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SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Questionable
Based on 3 Researches
6.3
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 5 Reviews
8.1
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Veg Capsule
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Selenium (elemental)(from 40 mg L-Selenomethionine)
200 mcg
364%

Top Medical Research Studies

8
Selenium reduces acne in PCOS
We examined how selenium supplementation impacts acne among women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) through a rigorous 8-week trial. In a randomized double-blind and placebo-controlled setup, we compared 32 women taking 200 μg of selenium daily against 32 taking a placebo.

Notably, those receiving selenium showed a significant drop in acne rates, from 12.5% in the placebo group to 46.9% in the selenium group. This indicates that selenium might indeed help reduce acne, alongside other reproductive and health improvements. However, some hormonal factors didn't show notable changes.
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7
Selenium temporarily aids acne improvement
We examined the impact of selenium and vitamin E on acne by analyzing erythrocyte glutathione-peroxidase (GSH-Px) activity in 42 men and 47 women with varying degrees of acne.

While treatment with selenium showed promising improvements, particularly in pustular acne patients with low GSH-Px activity, the benefits were temporary. After 6-12 weeks of taking selenium and vitamin E, levels of GSH-Px returned to baseline about 6-8 weeks following treatment cessation.

Overall, while some individuals did experience positive results, significant long-term benefits were not established.
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We examined how selenium levels relate to acne and other skin diseases through a comprehensive review of 27 studies involving over 8,400 participants.

Our findings revealed that patients with acne and other conditions like psoriasis showed notably lower levels of selenium compared to healthy individuals.

However, while high selenium levels appeared protective for some skin diseases, there was no significant difference noted in selenium levels for acne patients versus controls.

Ultimately, this suggests that selenium’s role in acne may not be as impactful as previously thought.
Read More

Most Useful Reviews

9
Quick healing effects
4 people found this helpful
This supplement has yielded good results for my skin issues, including acne and post-acne scars. It cleans the skin and heals wounds swiftly while benefiting the body overall. I encourage positive feedback on my review.
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9
Effective for acne
This is effective for acne; I take it daily on an empty stomach. Hormonal changes are challenging, but overall, I find it beneficial.
Read More
6
Cleared mild acne
1 people found this helpful
Using this in combination with thyroid-B-50-cortisol resulted in a significant energy boost, improved mood swings, and cleared my mild acne effectively.
Read More

Medical Researches

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Questionable
Based on 3 Researches
6.3
  • All Researches
8
Selenium reduces acne in PCOS
We examined how selenium supplementation impacts acne among women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) through a rigorous 8-week trial. In a randomized double-blind and placebo-controlled setup, we compared 32 women taking 200 μg of selenium daily against 32 taking a placebo.

Notably, those receiving selenium showed a significant drop in acne rates, from 12.5% in the placebo group to 46.9% in the selenium group. This indicates that selenium might indeed help reduce acne, alongside other reproductive and health improvements. However, some hormonal factors didn't show notable changes.
Read More
7
Selenium temporarily aids acne improvement
We examined the impact of selenium and vitamin E on acne by analyzing erythrocyte glutathione-peroxidase (GSH-Px) activity in 42 men and 47 women with varying degrees of acne.

While treatment with selenium showed promising improvements, particularly in pustular acne patients with low GSH-Px activity, the benefits were temporary. After 6-12 weeks of taking selenium and vitamin E, levels of GSH-Px returned to baseline about 6-8 weeks following treatment cessation.

Overall, while some individuals did experience positive results, significant long-term benefits were not established.
Read More
We examined how selenium levels relate to acne and other skin diseases through a comprehensive review of 27 studies involving over 8,400 participants.

Our findings revealed that patients with acne and other conditions like psoriasis showed notably lower levels of selenium compared to healthy individuals.

However, while high selenium levels appeared protective for some skin diseases, there was no significant difference noted in selenium levels for acne patients versus controls.

Ultimately, this suggests that selenium’s role in acne may not be as impactful as previously thought.
Read More

User Reviews

USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 5 Reviews
8.1
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  • Negative Reviews
9
Quick healing effects
4 people found this helpful
This supplement has yielded good results for my skin issues, including acne and post-acne scars. It cleans the skin and heals wounds swiftly while benefiting the body overall. I encourage positive feedback on my review.
Read More
9
Effective for acne
This is effective for acne; I take it daily on an empty stomach. Hormonal changes are challenging, but overall, I find it beneficial.
Read More
6
Cleared mild acne
1 people found this helpful
Using this in combination with thyroid-B-50-cortisol resulted in a significant energy boost, improved mood swings, and cleared my mild acne effectively.
Read More
7.5
Helpful for acne
I read it might help with acne, and I feel that it does.
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6
Skin condition improved
6 people found this helpful
Everyone needs selenium, as our diets are often lacking. I began taking it when I struggled with severe acne and skin peeling. My dermatologist recommended selenium for better skin regeneration and sebaceous gland regulation. Surprisingly, my skin improved without changing cosmetics, possibly due to the supplement.
Read More

Frequently Asked Questions

6
Cleared mild acne
1 people found this helpful
Using this in combination with thyroid-B-50-cortisol resulted in a significant energy boost, improved mood swings, and cleared my mild acne effectively.
9
Effective for acne
This is effective for acne; I take it daily on an empty stomach. Hormonal changes are challenging, but overall, I find it beneficial.
6
Skin condition improved
6 people found this helpful
Everyone needs selenium, as our diets are often lacking. I began taking it when I struggled with severe acne and skin peeling. My dermatologist recommended selenium for better skin regeneration and sebaceous gland regulation. Surprisingly, my skin improved without changing cosmetics, possibly due to the supplement.
9
Quick healing effects
4 people found this helpful
This supplement has yielded good results for my skin issues, including acne and post-acne scars. It cleans the skin and heals wounds swiftly while benefiting the body overall. I encourage positive feedback on my review.
We examined how selenium levels relate to acne and other skin diseases through a comprehensive review of 27 studies involving over 8,400 participants.

Our findings revealed that patients with acne and other conditions like psoriasis showed notably lower levels of selenium compared to healthy individuals.

However, while high selenium levels appeared protective for some skin diseases, there was no significant difference noted in selenium levels for acne patients versus controls.

Ultimately, this suggests that selenium’s role in acne may not be as impactful as previously thought.
8
Selenium reduces acne in PCOS
We examined how selenium supplementation impacts acne among women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) through a rigorous 8-week trial. In a randomized double-blind and placebo-controlled setup, we compared 32 women taking 200 μg of selenium daily against 32 taking a placebo.

Notably, those receiving selenium showed a significant drop in acne rates, from 12.5% in the placebo group to 46.9% in the selenium group. This indicates that selenium might indeed help reduce acne, alongside other reproductive and health improvements. However, some hormonal factors didn't show notable changes.
7
Selenium temporarily aids acne improvement
We examined the impact of selenium and vitamin E on acne by analyzing erythrocyte glutathione-peroxidase (GSH-Px) activity in 42 men and 47 women with varying degrees of acne.

While treatment with selenium showed promising improvements, particularly in pustular acne patients with low GSH-Px activity, the benefits were temporary. After 6-12 weeks of taking selenium and vitamin E, levels of GSH-Px returned to baseline about 6-8 weeks following treatment cessation.

Overall, while some individuals did experience positive results, significant long-term benefits were not established.

References

  1. Lv J, Ai P, Lei S, Zhou F, Chen S, et al. Selenium levels and skin diseases: systematic review and meta-analysis. J Trace Elem Med Biol. 2020;62:126548. 10.1016/j.jtemb.2020.126548
  2. Razavi M, Jamilian M, Kashan ZF, Heidar Z, Mohseni M, et al. Selenium Supplementation and the Effects on Reproductive Outcomes, Biomarkers of Inflammation, and Oxidative Stress in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. Horm Metab Res. 2016;48:185. 10.1055/s-0035-1559604
  3. Michaëlsson G, Edqvist LE. Erythrocyte glutathione peroxidase activity in acne vulgaris and the effect of selenium and vitamin E treatment. Acta Derm Venereol. 1984;64:9.
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