FAQ Acne

Zilch Skin Formula is traditionally formulated in TCM and is trusted by people with:
• Deep, congested or painful blemishes
• Recurring surface blemishes
• Breakouts following a change in hormonal contraception
• Hormonal or cycle-related skin flare-ups
• Adult blemish-prone skin on the jawline, chin, cheeks and temples
• Stubborn skin concerns that have not responded to other approaches
• Body blemishes (chest, back, shoulders)
• Congested, clogged skin

Based on Traditional Chinese Medicine principles:

Promote Inflammation relief
Zilch Skin Formula calms the heat and inflammation that causes swelling, redness and itching.

Clear Internal Heat and Toxins
Zilch Skin Formula supports the body to address internal build-up that can cause breakouts.

Promotes Healthy Blood Circulation
Poor circulation can lead to blockages, stagnation and swelling. Ingredients in Zilch Skin Formula encourage blood circulation to address this stagnation.

Promote Healing
Ingredients in Zilch Skin Formula help support healthy tissue repair and promote healing.

We believe in honesty. No product works for everyone. But with over 17 years of clinical experience and a 92% success rate in helping clearer skin by 80%, 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 after 60 days, we'll refund your purchase.

Take the first step, risk-free.

Zilch is made up only of 17 herbal ingredients, and rice extract blend as a binder. No added preservatives, chemicals, fillers or nasties.

Visit our ingredients page to learn about full ingredients.

Take 3 tablets, twice per day, at least 20 minutes away from food.
This means you can take your dosage 2 hours away from food if you want to, but just not within 20 minutes of a meal. If you are sensitive, try taking your dose 20 minutes after a meal.

Most users will notice changes within the first 2 weeks, with more significant changes by week 3-4. Changes include: reduced redness and inflammation, reduced pain and itchiness, less frequent new breakouts. Clear skin may be seen within 4-8 weeks of use. Results may vary from individual to individual.

Most Zilch Skin Formula users will see big differences in the first bottle, or within the first 2-3 weeks of use.
You may wish to purchase additional bottles depending on the change in your skin after the first bottle.

Results may vary from individual to individual.

Zilch Skin Formula is a Chinese Herbal formula that works from the inside out. Based on Chinese Medicine principles, it works on balancing the body and promotes healing so the changes are long term. It is also 100% natural, and our product does not contain any additives or extra nasties – just high potency, pure herbal extracts.

Zilch Skin Formula is not designed to make your skin worse before it gets better. A very small percentage of users report an initial purge period of 7-10 days before acne begins to improve. This should be mild and temporary. Please consult your healthcare practitioner if you are concerned. If the purge period does not subside after 10 days, please discontinue use.

Yes. Zilch Skin Formula is designed with herbal ingredients that help with promoting inflammation relief and supporting clearer skin. The same patterns often exist with mild acne, so Zilch Skin Formula can be beneficial.

Users may opt to use a smaller dosage than the recommended maximum. eg: 2 tablets, twice a day.

Teenage acne can often be more difficult to manage due to the hormones changing during puberty. Zilch Acne Formula may help reduce the severity and manage teenage acne and its symptoms. Suitable for ages 14 and up.

Individuals taking anticoagulants or individuals at risk of bleeding problems should seek medical advice before taking Zilch Skin Formula.
Do not use if pregnant or likely to become pregnant.

Please read label and view medical disclaimer before use.

At the heart of all our formulas is efficacy – it matters that what you take genuinely makes a difference.
Our tablets only contain pure herbal extracts and are not synthetically derived. The reason for the recommended dosage is simple: it's about getting the right, therapeutic amount of these potent herbs into your system. Just like with any quality product, it's not just about having the right ingredients but also about having them in amounts that yields results.

Zilch Skin Formula can be used while on birth control medication and devices. Please consult your doctor for specific medical advice if you're unsure.

The warnings and contraindications for this product are as follows: Individuals taking anticoagulants or individuals at risk of bleeding problems should seek medical advice before taking Zilch Skin Formula. Do not use if pregnant or likely to become pregnant.

Although there are not often interactions with natural supplements and other vitamins and minerals, if you are taking other supplements and are unsure, we always advise to please seek information from your healthcare professional for personalised advice before using Zilch Acne Formula.

There is no contraindication with other common acne medications. If unsure, please consult your doctor before using Zilch Skin Formula. Please read label and view medical disclaimer before use.

Individuals taking anticoagulants or individuals at risk of bleeding problems should seek medical advice before taking Zilch Skin Formula. Do not use if pregnant or likely to become pregnant.

If you are taking other medication, please see your doctor or healthcare professional to seek personalised advice before using Zilch Skin Formula.

Zilch Skin Formula can assist in managing your skin breakouts that commonly occur when people stop the contraceptive pill. The general advice for managing acne post-OCP with Zilch Skin Formula is to commence taking it a few weeks before you plan on finishing the final pill cycle.

Zilch Skin Formula is 100% natural, with no added preservatives or fillers. Side effects are uncommon with Zilch Skin Formula.

Some users may experience slight changes with their digestion and bowels after using new supplements. This can sometimes happen when the body is adjusting to the new ingredients. This is usually mild and temporary.

This is general advice only and we cannot take into account specific allergies that individuals may suffer from. Please read label and ingredients if you suffer from known allergies.

You can expect quite a number of changes to your skin as your acne heals. Your acne may:
• look less red
• feel less sore and inflamed
• feel less deep
• come to a head easier
• heal faster
• break out less frequently and severely

You may also notice your skin doesn't feel as oily or bumpy, and is smoother to tou

Zilch Skin Formula is designed to be long term solution. When you have achieved the desired outcome, you should be able to stop taking Zilch Skin Formula.

Zilch Acne Formula can assist in managing your skin breakouts that commonly occur when people stop the contraceptive pill. The general advice for managing acne post-OCP with Zilch Acne Formula is to commence taking Zilch Acne Formula a few weeks before you plan on finishing the final pill cycle.

Zilch Acne Formula is 100% natural, with no added preservatives or fillers. Side effects are uncommon with Zilch Acne Formula.

Some users may experience slight changes with their digestion and bowels after using new supplements. This can sometimes happen when the body is adjusting to the new ingredients. This is usually mild and temporary.

This is general advice only and we cannot take into account specific allergies that individuals may suffer from. Please read label and ingredients if you suffer from known allergies.

Not necessarily. Zilch Acne Formula is designed as a long term solution to acne. When the skin is clear, you should be able to stop taking Zilch Acne Formula. General weaning advice is to reduce your dosage by 50% for two weeks and assessing your skin to gauge your dosage requirements.

Yes. Some people opt to stay on 2 tablets a day to keep breakouts at bay, or use it as a “security” dose, however, Zilch Skin Formula is designed to balance the root cause of acne so you should not need to continue use after clear skin is achieved.

Zilch Skin Formula is not designed to be a long-term supplement, so it is advised to cease use when no longer necessary. It is advised to give your body a break after 6 months of use.

This is general advice only. Please see a healthcare professional for more specific dosage and usage instructions if required.

Yes, we have had many reports of great success with closed comedones. Zilch Skin Formula helps to reduce the inflammation often associated with over oil production, which is essentially what drives the closed comedones to become clogged.

Although Zilch Skin Formula is made from 100 % natural herbs, there are no studies in newborns or infants, so we cannot confirm its safety for breastfeeding mothers and their babies. We therefore recommend avoiding its use while breastfeeding or consulting your healthcare practitioner before starting.

You are able to crush the tablets and mix them into water, but the herbs are very bitter. It is not a taste that you could disguise in a smoothie!

Our advice if you cannot swallow them, is to crush them, add a little warm water and mix until dissolved into a liquid and quickly drink it!

Dissolving the tablets do not change the efficacy of our formulas, and is completely safe. Powder form is how it is dispensed at Dr. Vivian's clinic.

Yes. Zilch Skin Formula can be used by both men and women. Our formula works on harmonising imbalances within the body and is applicable to both males and females.

Zilch Acne Formula has been designed to work with acne in any part of the body, as it works on balancing the internal patterns that cause acne – whether that is on the face, body, chest or back.

Zilch Skin Formula does not contain any tree nuts. Please be sure to check the ingredients list.

If you miss a dose, there is no need to make up for the missed dose- Just continue as per normal at the next dose.

Our formula is batch made, and is made from raw herbal ingredients that are sourced when ordered.

None of our ingredients are synthesised like most supplements on the market and cannot be compared. The extraction process is also highly specialised, allowing us to make the tablets with absolutely no additives or preservatives. Zilch Skin Formula is also patent protected.

Put simply: there are a lot of costs for us to produce this highly specialised product. One bottle contains a really large amount, lasting 30 days. There are many other reasons for the price tag, but we are a small and very honest company, and pride ourselves on our transparency and customer service. Thanks for your support.

Zilch Skin Formula is batch made from scratch when we place an order with our manufacturer.

Raw herbs have to be sourced, and then go through stringent quality testing before they can be processed. The extraction process to transform it from a raw herb into a tablet form is made up of many stages. It then needs to go through another few rounds of testing, before its passed and released for dispatch. Once it’s dispatched from the factory, it is freighted to us and must pass customs and quarantine checks before being delivered our warehouse.

This whole process can take up to 4 months, but it does make for a very specialised product. As they always say–good things come to those who wait.

Please store in a cool and dry environment, under 86 Fahrenheit. Moisture may cause the tablets to darken, however this should not change the efficacy of the product.

Dr. Vivian Tam, founder of Zilch Formulas, is a Doctor of Chinese Medicine practicing in Melbourne.

Consultations are available via booking only. Please visit CAM Clinic for more information.

Alternatively, please make a consultation with a Doctor of Chinese Medicine for specific information.