Mugwort & The Blemish Cycle: A Dermatologist’s Review of Artemisia in Asian Skincare
Thu Jan 29 2026
Is Mugwort the miracle herb for sensitive, acne-prone skin, or just another botanical trend? In this episode of The Signal, I, Dr. Teo Wan Lin, provide a thorough, evidence-backed review of Artemisia—the cornerstone of the 2026 Skin Recovery Routine.
We dive deep into the clinical literature to verify why this ancient Asian beauty secret is a powerhouse for barrier repair and anti-acne protocols. I’ll explain the science behind the AHR/OVOL1 pathway, how Mugwort inhibits pro-inflammatory cytokines like IL-6, and its measurable efficacy against C. acnes.
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Is Mugwort the miracle herb for sensitive, acne-prone skin, or just another botanical trend? In this episode of The Signal, I, Dr. Teo Wan Lin, provide a thorough, evidence-backed review of Artemisia—the cornerstone of the 2026 Skin Recovery Routine. We dive deep into the clinical literature to verify why this ancient Asian beauty secret is a powerhouse for barrier repair and anti-acne protocols. I’ll explain the science behind the AHR/OVOL1 pathway, how Mugwort inhibits pro-inflammatory cytokines like IL-6, and its measurable efficacy against C. acnes. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a 5-star review on Spotify and Apple podcasts so the podcast can be enjoyed by more people! Want more of our podcast? Episode Recaps and Notes: https://www.scienceofbeauty.net/; Instagram: @drteowanlin