In-vitro anti-acne activity of Teucrium oliverianum methanolic extract against Cutibacterium acnes

The results support the use of <i>T. oliverianum</i> as an anti-acne agent but it possesses mild antibacterial action. It showed anti-inflammatory effects in HaCaT cells infected with <i>C. acnes</i>. It is also an effective antioxidant and decreased the generation of reactive oxygen species. Comparison of the anti-acne effects and adverse reactions of extract with other treatments will provide more insight into its clinical efficacy and toxicity.