Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oil

Karagounis, Theodora K; Gittler, Julia K.; Rotemberg, Veronica; Morel, Kimberly D.

doi:10.1111/pde.13621

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“…Based on these findings, we conclude that there is insufficient evidence to support the efficacy and the recommendation of CAM for acne, AD, and psoriasis. Conversely, our systematic Coconut oil [47][48][49][50][51] Aloe vera [52][53][54][55] Honey 7,56,57 Turmeric 23,[48][49][50][51][52][53][54][55][56][57][58][59][60][61][62] Colloidal oatmeal 63,64 Sunflower seed 51,[65][66][67][68][69][70][71] Shea butter [72][73][74][75] Witch hazel [76][77][78] Tea tree oil [79][80][81][82]…”

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Complementary and alternative medicine treatments for common skin diseases: A systematic review and meta-analysis

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Background Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) treatments are growing in popularity as alternative treatments for common skin conditions. Objectives To perform a systematic review and meta-analysis to determine the tolerability and treatment response to CAM treatments in acne, atopic dermatitis (AD), and psoriasis. Methods PubMed/Medline and Embase databases were searched to identify eligible studies measuring the effects of CAM in acne, AD, and psoriasis. Effect size with 95% confidence interval (CI) was estimated using the random-effect model. Results The search yielded 417 articles; 40 studies met the inclusion criteria. The quantitative results of CAM treatment showed a standard mean difference (SMD) of 3.78 (95% CI [−0.01, 7.57]) and 0.58 (95% CI [−6.99, 8.15]) in the acne total lesion count, a SMD of −0.70 (95% CI [−1.19, −0.21]) in the eczema area and severity index score and a SMD of 0.94 (95% CI [−0.83, 2.71]) in the scoring of atopic dermatitis score for AD, and a SMD of 3.04 (95% CI [−0.35, 6.43]) and 5.16 (95% CI [−0.52, 10.85]) in the Psoriasis Area Severity Index score for psoriasis. Limitations Differences between the study designs, sample sizes, outcome measures, and treatment durations limit the generalizability of data. Conclusions Based on our quantitative findings we conclude that there is insufficient evidence to support the efficacy and the recommendation of CAM for acne, AD, and psoriasis.

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Complementary and alternative medicine treatments for common skin diseases: A systematic review and meta-analysis

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“…5,6 Olive oil has also been found effective in reducing the TEWL and improving the skin barrier and reducing the severity of atopic dermatitis. 7,8 Aloe vera is also known for its antiinflammatory properties as it inhibits the cyclooxygenase pathway and reduces prostaglandin E2 production from arachidonic acid. It also possesses antiseptic, moisturizing and anti-aging effect and has been found to improve the skin integrity.…”

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“…Coconut oil and mustard oil have been found to have an inhibitory effect on dermatophytes in vitro, but their application has been found to be associated with increased risk of fungal infections which may be attributed to increased moisture retention 5,6 . Olive oil has also been found effective in reducing the TEWL and improving the skin barrier and reducing the severity of atopic dermatitis 7,8 . Aloe vera is also known for its anti‐inflammatory properties as it inhibits the cyclooxygenase pathway and reduces prostaglandin E2 production from arachidonic acid.…”

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Home remedies in different pediatric dermatoses: An observational study

Gupta¹,

Bhargava

2020

Dermatologic Therapy

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Traditional medicinal systems are widely practiced in the Indian subcontinent for a wide variety of diseases. We aimed to identify the various home remedies used by people to treat numerous pediatric dermatoses. It was an observational study carried out over 18 months in which 150 children attending our clinics were recruited. A detailed history regarding the various indigenous preparations used was taken from caregivers and noted in a proforma. A total of 150 children (M:F-89:61) aged between 4 months to 18 years were included. Atopic dermatitis and eczema (n = 28) were the most common dermatoses whereas the most common home remedies used for these either solo or in combination were coconut oil (13), olive oil (11), mustard oil (7), aloevera gel (6), ghee (6), curd (4), and honey (2). Acne was the second most common dermatoses (n = 22), products used for acne were Fuller's earth, aloevera gel, turmeric, gram flour, mustard oil, lime and sandalwood paste. Other dermatoses treated by indigenous products included impetigo and other bacterial infections, seborrheic dermatitis, dermatophytoses, verruca, molluscum, hypopigmentary disorders, etc. In Indian setup, home remedies are commonly used by the caregivers before visiting a dermatologist to treat various pediatric dermatoses.

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“…6 But it can exacerbate existing dermatitis by interrupting the natural barrier function of skin. 7 Topical olive oil could acts as sunscreen, but contains 2ethylhexyl-4-methoxycinnamate and 4-t-butyl-4'methoxy-dibenzoyl methane which is UVB absorber, maintaining proper penetration of ultraviolet lights to deep epidermal and dermal compartments of the skin. 8 Olive oil doesn't interfere with ultraviolet light penetration and can be applied before NB-UVB sessions safely also topical olive oil nourishes the skin without harmful toxic that's why olive oil being added to various cosmetic formulas.…”

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Topical olive oil and narrow band ultraviolet-B trial for segmental vitiligo among adult Sudanese patients in Khartoum state, Sudan 2018

Ali

Fadul²,

Taha

2019

Int J Res Dermatol

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Background: Adult segmental vitiligo treated by narrow band ultraviolet B (NB-UVB) showed delayed repigmentation. This study is being undertaken to determine the efficacy of topical olive oil addition before (NB-UVB) sessions for vitiligo patients (pts).Methods: Randomized controlled trial (RCT) enrolled ten volunteers suffering segmental vitiligo on both upper limbs, all patients left limb was tested by topical olive oil before each NB-UVB session and twice daily in session free days for a total of 20 sessions (46 days), the right upper limb was the control (only NB-UVB), each site response was assessed based on time of appearance of erythema and repigmentation. Statistical analysis was done by the Chi-square test.Results: All patients were ten, seven were female (70%), three males (30%) of middle age group, university graduates live in Khartoum state. Their left upper limbs showed erythema in <3 sessions in five pts (50%) and three-five sessions in (50%), repigmentation started in <3 sessions in one patient (10%) and three-four sessions in five pt. (50%) and >5 sessions for four pts (40%), pattern of repigmentation was marginal in eight pts (80%), mixed in two pts (20%). Their right upper limbs showed erythema in three-four sessions in two pts (20%) and eight pts (80%) needed five sessions, repigmentation started after five sessions in all patients (100%), pattern of repigmentation was follicular in one pts (10%), marginal in five pts (50%), mixed in four pts (40%).Conclusions: Addition of topical olive oil to NB-UVB for segmental vitiligo patients showed earlier occurrence of repigmentation and better pigmentation pattern.

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Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oil

Cited by 40 publications

References 47 publications

Complementary and alternative medicine treatments for common skin diseases: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Complementary and alternative medicine treatments for common skin diseases: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Home remedies in different pediatric dermatoses: An observational study

Topical olive oil and narrow band ultraviolet-B trial for segmental vitiligo among adult Sudanese patients in Khartoum state, Sudan 2018

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