Herbal Formulations in Management of Dermatitis
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Dermatitis, a persistently harmful skin condition, impacts millions of people globally. Redness, itching, and skin lesions are the hallmarks of dermatitis. The need for innovative approaches to therapy is highlighted by the significant side effects and poor efficacy of indigenous treatments, such as topical corticosteroids and immunomodulators. Herbal compositions offer a natural way to treat dermatitis. The compilation of the most recent information on the mechanisms, safety, and longevity of herbal formulations for the treatment of dermatitis is the aim of this thorough and extensive review. Collectively it indicates that skin lesions, irritation, and itching may be substantially minimized by using such medicines that comprise ingredients like turmeric, mango, ginkgo, and aloe vera, among others. These medications are a viable alternative to conventional medicines because of their typically good tolerance and minimal adverse reactions. The mechanisms behind the therapeutic advantages of herbal remedies in dermatitis include wound healing, antioxidant action, preventing microbial multiplication, and altering inflammatory cascades. These formulations contain bioactive compounds such as flavonoids, phenolic acids, and terpenoids that have been responded to skin disorders associated with dermatitis. This review highlights the potential of Phyto-pharmaceutically tailored herbal formulations as a secure, all-nature, and effective alternative to treat dermatitis. More studies are timely demand better understanding the mechanisms of action and to standardize the production and quality control of natural means in different dermatological treatments.
Authors: Arna Pal, Beduin Mahanti, Sudipta Chakraborty
Institution: Techno India University
Language: English
Topic: Medicinal Plant Research
Subfield: Plant Science
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4408998311