Evaluation of the Efficacy of Topical Jojoba Oil in the Management of Nasal Pruritus
Makaleler > Tam Makale · 2026
Yazarlar: Serkan Barişkan, Nuray Bayar Muluk, Mesut Yeşilova, Hatice Y. Karasulu, Cemal Cingi
Journal of Craniofacial Surgery, Uluslararası, Wos, 2026
DOI: 10.1097/scs.0000000000012914
Özet
OBJECTIVE: Our goal is to help patients with nasal pruritus, a prevalent condition in otolaryngology that can significantly affect their comfort and quality of life. Despite a lack of sufficient clinical investigation, traditional and regional medicines are commonly used to alleviate nasal itching. METHODS: The primary objective of this investigation was to assess the efficacy of jojoba oil, a naturally occurring product, as a topical remedy for nasal pruritus. Forty-six men with chronic nasal pruritus participated in a clinical trial. Intranasal topical jojoba oil was administered to all patients in a controlled environment. A visual analog scale (VAS) was used to measure symptom severity both before and after a specific treatment time. Patient satisfaction and tolerability were also recorded as additional metrics. RESULTS: The results showed that after using jojoba oil, nasal pruritus scores were markedly lower. There was a significant improvement in mean VAS scores compared with baseline values. After therapy, the mean nasal pruritus VAS score decreased considerably from 8.0±0.81 to 2.5±0.5, with a P<0.001. From a clinical standpoint, every patient showed either a full or substantial improvement. Throughout the trial, there were no serious side effects, and most patients were quite satisfied. Everyone who received the treatment reported no side effects. CONCLUSION: Topical jojoba oil appears to be a safe, effective, and well-tolerated way to address an itchy nose. It has shown good clinical results and is derived from a natural source, so it could be an alternative or adjunct treatment. To confirm these results, larger-scale randomized controlled trials are necessary.