Vitamin Supplements for acne?

Jun 12, 2015

Emily B.

Hey guys. I struggle with oily skin and bad acne and I was wondering what everyone's thoughts are on vitamin supplements for acne. Do they work?

Jun 12, 2015

Alexis C.

I would talk to a dermatologist before taking just anything. You could make your acne worse or have a medical issue from having too much of one vitamin in your system.

Jun 12, 2015

Shanae J.

I agree. ^

Jun 12, 2015

Shelley W.

Its nothing more than a gimmick because you can find the same nutrients in your standard multi-vitamin for far less money. And as the beauties advised above me...speak to your doctor before popping a pill. If you really want to change your skin for the better look into a skincare program that offers proven results to address the type of acne you are dealing with.

Jun 12, 2015

Shreya S.

dermatologist

Jun 12, 2015

Nathalie H.

I've seen such supplements but I wouldn't "diagnose" myself well unless I was a doctor. If you have acne issues try to change your skin care and make an appointment to the dermatologist. Don't try to experiment on your own.

Jun 12, 2015

Emily B.

Thanks everyone! I was just curious!

Jun 12, 2015

Roz X.

I agree Derms are best, but I bump up my skin care through my diet. Zinc, C, Omega 3 in particular. Ask your doc how power foods can improve your skin.

Jun 12, 2015

Alexia C.

I am also struggling with acne and am already making an appointment with the derm. I've been there before and I swear it was the best money ever spent.

Jun 13, 2015

Gabriela S.

Vitamin A & E, but be mindful of how much vitamin A you have in your diet each day because there is a such thing as a vitamin A overdose. If you do happen to see a dermatologist, absolutely do NOT take accutane..whatever you do.

Jun 13, 2015

Gabriela S.

Just because not everyone experiences bad side effects doesn't mean it's worth risking.

Jun 13, 2015

Gabriela S.

Considering accutane (nor dermatologists for that matter) were not the point of this topic, I'll go back and say that vitamin E and A work very well to heal cells in the body. If it does interest you, vitamin A is a main ingredient in a accutane so it's something to think about when choosing vitamins! Turmeric (a super-spice that heals inflammation and hyper pigmentation) I believe comes in supplement form as well. I hope this helped some! Best of luck xo

Jun 13, 2015

Gabriela S.

I do hope you're able to find a solution, Emily! With whatever you choose to do.

Jun 13, 2015

Roz X.

Jacqyln...so glad it is working for you!!
Emily, my derm and physician both highly praise green tea for it is anti inflammatory, anti fungal and anti bacterial. Sip up and splash away safely. It is available with and without caffeine.

Jun 15, 2015

Shauna S.

I would ask your doctor about what supplements to look in to. Personally I have eczema and I take omega 3 capsules and it definitely helps.

Jun 16, 2015

Jessica H.

Cinnamon pills are amazing and even help with metabolism. When I take cinnamon my skin is consistently clear. HTH.