Abstract
Plants from the Lamiaceae family have medicinal uses and proven antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory activities. Nevertheless, there are few studies of this species against skin infections. The present study sought to identify the antimicrobial potential of plants from the Lamiaceae family for the treatment of skin infections through an integrative review. This study involved the elaboration of a guiding question and application of the PRISMA protocol. The bibliographical research brought together 981 articles, of which only 10 articles answered the guiding question. Eight in vitro studies and two randomized clinical studies with Lamiaceae species showed promising antimicrobial results. The most evaluated species was Rosmarinus officinalis, while Staphylococcus aureus was the most evaluated pathogen. Essential oils and phenolic compounds, such as carnosic acid, were the most active antimicrobials. Lamiaceae species have potential for application in cosmeceuticals and medicines for treating skin infections.
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