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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"Maximizing the benefits of herbal skincare products depends on adhering to recommended usage instructions to prevent unwanted skin reactions."
Most Commonly Used Herbal Skincare Products: Side Effects and Recommended Uses

Most Commonly Used Herbal Skincare Products: Side Effects and Recommended Uses

Herbal ProductHealth BenefitSide EffectSuggested Use
Aloe VeraMoisturizes and soothes the skinMay cause irritation on sensitive skinApply gel, do not rinse
Coconut OilProvides intense moisture, nourishesMay clog pores on acne-prone skinApply as a night time moisturizer
Rose WaterTones, refreshes the skinMay cause allergic reactions on the skinApply with cotton pad as a toner
Tea Tree OilDries out acne, cleansesMay dry out the skin with excessive useApply topically to acne spots
Shea ButterNourishes and renews dry skinMay feel heavy on oily skinApply as a night cream for dry skin
Lavender OilRelaxes, calms the skinMay cause irritation on some skin typesAdd a few drops to moisturizer
Juniper TarTreats acne well, maintains oil balanceMay dry out the skin too muchApply locally to acne
Rosemary OilRevitalizes, increases blood circulationMay cause itching on sensitive skinApply by massaging onto the skin
Clay MaskCleanses pores, maintains oil balanceMay dry out the skin with excessive useApply 1-2 times a week as a mask
Vitamin E OilAntioxidant, delays agingMay cause excess 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