Investigating the effect of a herbal cream containing rose essence in an animal model of eczema

Objective: Eczema, a common inflammatory skin condition characterized by itching and dermatitis, can significantly impact the quality of life. While conventional treatments exist, there is interest in exploring natural alternatives. This study investigates the efficacy of a rosehip extract-based cre...

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Main Authors: Ali Reza Malayeri, Anayatollah Salimi, Fariba Iraji, Susan Sabbagh, Neda Shakerian, Mobin Khaledi
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Published: Mashhad University of Medical Sciences 2025-03-01
Series:Avicenna Journal of Phytomedicine
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Online Access:https://ajp.mums.ac.ir/article_25132_42de0b77713041826e8b8fb6d7db956c.pdf
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author Ali Reza Malayeri
Anayatollah Salimi
Fariba Iraji
Susan Sabbagh
Neda Shakerian
Mobin Khaledi
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description Objective: Eczema, a common inflammatory skin condition characterized by itching and dermatitis, can significantly impact the quality of life. While conventional treatments exist, there is interest in exploring natural alternatives. This study investigates the efficacy of a rosehip extract-based cream in mitigating eczema symptoms in a mouse model.Materials and Methods: Thirty-five mice were divided into five groups: control, dinitrochlorobenzene (DNCB)-induced eczema (model group), and treatment groups receiving placebo, betamethasone cream (positive control), or rosehip extract cream. Following topical treatment for four weeks, the animals were euthanized, and their skin was evaluated for inflammation, moisture, and thickness. Histopathological analysis was performed using hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining.Results: Compared to the control group, DNCB treatment significantly increased inflammation, erythema (redness), dryness, and epidermal thickness. Notably, topical application of the rosehip extract cream significantly reduced these eczema-associated parameters, demonstrating efficacy comparable to the positive control (betamethasone cream).Conclusion: This study suggests that a topical cream formulated with rosehip extract may be a promising therapeutic strategy for alleviating eczema symptoms. The anti-inflammatory and potentially regenerative properties of rose extract warrant further investigation for the development of natural eczema treatments.
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spelling doaj-art-3566dee6f0784dd3a36256fee1d161b52025-08-20T01:51:24ZengMashhad University of Medical SciencesAvicenna Journal of Phytomedicine2228-79302228-79492025-03-011521070108110.22038/ajp.2024.2513225132Investigating the effect of a herbal cream containing rose essence in an animal model of eczemaAli Reza Malayeri0Anayatollah Salimi1Fariba Iraji2Susan Sabbagh3Neda Shakerian4Mobin Khaledi5Medicinal Plant Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, IranNanotechnology Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, IranDepartment of Dermatology, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, IranDepartment of Anatomical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Dezful University of Medical Sciences, Dezful, IranDepartment of Clinical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Dezful University of Medical Sciences, Dezful, IranMedicinal Plant Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, IranObjective: Eczema, a common inflammatory skin condition characterized by itching and dermatitis, can significantly impact the quality of life. While conventional treatments exist, there is interest in exploring natural alternatives. This study investigates the efficacy of a rosehip extract-based cream in mitigating eczema symptoms in a mouse model.Materials and Methods: Thirty-five mice were divided into five groups: control, dinitrochlorobenzene (DNCB)-induced eczema (model group), and treatment groups receiving placebo, betamethasone cream (positive control), or rosehip extract cream. Following topical treatment for four weeks, the animals were euthanized, and their skin was evaluated for inflammation, moisture, and thickness. Histopathological analysis was performed using hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining.Results: Compared to the control group, DNCB treatment significantly increased inflammation, erythema (redness), dryness, and epidermal thickness. Notably, topical application of the rosehip extract cream significantly reduced these eczema-associated parameters, demonstrating efficacy comparable to the positive control (betamethasone cream).Conclusion: This study suggests that a topical cream formulated with rosehip extract may be a promising therapeutic strategy for alleviating eczema symptoms. The anti-inflammatory and potentially regenerative properties of rose extract warrant further investigation for the development of natural eczema treatments.https://ajp.mums.ac.ir/article_25132_42de0b77713041826e8b8fb6d7db956c.pdfeczemarose extractdinitrochlorobenzenesmall laboratory mouserosa spp
spellingShingle Ali Reza Malayeri
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Fariba Iraji
Susan Sabbagh
Neda Shakerian
Mobin Khaledi
Investigating the effect of a herbal cream containing rose essence in an animal model of eczema
Avicenna Journal of Phytomedicine
eczema
rose extract
dinitrochlorobenzene
small laboratory mouse
rosa spp
title Investigating the effect of a herbal cream containing rose essence in an animal model of eczema
title_full Investigating the effect of a herbal cream containing rose essence in an animal model of eczema
title_fullStr Investigating the effect of a herbal cream containing rose essence in an animal model of eczema
title_full_unstemmed Investigating the effect of a herbal cream containing rose essence in an animal model of eczema
title_short Investigating the effect of a herbal cream containing rose essence in an animal model of eczema
title_sort investigating the effect of a herbal cream containing rose essence in an animal model of eczema
topic eczema
rose extract
dinitrochlorobenzene
small laboratory mouse
rosa spp
url https://ajp.mums.ac.ir/article_25132_42de0b77713041826e8b8fb6d7db956c.pdf
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