%0 Journal Article
%T Tamanu Oil in Acne Management: Potential Anti-Inflammatory and Wound-Healing Properties for Scar Reduction
%A Rachel Marciano
%A Alexandra Loperfito
%A Maddie Moll
%A Allison Liu
%A Yuna Huh
%A Nicole Werpachowski
%A Kelly Frasier
%A Julia Vinagolu-Baur
%J Journal of Biomedical Science and Engineering
%P 185-193
%@ 1937-688X
%D 2024
%I Scientific Research Publishing
%R 10.4236/jbise.2024.1710015
%X Tamanu oil, derived from the nuts of <i>Calophyllum</i> <i>inophyllum</i>, has gained increasing attention for its potential in acne management due to its purported anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties. This analysis evaluates the efficacy of tamanu oil in acne treatment with a specific focus on its impact on inflammation and scar reduction. The novelty of this research lies in its comprehensive analysis of tamanu oil&#8217;s dual mechanism of action: reducing acne-related inflammation and promoting the healing of acne scars. Clinical trials and laboratory analyses were conducted to assess the oil&#8217;s effectiveness in diminishing erythema, swelling, and post-acne scarring compared to conventional treatments. Preliminary findings demonstrate that tamanu oil significantly reduces inflammation and accelerates wound healing, potentially offering a promising adjunct or alternative to standard acne therapies. Future research should aim to optimize formulation and application protocols, long-term effects, and comparative therapeutic efficacy with other anti-inflammatory agents. Tamanu oil offers a novel and effective approach to acne management, with potential advantages that go beyond inflammation reduction to include enhanced scar reduction, making it a subject that warrants further investigation.
%K Tamanu Oil
%K <i>Calophyllum</i> <i>inophyllum</i>
%K Acne Management
%K Anti-Inflammatory Properties
%K Wound Healing
%K Acne Scars
%K Erythema Reduction
%K Inflammation Reduction
%K Scar Reduction
%K Alternative Acne Therapies
%K Natural Acne Treatments
%K Dermatological Applications of Tamanu Oil
%U http://www.scirp.org/journal/PaperInformation.aspx?PaperID=137045