Juniperus oxycedrus vs Vitellaria Paradoxa

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Juniperus oxycedrus

Skin and Topical

Vitellaria paradoxa

Skin and Topical

Juniperus oxycedrus

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Vitellaria Paradoxa

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

A Mediterranean juniper whose wood distillation produces cade oil used for psoriasis and eczema.

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

Active Compounds

cadinene, guaiacol, phenols, terpenes

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

Traditional Uses

Psoriasis treatment, Eczema treatment, Antiseptic use

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

Modern Uses

Topical skin treatment, Anti-inflammatory activity

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

Adult Dosage

Cade oil 5-10% in preparation topically

Shea butter applied topically as needed

Contraindications

Undiluted oil irritant, Internal use toxic, Pregnancy caution

allergy to shea

Side Effects

Skin irritation, Sensitization

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