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Lesser Burdock (Arctium minus) and Acne: evidence and sources

Preliminary evidence

Sebaceous-gland regulator - helps balance skin oil (acne); Traditional 'alterative' / depurative for chronic skin conditions - eczema, psoriasis, acne and boils (internally and topically)

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Burdock (Arctium): Benefits, Medicinal Uses, Safety

Herbal Reality · n.d.

Traditional / referenceCommon burdockLesser BurdockWild rhubarbArctium minus

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Burdock Uses, Benefits & Dosage

Drugs.com · n.d.

Traditional / referenceCommon burdockLesser BurdockWild rhubarbArctium minus

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2 sources supporting Lesser Burdock for Acne. Includes scientific publications, books, monographs and traditional-use references.

Mechanistic basis

This use is associated with the plant's alterative / depurative ('detox') action.