What is sophora oil？
Sophora oil is a natural oil extracted from the roots of the leguminous plant Sophora flavescens. It is rich in ingredients such as matrine and oxymatrine. It has the effects of clearing heat and dampness, killing insects and relieving itching. It is often used to treat skin diseases, eczema, itchy skin and other symptoms. It can be used in external preparations or mixed with other oils.
What are the main benefits and uses of Sophora flavescens oil?
Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory: It has certain antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, and can help alleviate skin inflammation.
Antipruritic: It can relieve itching caused by skin diseases.
Adjunctive treatment for skin diseases: It is commonly used to treat skin-related conditions such as eczema, eczema, scabies, and trichomoniasis.
Traditional Chinese Medicine applications: In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Sophora flavescens and its extracts are primarily used to clear heat and dampness, kill parasites, and act as a diuretic. They are used to treat heat dysentery, bloody stools, jaundice, and vaginal discharge.
What precautions should be taken when using Sophora flavescens oil?
Concentration and Allergy Risk: When using Sophora flavescens oil, pay attention to the concentration and allergy risk. Avoid use if you have severe allergies or skin wounds or swelling.
Follow your doctor’s advice: For combination medications or serious conditions, follow your doctor’s advice when using Sophora flavescens oil.
What are the specific benefits of Sophora flavescens in cosmetics?
Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory: Matrine inhibits a variety of bacteria and fungi, reducing the risk of skin infections. It can be used to prevent and treat skin problems such as acne, blackheads, eczema, and dermatitis. For example, in some acne-removing products, matrine can help inhibit the growth of acne-causing bacteria, reduce inflammation, and promote skin recovery.
Anti-inflammatory and anti-itching: It can reduce skin inflammation, alleviating symptoms such as redness, swelling, and itching. It has a soothing effect on sensitive skin or skin inflamed by external irritants, improving skin condition.
Oil-control and anti-seborrheic: It can regulate sebaceous gland function, reduce oil secretion, improve oily skin, and maintain a fresh complexion. Matrine is added to some oil-control skincare products to effectively control skin oil and prevent clogged pores.
Antioxidant: As an antioxidant, matrine fights free radicals, reducing damage to skin cells. It helps delay skin aging, brighten the complexion, alleviate skin aging, and enhance skin elasticity.
Repair skin: It promotes collagen synthesis and cell proliferation, helps repair damaged skin, enhances the skin’s barrier function, and makes the skin firmer.
How to use Sophora flavescens oil for skin inflammation?
To use Sophora flavescens oil for topical anti-inflammatory treatment, boil Sophora flavescens into a decoction and then wash the affected area, or apply a moderate amount of Sophora flavescens oil directly to the inflamed skin. Sophora flavescens itself has properties such as clearing heat and dampness, killing insects, and acting as a diuretic. It can be used to treat a variety of skin conditions, including eczema, eczema, and itchy skin.
To prepare a Sophora flavescens decoction: Boil Sophora flavescens into a decoction. After cooling, use this decoction to wash the affected area.
To apply Sophora flavescens oil directly: Apply a moderate amount of Sophora flavescens oil directly to the inflamed or itchy skin.
