Nature always stands as a golden mark to exemplify the outstanding phenomena of symbiosis. In the western world, as the people are becoming aware of the potency and side effect of synthetic drugs, there is an increasing interest in the natural product remedies with a basic approach towards the nature. Medicinal plants play a vital role for the development of new drugs. A number of scientific investigations have highlighted the importance and the contribution of many herbal plants. Almost, 70% modern medicines in India are derived from natural products. Medicinal plants play a central role not only as traditional medicines but also as trade commodities, meeting the demand of distant markets. Throughout the history of mankind, many infectious diseases have been treated with herbals. Acne vulgaris is an extremely common disorder affecting many adolescents and adults throughout their lifetimes. The pathogenesis of acne is multifactorial and is thought to involve excess sebum, follicular hyperkeratinization, bacterial colonization, and inflammation. This article reviews the literature on the etiology, pathogenesis, conventional and modern treatment along with the efficacy of some traditional folklore herbal drugs used for treating acne vulgaris.
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