To study clinical research development situation of the moxibustion treating allergic rhinitis， identify their characteristics and advantages， and find out the existing problems. Methods： Literatures published from year 2003 to 2013 were retrieved to study the whole situation， application characteristics of different moxibustion methods and points selection of moxibustion treating allergic rhinitis. Results： Published studies on moxibustion treating allergic rhinitis contained rich contents and diverse clinical applications. Different moxibustion methods treating allergic rhinitis all had positive effects， and all had fully individualized treatment choices. Among them， moxibustion therapy received the most attention for its prominent effect， safety and convenience， and its role in combination with the drug for patients with refractory lingering diseases. It was reported in 87 studies， accounting for 60.81 %. Though generally accepted by sick people， the application rage of vesiculation was limited due to its complex composition and skin irritation. Conclusion： Moxibustion treating allergic rhinitis has its unique advantages， and it is worth further study and generalization in clinical practice.