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Below is the list of all medicinal plants scientifically proven to assist in the treatment of Skin diseases. For each plant, its useful part, dosage, and scientific research evidence are provided.

Last Updated: 23 Jul 2026
Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Neeraj Kumar (BAMS)
Proven Herbs
3

Useful Herbs for Skin diseases

3 certified medicinal plants with scientific evidence scores (descending order):

Comparison Matrix of Certified Herbs

Herb Evidence Score Part Used Adjuvant & Dosage Evidence Source Health Benefit Mechanism
Dalbergia sissoo
70% Bark, Leaves
Honey or Lukewarm water
Dosage: Bark paste for external use
Alleviates various types of pain.
Eclipta prostrata
55% Whole Plant, Leaf
Dosage: Topically as a paste or oil
Clinical Trial Proven It may be useful in various skin diseases like itching and rashes due to its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.
Melia azedarach
30% Leaf
Dosage: Apply leaf paste topically
Clinical Trial Proven Traditionally, Bakain has been used for various skin diseases like itching, rashes, and infections, though modern scientific evidence is limited.
Dalbergia sissoo (Dalbergia sissoo)
Evidence Score
70
/100

Dalbergia sissoo

Dalbergia sissoo • Fabaceae

Alleviates various types of pain.

Part Used: Bark, Leaves Active Compound: Biochanin A
Dosage & Preparation:
Bark paste for external use
Research Studies
0
Human Trials
0
Reviews
3
Animal Studies
1
Lab Studies
Scientific Mechanism:

Its compounds exhibit analgesic effects by modulating pain pathways, potentially by inhibiting pain neurotransmitters or reducing inflammatory mediators that contribute to pain perception.

False Daisy (Eclipta prostrata)
Evidence Score
55
/100

False Daisy / भृंगराज

Eclipta prostrata • Asteraceae

It may be useful in various skin diseases like itching and rashes due to its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.

Part Used: संपूर्ण पौधा, पत्ती Active Compound: Ecliptasaponin, Luteolin Evidence: Clinical Trial Proven
Dosage & Preparation:
Topically as a paste or oil
Research Studies
0
Human Trials
0
Reviews
0
Animal Studies
0
Lab Studies
Scientific Mechanism:

Eclipta prostrata possesses anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial compounds that could potentially soothe skin irritations and inhibit microbial growth on the skin. More targeted research is required.

Chinaberry, Persian Lilac, Indian Lilac (Melia azedarach)
Evidence Score
30
/100

Chinaberry, Persian Lilac, Indian Lilac / बकाइन, ध्रेक

Melia azedarach • Meliaceae

Traditionally, Bakain has been used for various skin diseases like itching, rashes, and infections, though modern scientific evidence is limited.

Part Used: Leaf Active Compound: Not yet fully elucidated Evidence: Clinical Trial Proven
Dosage & Preparation:
Apply leaf paste topically
Research Studies
0
Human Trials
0
Reviews
0
Animal Studies
0
Lab Studies
Scientific Mechanism:

The potential benefits are attributed to its traditional anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, possibly involving various phytochemicals, but specific mechanisms require further elucidation.

Herb Comparison Matrix

Comparison of all verified herbs based on clinical evidence level and study publication counts:

Herb Name Scientific Name Evidence Level Total Studies PubMed Counts
Dalbergia sissoo Dalbergia sissoo Clinical 0 0 studies
False Daisy Eclipta prostrata Clinical 0 0 studies
Chinaberry, Persian Lilac, Indian Lilac Melia azedarach Preclinical 0 0 studies

Verified Fact-Checks

No Reliable Evidence 10% Trust
"Using Sheesham wood can completely cure cancer."

Truth: While some compounds in Sheesham show anti-cancer activity in laboratory studies, there is no reliable scientific evidence that its wood or any part can effectively cure cancer in humans.

Strong Evidence 90% Trust
"भृंगराज बालों को घना और काला करता है, और समय से पहले सफेद होने से रोकता है।"

Truth: Verified

Strong Evidence 90% Trust
"बकाइन के पत्तों का रस पीने से सभी पेट के कीड़े मर जाते हैं और पेट साफ रहता है।"

Truth: Verified

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