ArticleDermatology practical & conceptual2022
Acne Supplements Sold Online.
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- Can Dietary Supplements Be Linked to a Vegan Diet and Health Risk Modulation During Vegan Pregnancy, Infancy, and Early Childhood? The VedieS Study Protocol for an Explorative, Quantitative, Cross-Sectional Study.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2025Article
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Abstract
introductionAs no centralized database of acne supplements is available, we aimed to provide an overview of these products, with a focus on safety.
objectivesThe objectives of this study were to document the number, formulation, contents, and marketing strategies utilized by acne supplements sold online.
methodsAn online search was conducted between March and May 2020. Products were included in the study if they used the terms: "whitehead", "blackhead", or "acne". Data were extracted from the website, box, and Supplement Facts label.
results49 products were identified, which contained 146 unique ingredients. These included vitamins, minerals, food extracts, botanical extracts, amino acids, animal products, and distinct microbial strains. Few (4.1%) products were tested by third parties.
conclusionsThis survey of acne supplements available online raised concerns regarding lack of warning labels, teratogenicity, exceedingly large levels of vitamins and minerals, and lack of third-party testing. Given the limited regulation and oversight of dietary supplements, it is imperative that physicians educate patients on the potential risks of these products.
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