Herbal Products for Acne Vulgaris: A Review

Abstract

Acne is a prevalent skin condition that affects a considerable portion of the population, primarily teenagers and young adults. In most cases, it causes pimples on the face, neck, and upper back. A variety of red and flaky skin patches, as well as blackheads, whiteheads, nodules, and pustules, characterize this condition. Acne has a significant cutaneous and psychological illness burden, and its pathophysiology and current therapies are challenging. The severity of acne varies, and some people are more likely to get it because of their genes. Acne inflammation has been linked to the pus-forming bacteria Propionibacterium acnes (P. acne). In the past century, many treatment options have been available in the market that could be taken in oral or topical treatment options. Plant extracts that are useful in treating acne have recently gained popularity as a natural acne treatment alternative. This article aims to discover how antibacterial herbal medicines work against the things that cause acne vulgaris. Pathogenic reasons are high sebum production, pilosebaceous duct calcification, dysbiosis, and inflammation. As part of the treatment, synthetic drugs with significant side effects must be taken continuously throughout the year. Because of this, the safest, most effective medications are needed for therapy. Medications made from plant extracts, such as herbal ones, are a safe alternative to synthetic drugs. The herbal plants in this article are research-based, using active components of the plants that have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial properties and reduce sebum production to help treat or alleviate acne. Hence, herbal therapy aims to give people access to safe, effective, and cost- effective medicines. The current review summarizes different herbal products' roles in treating acne, where many databases were gathered and searched to find every medicinal plant with anti-acne action and provide effective treatment options for individuals who opt to consider herbal medication for acne