Clarity Clinic · clarityclinic.co.uk
WelleCo
The Skin Elixir
Our verdict
Zinc is the reason to consider this. It has real evidence in inflammatory and hormonal acne, and the rest of the formula is supporting cast. Give it a full three months before judging.
Pros
- +Zinc at a meaningful dose
- +Niacinamide and vitamin E included
- +Plant-based capsules
Cons
- -Slow to show results
- -Zinc can upset an empty stomach
- -Not a substitute for topical or prescription treatment
Evidence
Oral zinc has moderate evidence for reducing inflammatory acne lesions. Niacinamide evidence is stronger topically than orally.
Dose
Two capsules daily with food
Best for
- · Hormonal breakouts
- · Adult acne alongside topical treatment
- · Dull or reactive skin
Not for
- · Anyone on isotretinoin without GP advice
- · Anyone already supplementing zinc