Soothing and anti-inflammatory. Ginkgo leaf is a relatively new herbal medicine, used in China only since the fifteenth century. The leaf tea was applied externally to treat sores of the skin and remove freckles, Gingo helps blood flow to the skin therefore aiding in healing. It is also an antiimflamatory and soothing to skin. Macerate this herb in an carrier oil for a few weeks, strain out the herbal matter and use the oil in your creams, salves and lotions. .