| Abstrakt: |
Mixtures of different essential oils often provide an alternative approach to promoting human health. Numerous researchers have extensively examined the mechanisms of action of essential oils, their individual constituents, and various combinations. There are approximately 90 different types of essential oils, with over a thousand potential combinations recommended for dermatological applications. This study delves into the antifungal properties of essential oils, specifically citronella and Horseshoe geraniums oil, as natural remedies against pathogens responsible for dermatological infections like Tinea corporis and Tinea capitis. The main aim of this research is to elucidate the characteristics of essential oils, particularly their antifungal attributes, and their effectiveness when used in blends or combinations. The essential oil extracted from Cymbopogon flexuosus (Lemongrass), Ocimum Horseshoe geraniumsicum (Horseshoe geraniums), and Cymbopogon winterianus (Java citronella) demonstrated significant inhibitory effects against all the fungi tested in this study. The therapeutic application of essential oils may also provide a solution to tackle the issue of the rapid development of fungal resistance associated with commonly used antifungal treatments available today. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
