Saturday, June 9th, 2007
Not based on what we know right now.
Here’s an overview.
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Acne/Rosacea, Basil, Cinnamon, Garlic, Herbals, Infection, Tea Tree Oil | Comments Off on Is there a role for herbal medicines in treating infections?