Question 1

i've dry eyes. there're dark circles under my eyes. i had omega 3 fish oil pills but it gave me acne. what vitamin supplements is good instead?

Accepted Answer

See details: Vitamin supplements are unnecessary and a waste of money and they will not help dry eyes. Certain eyedrops can help. Have you had the eyes evaluated by an ophthalmologist?

Question 2

will taking vitamin a supplements cure/control my acne?

Accepted Answer

No: But there may well be individuals selling vitamin A who have a firm belief that it can control acne.  Retinoids used in the treatment of acne are vitamin A derivatives.  These are prescription drugs that are used with great care; they can cause birth defects.

Question 3

number one vitamin supplement to take for acne?

Accepted Answer

You can do better: Vitamins are unlikely to be nearly so beneficial as topical benzoyl peroxide at least twice daily for two weeks. If this is not enough to clear you, your physician is your best resource. Acne is a serious, chronic, non-lifestyle-related illness that can always be managed, though it is cured only by time. You owe it to yourself to get effective treatment.

Question 4

what would you say is the best vitamin supplement to take for skin and acne, if there even is one?

Accepted Answer

NONE: Acne is a matter of genetics and hormones. Diet is important for other reasons. No vitamin pill alters acne in any way.  Unless you are either overdosed (pills) or deficient (poor diet) the quality of your skin is not determined by vitamins. Adult female acne may be related to PCOS or birth control hormone and will clear with spironolactone nearly every time. There are thousands of nutrients in fo

Question 5

what vitamins/supplements work best for back acne?

Accepted Answer

Lower inflammation: There are two main focuses for acne: hormonal and inflammation. Often too much androgen hormones can be driving acne. A diet that keeps Insulin very low can be a major help. That's low grains and sugar. One supplement to look into to help in balancing this androgen overdrive is vitex or chaste tree which supports Progesterone levels. Fish oil is a big one for lowering inflammation.

Question 6

in additional to using topical products, can taking vitamin a supplement help with acne and psoriasis ?

Accepted Answer

: There are very good treatments that work for psoriasis and would use them first.  Beware of supplements as those who sell them do not have to prove they are either safe or effective. They often have stuff in them you may not want. Viagra, narcotics, licorice etc. See and be guided by a Dermatologist.

Question 7

been taking biotin as supplement everyday.it made me my skin more smooth,no acne anymore & hair grew fast!is it a miracle vitamin?love the changes!

Accepted Answer

Cause or coincidence: Now you know what a "testimonial" is. A testimonial is something you say happened to you, such as "I stopped eating plums, and my skin is much smoother". It often is a coincidence, the things that are happening, and are not "cause and effect". That means "not eating plums" does not cause skin changes, but both things occurred around the same time. Coincidences can fool you, if you let them.

Question 8

i have cystic acne (pimples) and was wonder will vitamin b5 supplements really help?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Skin health requires a concerted approach and in the case of nodulocystic acne requires use of medication.  Healthy practices are: 1) reduced refined sugar, 2) elimination of food allergens, 3) supplementation with zinc and vitamin b5.  There is some research to show that topical niacinamide is similar to topical clindamycin.

Question 9

can vitamin b complex cause acne? what about fish oil? i wanna take a supplement to make me gain weight but i don't want acne risk if ever? help?

Accepted Answer

Supplements and Acne: Hi, neither b complex or fish oil will cause acne. In fact, both of those can actually be beneficial to those suffering from certain types of acne. Having said that, neither of those will lead to weight gain either. Gaining good weight is a result of healthy eating of appropriate nutrients including proteins and "good" fats as well as an appropriate exercise regimen.

Question 10

what can cause vitamin a levels to be high repeatedly in blood tests despite no vitamin a supplement or multivitamin, no acne creams etc etc. normal diet. cannot find the source of the vitamin a excess. thank you?

Accepted Answer

: All laboratory results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Talk to the doctor who ordered the tests. Having said that, it would have helped had you provide the actual result. High is not helpful. High could be just above the normal limit and would not be meaningful.    Wish you good health!

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I've dry eyes. there're dark circles under my eyes. i had omega 3 fish oil pills but it gave me acne. what vitamin supplements is good instead?

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Will taking vitamin a supplements cure/control my acne?

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Number one vitamin supplement to take for acne?

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What would you say is the best vitamin supplement to take for skin and acne, if there even is one?

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What vitamins/supplements work best for back acne?

A member asked:

In additional to using topical products, can taking vitamin a supplement help with acne and psoriasis ?

A member asked:

Been taking biotin as supplement everyday.it made me my skin more smooth,no acne anymore & hair grew fast!is it a miracle vitamin?love the changes!

A member asked:

I have cystic acne (pimples) and was wonder will vitamin b5 supplements really help?

A member asked:

Can vitamin b complex cause acne? what about fish oil? i wanna take a supplement to make me gain weight but i don't want acne risk if ever? help?

A member asked:

What can cause vitamin a levels to be high repeatedly in blood tests despite no vitamin a supplement or multivitamin, no acne creams etc etc. normal diet. cannot find the source of the vitamin a excess. thank you?

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