Guava leaves are used for several medicinal and cosmetic purposes, including treating coughs and colds, easing diarrhea, and reducing inflammation. They are also used to improve skin and hair health, manage blood sugar levels, and lower blood pressure. The leaves can be consumed as a tea or extract, or applied topically for skin conditions.  

For health

Respiratory issues: Guava leaf tea can help with coughs and colds by acting as an expectorant, while also helping to disinfect the lungs and throat. 

Digestive problems: Traditionally used to treat diarrhea, gas, and stomach pain, guava leaf extract may help reduce the frequency of stomach aches. 

Blood sugar: Guava leaf extract may help lower blood sugar levels by inhibiting the enzymes that break down sugar. 

Blood pressure: Research suggests that guava leaves can help lower blood pressure and improve good cholesterol levels while lowering bad cholesterol. 

Oral health: Chewing on guava leaves or using a mouthwash made from guava leaf extract can help with swollen gums, oral ulcers, and gingivitis. 

Inflammation and pain: Guava leaves have anti-inflammatory properties and are used to relieve pain and stiffness, including knee pain and menstrual cramps. 

For cosmetic and other uses

Skin and acne: The antioxidant and antimicrobial properties of guava leaves can be applied to the skin to help fight acne, blemishes, and signs of aging. 

Hair care: Guava leaves can promote hair growth by stimulating blood circulation to the scalp, reduce hair loss by strengthening follicles, and help control dandruff due to their antimicrobial properties. 

Wound healing: Guava leaves can be applied to minor skin wounds to promote healing. 

Eye health: The antioxidants in guava leaves may help protect eye cells from damage, and some sources suggest they can help with eye health. 

How to use

For consumption: Brew the leaves into a tea, or use the extracts and powders as directed. 

For topical use: Boil the leaves, let them cool, and then apply the liquid to the affected area, or grind the leaves into a paste for direct application.