THIS week's contributor is Judy Cheung-Wood, SkinB5 Founder & Managing Director - Last week, SkinB5 launched its first iTherapeutics training module and already we are seeing higher than expected participation which is reflecting a strong growing interest in using supplements to treat acne.
There is mounting evidence to show that daily supplementation of certain vitamins and minerals, particularly Vitamin B5, could help control acne effectively.
Here are five reasons to treat acne with supplements:
1. Topical acne products do not address root causes of acne which include overactive sebum production, hormone imbalances, stress and weak immunity which happens inside your body.
2. Topical products for acne typically contain benzoyl peroxide and drying agents that
could irritate, strip and dry out skin resulting in long term sensitivity and other problems.
3. Prescription acne medications could be helpful as a short-term measure, but patients are increasingly concerned about potential side effects.
4. Many scientific studies now show links between acne and
diet, and supplementation of certain nutrients including Vitamin B5, Zinc and Nicotinamide can help acne prone individuals control acne effectively.
5. Modern diet containing highly processed foods and lifestyles that drain nutrients often lead to a level of deficiency. Supplements containing Vitamin Bs, essential minerals and oils can improve overall health, including skin functions.
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