Heartsease (Wild Pansy)
Viola tricolor
A gentle traditional remedy for eczema, cradle cap, and itchy skin, used internally and as a wash.
Traditional use (european-folk): A gentle traditional remedy for eczema, cradle cap, and itchy skin, used internally and as a wash.
A gentle traditional remedy for eczema, cradle cap, and itchy skin, used internally and as a wash.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A gentle traditional remedy for eczema, cradle cap, and itchy skin, used internally and as a wash.
Evidence strength: traditional use.
- See the evidence level above
- Generally well tolerated.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Generally well tolerated.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
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