Anti-acne activity of medicinal and herbal sources

Scientific Study from the year 2017 in the subject Biology - Miscellaneous, grade: 1.5, Mar Augusthinose College, language: English, abstract: In the current study, attempts are being made to search for new and cheaper remedy for acne. Here anti acne activity of various samples [Paste, cucumber, tomato, multani mitty (fullers earth),Guava leaf, turmeric and ointment(control)] was studied against Staphylococcus sp. The most effective samples used is guava leaf. Acne is the most common skin disorder with a very high prevalence. Acne may be treated with a combination of remedies including over - the counter skin care, and medications, and chemical or laser procedures. All these treatments are comparatively costlier.

Auteur

Dr. Prem Jose Vazhacharickal is currently working as an assistant professor in the Department of Biotechnology, Mar Augusthinose College, Ramapuram, Kerala, India. He received the research training and academic guidance from Prof. Dr. Andreas Buerkert, University of Kassel, Germany.