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Among the Yoruba, skin health is considered an important part of the body, this is why they say "Bi Ile Dara, Bi Ile Ko dara, Awo la ti n mo" (Whether you're well to do or not, your skin explains). Skin rashes, irritation, or inflammation were often seen not only as physical discomfort but also as a sign of imbalance in the body. Our forefather, in their wisdom, developed Ogun Kuruna Ara, a traditional healing system designed to treat skin rashes, soothe irritation, and restore the body’s natural balance.Ogun Kuruna Ara is not just about applying leaves or herbal mixtures; it is a complete approach that combines physical treatment with fortification. Yoruba belief has it that skin diseases can be influenced by environmental factors, diet, or even spiritual interference.
For centuries, this practice helped countless individuals alleviate skin rashes and related conditions in times when modern dermatology was unavailable. Even today, many families continue to trust these remedies as part of their heritage and personal care.
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Symptoms of Skin Rashes (Kuruna Ara)
In Yoruba tradition, elders and healers paid close attention to signs that could indicate skin imbalance or irritation. Observations helped them know when to prepare Ogun Kuruna Ara remedies:
1) Redness or inflammation – Persistent redness that does not fade naturally.
2) Itching or burning sensation – Continuous irritation causing discomfort.
3) Blisters or bumps – Raised lesions or pustules indicating underlying infection.
4) Dry, cracked, or scaly skin – Signs of prolonged skin imbalance or reaction.
5) Restlessness or discomfort – Individuals constantly scratching or unable to sleep due to irritation.
6) Stress-related flare-ups – Emotional disturbances believed to exacerbate skin conditions.
7) Sensitivity to sunlight or water – Symptoms worsening under natural elements, indicating imbalance.
Elders understood that these signs required immediate attention. Remedies were prepared to restore skin health, relieve discomfort, and protect against recurring conditions.
How Our Forefathers Treated Ogun Kuruna Ara in the Past
Yoruba elders used structured remedies and rituals to address skin rashes:
• Topical pastes —
Crushed herbs were applied directly to affected areas to reduce inflammation.
• Spiritual cleansing —
Prayers, chants, and protective rituals were performed to remove unseen interference.
• Protective applications —
Oils or herbal mixtures were applied to strengthen the skin’s resistance.
• Herbal decoctions and washes —
Leaves and roots were boiled or pounded to produce soothing baths. Amongst plants and roots previously used to treat skin rashes include:
1) Ewe Alupaida
2) Ewe Efinrin
3) Ewe Ireke
4) Ewe Osan Ewe
5) Egbo Ogede Agbagba
6) Ewe Ata Ile
7) Ewe Asunwon
8) Ewe Eepin
These remedies combined physical relief with spiritual fortification, ensuring both immediate comfort and long-term protection.
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When preparing remedies for Ogun Kuruna Ara, Yoruba elders followed careful steps to ensure both physical relief and spiritual alignment:
• Collecting leaves, roots, or barks during specific times believed to hold greater medicinal potency.
• Cleaning, pounding, or boiling materials into decoctions, pastes, or ointments.
• Testing the first application to observe reaction before full use.
• Combining treatment with dietary and hygiene practices to maximize skin recovery.
Differences Between Yoruba and Modern Skin Treatment
While both Yoruba and modern systems aim to treat skin ailments, their approaches differ:
• Focus of healing —
Yoruba remedies emphasize harmony between body, spirit, and the skin; modern medicine focuses on topical or systemic pharmaceutical interventions.
• Materials used —
Yoruba healers rely on herbs, roots; modern medicine uses creams, antibiotics, or steroids.
• Approach to recurrence —
Yoruba healing includes spiritual cleansing and lifestyle adjustments; modern medicine emphasizes repeated medication or clinical therapy.
Safety First: Important Contraindications and Considerations
• Allergies —
Some herbs may trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.
• Open wounds or infections —
Severe or infected rashes should be examined by a professional before herbal application.
• Source of ingredients —
Avoid herbs grown in polluted or chemically treated areas.
Needed Materials (Leaves, Roots, Bark, etc.)
The medicinal approach for this requires careful selection of natural materials traditionally known to our elders. These are combined to ensure potency.
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Application Process
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Uses
The prepared remedy must be applied in the correct manner — whether for drinking, steaming, bathing, or chest rubbing — and taken in the right dosage for it to remain effective.
1) Some leaf required special utterances/chants before they can be effective. Where applicable, this will be stated in the PDF
2) The methods of getting the needed items like leaf, bark, roots by yourself is covered in the PDF
3) Saa bi Ologun ti wi, ki o le baa je... (Follow instructions for it to remain potent). You're getting a Real and Original account of our fore fathers.
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