Vitamin supplements play an important role in the treatment of acne because vitamins support the body’s ability to create energy for cellular processes as well as provide the basic nutrients for life.
There are a number of common vitamins used for the treatment of acne. Some of the more common are as follows:
Vitamin A: Produces a lot of the effects of the isotretinoin and retinoids without side effects (such as birth defects.
Vitamin E: Aids in skin repair and hinders the aging of cells.
Zinc: Aids in the absorption of Vitamin A and in regulating levels of Vitamin E within the blood. Zinc has also been known to boost the immune system and help kill acne-causing bacteria
Selenium: An important factor in the elasticity of the skin. Selenium also boosts the action of other anti-oxidants.
Magnesium: Plays a role in hormone balance.
