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ABSTRACT: Acne vulgaris remains one of the most common dermatological disorders worldwide, affecting adolescents and adults and significantly impacting quality of life. Although conventional therapies such as retinoids, antibiotics, and hormonal agents are widely used, their limitations--including antimicrobial resistance, skin irritation, high cost, and systemic side effects--have driven increasing interest toward herbal alternatives. Herbal medicines contain diverse phytochemicals such as flavonoids, terpenoids, phenolics, and alkaloids that offer multi-target actions including antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and sebum-regulating effects. This review presents a comprehensive exploration of the etiology and pathophysiology of acne, the role of phytochemicals in its management, and the therapeutic benefits of medicinal plants such as aloe vera, neem, turmeric, green tea, tea tree oil, basil, chamomile, calendula, licorice, and rosemary. Emphasis is placed on the scientific evidence supporting their anti-acne potential, mechanisms of action, safety characteristics, and formulation approaches. The review concludes by highlighting current challenges, gaps in clinical validation, and emerging future prospects in integrating herbal therapeutics into mainstream acne management