It is nearly impossible to get all of the vitamins and minerals we need to maintain healthy clear skin from food alone. It is essential, for those with skin prone to acne, to take nutritional supplements (vitamins, minerals, and herbs) to help the skin heal and maintain balance.
Certain vitamins and minerals have shown to be very effective in helping to re-establish that internal balance and achieve vibrant and healthy skin. Each vitamin has a specific function, and when combined work together to promote healing and reduce acne.
Vitamin B Complex
These vitamins are responsible for healthy skin, nerves and eyes. They stimulate healthy intestinal and bowel function, and improve liver health. These vitamins are water soluble, which means they must be replenished daily. Vitamin B-1 (thiamin), B-2 (riboflavin), B-3 (niacin), B-5 (pantothenic acid), B-6 (pyridoxine) can be found in a variety of foods, some healthy food sources of these vitamins include: chick peas, black beans, raw nuts and seeds, soybeans.