B5 Acne Treatment
As natural acne treatments have become more popular over the last decade, vitamin B5 treatments are receiving attention as a way to combat acne. When used properly, B5 may reduce the number and severity of acne breakouts you experience.
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Background
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Vitamin B5, also known as Pantothenic Acid, is part of the vitamin B complex, and assists in metabolizing fats.
Effects
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Vitamin B5 may assist the body in combating the overproduction of oil, which would both clear up break-outs and prevent future acne symptoms from flaring up. In addition to purchasing skin-care products that contain B5, you can eat foods with high B5 content, such as liver, yeast, eggs, mushrooms and yogurt.
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Forms and Dosages
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The vitamin B5 treatment for acne is packaged as a pill, powder, or topical application. For oral supplements, a common recommended dosage is two grams for days one to three, 10 grams for the first three months, followed by a drop in dosage (to about one gram a week) until fewer break-outs and less redness is seen on the face, according to vitaminb5acne.com.
Results
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After consistently taking vitamin B5 as treatment for your acne, you may notice an increase of pimples or redness during the initial two weeks as a result of the trapped sebum being pushed out of the skin. After one to two months, the oil level on your face may be reduced, and you may even experience some drying of the skin.
Side Effects
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Users of vitamin B5 acne therapy may experience stomach irritation, diarrhea, headache, nausea, and fatigue. More serious side effects include thinning hair and increased blood pressure.
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