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Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Questionable
Based on 3 Researches
6.3
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.6
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Tablet
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Selenium (elemental) (from 20 mg L-Selenomethionine)
100 mcg
182%
Top Medical Research Studies
8
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.
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.
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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4
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.
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
Improved skin condition
552 people found this helpful
I've been taking selenium tablets daily, which are easy to swallow despite a slight smell. I've noticed an increase in energy and an improvement in my skin, saying goodbye to acne and rashes, possibly aided by zinc as well.
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9
Goodbye to acne
525 people found this helpful
I began taking selenium due to hair dullness, chronic gastritis, fatigue, and skin issues—including rashes and acne. My dermatologist friend recommended it with zinc for a two-month course, twice a year. Not only did I gain energy and improve my nail growth, but my skin also saw significant advancements, with acne and rashes disappearing (possibly thanks to zinc). I highly endorse this supplement; however, results vary by individual. I rate the selenium 5 stars, wishing you all good health!
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Questionable
Based on 3 Researches
6.3
- All Researches
8
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.
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.
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
4
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.
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 2 Reviews
8.6
- All Reviews
- Positive Reviews
- Negative Reviews
9
Improved skin condition
552 people found this helpful
I've been taking selenium tablets daily, which are easy to swallow despite a slight smell. I've noticed an increase in energy and an improvement in my skin, saying goodbye to acne and rashes, possibly aided by zinc as well.
Read More
9
Goodbye to acne
525 people found this helpful
I began taking selenium due to hair dullness, chronic gastritis, fatigue, and skin issues—including rashes and acne. My dermatologist friend recommended it with zinc for a two-month course, twice a year. Not only did I gain energy and improve my nail growth, but my skin also saw significant advancements, with acne and rashes disappearing (possibly thanks to zinc). I highly endorse this supplement; however, results vary by individual. I rate the selenium 5 stars, wishing you all good health!
Read More
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References
- 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
- 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
- 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. PubMed
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