Published: 2026-01-13 Updated: 2026-01-13
Assoc. Prof. Muhammet Emin Çam
Rector Advisor, Vice Dean, and Faculty Member - Istanbul Kent University, Faculty of Pharmacy, Departmant of Pharmocology
Visiting Researcher&Lecturer -  University College London, Mechanical Engineering and Faculty of Medicine, UK
Visiting Lecturer - University of Aveiro, Faculty of Biomedical Engineering, Portugal
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"Knowing the potential side effects of commonly used herbal skincare products and using them with recommended methods can help achieve maximum benefit from natural ingredients by preventing possible allergic reactions."
MOST COMMONLY USED HERBAL SKIN CARE PRODUCTS: SIDE EFFECTS AND RECOMMENDED USES

MOST COMMONLY USED HERBAL SKIN CARE PRODUCTS: SIDE EFFECTS AND RECOMMENDED USES

Herbal ProductHealth BenefitSide EffectRecommended Use
Aloe VeraMoisturizes and soothes the skinMay cause irritation on sensitive skinApply as a gel, do not rinse
Coconut OilProvides intense moisture, nourishesMay clog pores on acne-prone skinAs a nighttime moisturizer
Rose WaterTonic effect, refreshesMay cause allergies on the skinApply with cotton like a toner
Tea Tree OilDries out acne, cleansesMay dry out the skin with over-useApply topically to acne spots
Shea ButterNourishes and renews dry skinMay feel heavy on oily skinAs a night cream for dry skin
Lavender OilRelaxes and calms the skinMay irritate some skin typesA few drops into moisturizer
Juniper TarGood for acne, maintains oil balanceMay over-dry the skinApply locally to acne
Rosemary OilRevitalizes, increases blood circulationMay cause itching on sensitive skinApply to skin with massage
Clay MaskCleanses pores, maintains oil balanceMay dry out the skin with over-useAs a mask 1-2 times a week
Vitamin E OilAntioxidant, delays agingMay cause excessive shine on oily skinApply a thin layer at night

Assoc. Prof. Muhammet Emin Çam
Assoc. Prof. Muhammet Emin Çam
Rector Advisor, Vice Dean, and Faculty Member - Istanbul Kent University, Faculty of Pharmacy, Departmant of Pharmocology
Visiting Researcher&Lecturer -  University College London, Mechanical Engineering and Faculty of Medicine, UK
Visiting Lecturer - University of Aveiro, Faculty of Biomedical Engineering, Portugal