Whether you are a teen or an adult, selenium for acne can be a welcome addition to your skin care treatment.  This article will give you a bit more information on what selenium is and the properties it has to help acne prone skin, boost your immune system as well as the best sources of selenium. So …

What Is Selenium

It is a trace element mineral which helps in the reduction of antioxidant and detoxifying enzymes such as glutathione peroxidases.

Research has shown that selenium works well with vitamin E and boosts its effectiveness to give more desirable results.  Further research has also suggested that vitamin A should also be taken at the same time because all three work together to give the best results.

In order to increase your intake of selenium here are some selenium rich foods:

• nuts, brazil nuts are the richest source.

• cereals

• meat

• fish

• eggs.

High levels are also found in kidney, tuna, crab and lobster, in that order.  If you don’t get enough selenium from your diet then you can take supplements to reach the recommended intake each day.  It is reported that organic forms of selenium are absorbed quicker and easier by the body.

How long to see results?

Selenium for acne can take up to 3 months to see any noticeable effect on your acne condition and any scarring.

Selenium Dosage?

The recommended daily amount of Selenium is 200 – 400 mcg per day.  Everyone’s bodies work differently so if you are unsure about how much to take consult a professional to get the right combination of selenium, vitamin A and E that works best for you.

Selenium for acne can be harmful if you exceed the stated dosage.  Among other things it can cause hair loss, sickness, depression and anxiety.  If you notice any of these symptoms then you need to change your dosage and it’s also best to consult your doctor.