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Herbs that can be used as a antiseptic 

What is an antiseptic?

Antiseptic is one of the antimicrobial actions that is used to reduce the chances of the development of infection or sepsis. It is usually a topical agent that is applied to the external body surfaces. They are used in hospitals and other health care settings to reduce the possibility of the spread of germs from one object or person to another.


The first antiseptic was invented by British surgeon Joseph Lister in 1867 to avoid infection in wounds before, during, and after the surgery. 

What are the benefits of an antiseptic?

Antiseptic agents are used to:

  • Kill or stop the growth of microbes
  • Halt the spread of infection, especially in wounds
  • Treat minor wounds
  • Clean the skin and mucous membranes

3 Herbs Recommended as antiseptics

Cinnamon

Cinnamon

Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) is a well-known medicinal plant and its bark offers plenty of pharmacological benefits. It acts as a phenomenal antiseptic agent due to its cinnamaldehyde content. It is active against gram-positive bacteria, gram-negative bacteria, and even fungi too. Use its tincture on the inside of the mouth with a cotton swab to treat oral infections and cavities. It can also be used to treat the fungal infections that appear in the respiratory tract.

St. John's Wort

St. John's Wort

St. John’s Wort is a popular antiseptic agent. For centuries, it has been used to ward off infections and heal wounds. Apply St. John’s Wort oil on burns, sunburns, abrasions, cuts, minor wounds, and ulcers to accelerate the healing process. It contains naphthodianthrone hypericin and phloroglucinol hyperforin that serve powerful antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory effects. 

White Pine

White Pine

White pine is an exquisite medicinal plant that offers therapeutic effects. It serves as a powerful antiseptic and wound healing agent. Apart from toning the body and strengthening the spirit, it unclogs the poorly inflamed bronchi and alleviates lung infections due to its antiseptic property. Pine oil is a time-tested remedy for pacing up the wound healing process and halting the spread of infections. Use White Pine Tincture at least three times a day in water or tea and reap the most of its perks. 

Other Medicinal Plants that act as an Antiseptic