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The Zilch Journal

Week by week

What actually happens when you start taking Zilch Skin Formula

Week one to week eight, as our customers report it. Including the question everyone asks: will my skin purge first?

Real Zilch customer, before and after, unedited

Starting something new for your skin is much easier when you know what to look for. Deep, sore breakouts along the jaw and chin tend to start further in than any cream can reach, which is why Zilch Skin Formula was designed to work from within.

Working from within takes longer to show than a spot patch does. Here is what most people report, week by week.

Everyone responds a little differently, so read this as the typical journey our customers report.

  1. Week 1

    The herbs get to work

    17 Chinese herbs get to work, targeting the internal patterns of acne from within. They work on the inflammation and the heat that is showing up as acne on the surface.*

  2. Week 2

    Calmer, less sore

    Many people email in to say their skin already feels calmer. Less redness, less soreness. If your acne is the deep, painful kind, especially on the cheeks and jawline, that's usually the first thing you notice.*

  3. Week 3

    The first check-in

    Long ahead of Zilch being a product, it was a prescription herbal formula in clinic. Week three is when patients came back for their first check-in, and the skin had usually calmed right down.*

  4. Week 4

    The end of your first bottle

    Most people report significantly clearer skin. Fewer new breakouts, and the ones that do come up settle faster. They're smaller, and closer to the surface.*

  5. Weeks 6 to 8

    Calm, week to week

    Your skin gets to a place where it isn't acne-prone anymore. Not really breaking out much, and skin is calm week to week.*


Will my skin get worse first?

It's the question people ask most. There shouldn't be a purge. It's uncommon, but if you do purge, it's mild and lasts about a week.

The bigger risk is stopping too early. Everyone responds a little differently, so consistency is key.


Why it takes a few weeks

Dried Chinese herbs

The 17 herbs in Skin Formula each have a job. Together they focus on four things.*

  • Calms heatClears heat to alleviate inflammation, swelling and itching.
  • Clears toxinsSupports elimination of toxins that can trigger breakouts.
  • Boosts circulationPromotes circulation to break up blockages behind painful swelling.
  • Supports repairHerbal ingredients support healthy tissue repair.

None of that happens overnight, which is why the timeline above runs to eight weeks.


And once your skin is clear

Because it works on the root cause, once your skin is clear you can ease off the dose instead of taking it forever.*

Your first order is covered by the 60-Day Clearer Skin Guarantee when you start with 2 or more bottles of Skin Formula. Give it the time it needs. If you don't see improvements within 60 days, we'll refund your purchase.

Real customer before and after, unedited
Real customer before and after, unedited
Real customer before and after, unedited
Real customer before and after, unedited
Real customer before and after, unedited
Real customer before and after, unedited
Real customer before and after, unedited
Real customer before and after, unedited
Real customer before and after, unedited
Real customer before and after, unedited
Real customer before and after, unedited
Real customer before and after, unedited

Real customers, unedited pictures. Individual results vary.

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Reviews

Real customers, real skin

4.8 from 2,000+ reviews. Proudly only genuine reviews and unedited pictures from real users.

★★★★★

Amazing results

I must admit I was super skeptical when a friend recommended this to me for my hormonal acne, however the results speak for themselves! So impressed!
Heather W. Verified buyer
★★★★★

Helped even my skin

The price is expensive but it is worth it. I've struggled for years with acne and this has helped! Whilst I still get some small spots it has calmed them down.
Katelynd R. Verified buyer
★★★★★

Really helping!

Since coming off the pill my skin really struggled with persistent, red and inflamed breakouts ... I am still having breakouts but ... these have reduced and the redness and inflammation has got a lot better! Thank you zilch for helping me on this post pill journey.
Hannah W. Verified buyer
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We believe in honesty. No product works for everyone. We're confident Zilch Skin Formula is worth trying and we want you to feel confident trying it too. If you don't see improvements within 60 days, we'll refund your purchase.

Available to first-time purchasers of 2 or more bottles of Skin Formula.

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Clinically formulated by a Dr of Chinese Medicine. Backed by the 60-Day Clearer Skin Guarantee.

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Questions

Frequently asked questions

How does the 60-day guarantee work?

If you don't see improvements in your skin within 60 days of taking Zilch Skin Formula as directed, we'll refund your purchase. Available to first-time purchasers of 2 or more bottles of Skin Formula.

When will I see results?

Most users notice inflammation and redness calming within 2 to 3 weeks, with more significant improvements from week 4 onward.*

How long do I need to take it for?

Zilch is a short term commitment for long term results. Most customers take it for around 3 months.

Will my skin purge at the start?

There shouldn't be a purge. It's uncommon, but if you do purge, it's mild and lasts about a week.

Who is it for?

Zilch Skin Formula may assist with deep under-the-skin, painful acne, hormonal acne, adult acne on the jawline, chin, cheeks and temples and body acne.* For ages 14 and up. Do not use if pregnant or likely to become pregnant.

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