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Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oil
Author(s) -
Karagounis Theodora K.,
Gittler Julia K.,
Rotemberg Veronica,
Morel Kimberly D.
Publication year - 2018
Publication title -
pediatric dermatology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.542
H-Index - 73
eISSN - 1525-1470
pISSN - 0736-8046
DOI - 10.1111/pde.13621
Subject(s) - atopic dermatitis , medicine , coconut oil , olive oil , sunflower seed , sunflower oil , sunflower , adverse effect , dermatology , food science , traditional medicine , biology , horticulture , pharmacology , pathology
Despite the availability of effective medications for the management of atopic dermatitis and xerosis, patients may use nonconventional therapies such as topical oils. Patients choose these treatments because of the perceived lower risk of natural products and the fear of potential adverse effects of topical steroids. We review the use of topical olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oil in the treatment of atopic dermatitis and xerosis with a focus on children Currently available evidence suggests that olive oil may exacerbate xerosis and atopic dermatitis. Further studies are needed to make definitive recommendations regarding the use of coconut and sunflower seed oil.