Impatiens noli-tangere vs Vitellaria Paradoxa

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Impatiens noli-tangere

Skin and Topical

Vitellaria paradoxa

Skin and Topical

Impatiens noli-tangere

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Vitellaria Paradoxa

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

A European balsam used for skin conditions and as a diuretic in folk medicine.

West African tree whose seeds produce shea butter, used widely in traditional medicine for skin conditions, anti-inflammatory applications, and food.

Active Compounds

naphthoquinones, flavonoids, tannins

triterpene alcohols, allantoin, cinnamic acid esters, stearic acid, oleic acid

Traditional Uses

Skin conditions, Diuretic herb, Wound healing

skin conditions, wound healing, inflammation, muscle pain, sun protection

Modern Uses

Topical skin care, Anti-inflammatory activity

skin moisturizing, wound healing, anti-inflammatory, UV protection

Adult Dosage

2g dried herb as tea

Shea butter applied topically as needed

Contraindications

Pregnancy caution

allergy to shea

Side Effects

Mild reactions

rare allergic contact dermatitis

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E