Department of Dermatology, College of Medicine, King Fahd Hospital of the University, University of Dammam, Dammam, Saudi ArabiabDepartment of Pharmacology, College of Medicine, Northern Border University, P.O. Box 1321, Arar 91431, Saudi Arabia

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2352241015000286

Nigella sativa seed, commonly known as black seed, has been employed as a natural remedy for many ailments for centuries in many cultures. It contains many active components including thymoquinone, thymohydroquinone, dithymoquinone, thymol, carvacrol, nigellimine, nigellicine, nigellidine and alphahederin. It was reported to possess numerous pharmacological effects related to several organs of the body. In this article, the literature pertaining to dermatological effects of N. sativa is reviewed. To the best of our knowledge this is the first review in this subject and we expect it stimulates further studies on the dermatological effects and application of N.sativa.

This article will give result on the following benefits:

Antimicrobial effects, Antibacterial, Antiviral, Antifungal, Antiparasitic, Wound healing, Anti-inflammatory, Psoriasis, Acne vulgaris, Skin pigmentation, Vitiligo, Hypersensitivity reactions, Skin cancers, Percutaneous absorption and Cosmetic application

Conclusion

The published original research articles on the effects of N. sativa and its ingredients strongly indicate its pharmacological potential in dermatology. Standard methods of drug development are needed to formulate topical therapy for use in dermatology.