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
"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
| Herbal Product | Health Benefit | Side Effect | Suggested Use |
| Aloe Vera | Moisturizes and soothes the skin | May cause irritation on sensitive skin | Apply gel, do not rinse |
| Coconut Oil | Provides intense moisture, nourishes | May clog pores on acne-prone skin | Apply as a night time moisturizer |
| Rose Water | Tones, refreshes the skin | May cause allergic reactions on the skin | Apply with cotton pad as a toner |
| Tea Tree Oil | Dries out acne, cleanses | May dry out the skin with excessive use | Apply topically to acne spots |
| Shea Butter | Nourishes and renews dry skin | May feel heavy on oily skin | Apply as a night cream for dry skin |
| Lavender Oil | Relaxes, calms the skin | May cause irritation on some skin types | Add a few drops to moisturizer |
| Juniper Tar | Treats acne well, maintains oil balance | May dry out the skin too much | Apply locally to acne |
| Rosemary Oil | Revitalizes, increases blood circulation | May cause itching on sensitive skin | Apply by massaging onto the skin |
| Clay Mask | Cleanses pores, maintains oil balance | May dry out the skin with excessive use | Apply 1-2 times a week as a mask |
| Vitamin E Oil | Antioxidant, delays aging | May cause excess shine on oily skin | Apply a thin layer at night |