Zilch Skin Formula may assist with:
• Deep under-the-skin, painful acne
• Whiteheads (pimples that come to a head)
• Acne resulting from coming off the pill
• Hormonal acne
• Adult acne on jawline, chin, cheeks and temples
• Stubborn acne that has not responded to other treatments
• Body acne (chest, back, shoulders, buttocks)
• Closed comedones (clogged skin)
Indications: Traditionally used in Chinese medicine to: dispel/expel/disperse/clear stagnated blood/blood-stasis, clear/expel stagnant Heat, remove Heat toxin, be anti-inflammatory/relieve inflammation, help reduce occurrence of symptoms of acne, decrease/reduce/relieve pimples.
Ingredients
Zilch Skin Formula is made up of 17 herbal ingredients, and potato starch as a binder. No added preservatives, chemicals, fillers or nasties.
Active ingredients: Prunus persica, Carthamus tinctorius, Salvia miltiorrhiza, Hedyotis diffusa, Angelica dahurica, Gleditsia sinensis, Viola yedoensis, Taraxacum mongolicum, Lonicera japonica, Phellodendron amurense, Paeonia suffruticosa, Gardenia florida, Gentiana scabra, Scutellaria baicalensis, Zingiber officinale, Angelica polymorpha, Glycyrrhiza uralensis.
Non-active ingredients: potato starch.
Caution
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 and please consult your medical practitioner before starting on Zilch Skin Formula if you are breastfeeding. If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional. Talk to a TCM practitioner/health professional if you are unsure if this product is right for you. For information regarding taking other supplements or medications, please visit our FAQ page.
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Medical disclaimer: All content and information on this website is general in nature and does not intend to constitute medical diagnosis, medical treatment and medical advice. Our product(s) is not an individualised product and all information provided is not a substitute for medical advice and is general in nature. Please consult your medical practitioner or doctor if you have any queries before taking this product, continuing this product or if you have any questions about medical conditions.
Dosage
Take 6 tablets once a day. Take 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. For ages 14 and up.
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"In between my first and second bottle I had a few weeks break from taking Zilch and my skin stayed clear and just continued to get even better. I would honestly say I am acne cured right now after a long four years of trying to fix my skin."
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"WELL! A lot of people have been asking me how I cleared my skin and I'm so excited that I am confident enough to share how. Yep! Couldn't believe it myself. Still can't. The power of these herbs is amazing."
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"This herbal supplement literally saved my skin. This was the number one contributor to healing my acne. Yes dietary changes, stress management and skincare were great but Zilch delivered results within weeks, I am not exaggerating."
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How it works
We focus on the root cause, so you can enjoy long term results
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Clears Inflammation
Clears heat to alleviate inflammation, swelling and itching
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Removes Toxins
Supports elimination of toxins that can trigger breakouts
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Boosts Circulation
Promotes circulation to break up blockages behind painful swelling
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Supports Healing
Promotes healing and supports healthy tissue repair
100% natural, no nasties
Chinese herbal medicine ingredients that target the root causes of breakouts
Safflower
Alleviates deep, hard and sore acne by promoting blood circulation
Fragrant Angelica
Reduces swelling and inflammation associated with large and painful acne
Viola
Known for its powerful heat-clearing and toxin-eliminating properties
Amur Cork
Eliminates damp-heat that can contribute to pustules and swelling
Dang Gui
Promotes healthy tissue repair to heal acne and problematic skin
What to expect
Expect clearer skin within weeks
Inflammation, redness and soreness calm down. New breakouts decrease and skin feels noticeably smoother.
Illustrative of the typical journey reported in the results timeline, not a measurement.
The honest comparison
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Works on the whole body, not just one spot.
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No dryness or irritation.
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Zilch Skin Formula was originally developed for in-clinic acne patients. After seeing outstanding results it launched in 2017 for everyone and the response has been overwhelming. Every bottle carries a reputation built on 18+ years of Chinese Medicine experience.
Vivian Tam, founder of Zilch Formulas
Reviews
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Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.8 / 5 from 742 reviews.
As someone who has battled acne since the age of 21, I’ve hit a plateau recently. I’m a 26-year-old female and began taking Accutane about 2.5 years ago after being diagnosed with comedonal and inflamed acne. The full course of Accutane gave me incredible results. However, after about two years off Accutane, I’ve noticed a lot of closed comedones on my chin and jawline (the only areas where I break out now). These comedones aren’t visible to the eye but eventually develop into painful, inflamed cystic acne. My skincare routine is incredibly simple, but it takes a forever for the cystic acne to clear or heal, not to mention the awful scars it leaves behind. This led me to try Zilch supplement. It’s been about three weeks since I started taking it, and I can say that I haven’t had any new inflamed breakouts since then, which is a positive sign. The photos are taken approximately 23 days apart. I’m also taking adapalene to help combat the comedones. I’m hopeful that this supplement will continue to improve!
Store owner replied:
Such a promising start, Savanna! Going around three weeks without any new inflamed breakouts is a great sign, especially after dealing with stubborn chin and jawline acne for so long. We’re so glad to hear you’re already noticing positive changes and hope your skin continues to improve from here. 🤍
I love how zilch work on me! I can see the effect started on 3rd weeks! Bump on my jaw is lesser, reduced in redness, no burning and peeling at all. It’s working amazingly without irritating my skin, I’d stick with the same routine for now!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We’re so happy to hear you started noticing improvements around week 3.
We really appreciate you taking the time to leave such a lovely review and share your journey, it can be so helpful for others considering Zilch too.
I’ve only been taking Zilch for about 6
weeks and I already notice a big difference. I haven’t developed any new acne, and my skin is finally starting to heal. My PMDD symptoms & digestion are also way better. I’m excited to continue and see more results in the new 2 months! I am also taking spironolactone and was on it for 3 months before adding Zilch. But I think Zilch is doing most of the work!
Store owner replied:
This is absolutely wonderful to read; thank you so much for sharing this with us! 🤩 We are so excited for you and cannot wait to hear how your skin continues to transform over the next couple of months!
I have hormones ace and been taking them for a whole month and my ace is almost gone. Works very good. Thank you for making it and it worth every penny.
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re so happy Zilch is working for you. ✨
After catching COVID twice and getting a surgery that required a bowel cleanse, my skin was no longer the same. I went from getting two to three new pimples per month at most to finding three to four mad ones daily. I heard that gut health and hormones have significant roles in skin health. I also know that Chinese medicine can address these issues. So I thought why not, I've tried everything else, I've got nothing to lose. After two months, my skin finally stopped breaking out like crazy.
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for sharing your story, Sarah! We really appreciate you opening up about your experience. We’re so glad your skin has finally started to calm down, and we’re grateful you gave it a try!
I’ve been using Zilch Acne Supplement for a few weeks now, and I’m honestly impressed with the results so far. My skin tends to be oily and breakout-prone, especially around my chin and cheeks, but I’ve noticed a visible reduction in inflammation and fewer new breakouts since I started taking it consistently.
What I like most about this supplement is that it works from the inside out. Unlike topical treatments that can sometimes dry or irritate my skin, this feels much gentler. Over time, my skin has started to look clearer, calmer, and more balanced overall. I also appreciate that it includes ingredients aimed at supporting hormonal balance, which I think has made a big difference for me.
Overall, I would recommend Zilch Acne Supplement to anyone looking for a more natural, internal approach to managing acne. Just be consistent and give it time to work!
Due to some sudden life-changing experience I was under a lot stress and find myself once again battling acne and breakouts in my adult life.
For one whole years, I tried antibiotics, acne skincare, expensive facial treatments. It keep coming back.
The doc prescribed me accutane, I was hesitate to take it cause I've read so much of the side effects that come with it.
At one point I remember I follow a skin influencer acc that mentioned about this herbal remedies that help acne.
Thank God I still remember this, and so glad I give it a tried. It has dramatically improve my skin condition, and now I can go out with my bare skin again.
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for sharing your journey, we truly appreciate you taking the time to open up about your experience. We’re so happy to hear your skin has improved and that you’re feeling confident again in your natural skin.
Really happy with my results. It’s so nice to just feel a smooth face in the shower even if it’s still scarred. The pills are large and strong smelling/tasting but it’s all worth it and I can’t believe the results. It’s truly changed my confidence. I really love them and ordered two more bottles before this one was done. Thank you zilch 🥲 love you!!!!!!
I’ve taken one complete bottle of the Zilch Acne Formula (6 pills per day). I feel like I’m starting to see small improvements (fewer cystic acne spots, pimples are smaller than before). Still getting new (smaller) breakouts though and dealing with some redness and scarring. It took 6 months of Accutane to clear my skin (a lifetime ago) so I don’t expect anything to work completely in just one month. I’m going to continue the Acne Formula and add the PMS formula as well. Hoping to see additional improvement in months 2 and 3.
This has worked for me when nothing else did. It hasn’t made me all the way clear, but it helped a lot! I get much less acne, and it fades MUCH more quickly. I used to break out and be stuck with it for 2 months or more before any meaningful improvement, now it’s less than a week. I think a big part of my issue is hormonal. I’m perimenopausal and breaking out in places I never did before. I plan to add the hormone support formula as soon as I can afford to.
I am about a month in, and have had great results! While my acne wasn’t as severe as some at the start, I had come off a long term prescription and it was the worst acne I have dealt with in many years - very red, swollen, and painful. This has really helped my skin calm down. I am still getting some new zits, but far fewer than I was, and they heal much more quickly and do not get nearly as inflamed. Grateful to have found this product!
I have been on Zilch acne for eight weeks and PMS + stress relief for five weeks. The first picture is one week after stopping the pill and the second picture is these eight and five weeks without. I have PCOS I expected and so much worse after so many weeks without but I can say that my skin has still stayed nice with a few occasional breakouts along my jaw. Thank you for that 🙏🌱
I started to get severe cystic acne in mid 20's and tried so many things to get it under control. Zilch was the only thing that was able to get rid of it. It truly worked wonders and I am so glad that I tried it, very worth the investment!
It really works!
After 15 years of taking birth control and finally stopping it, my skin was the first thing to change. I had painful cystic acne that I had never had before. I tried all the things, including prescription medication to help. I did not want the side effects so switched the Zilch and I am so glad that I did! It truly works and has helped clear my skin so much. If you are skeptical just give it a try, you will not regret it!
First Impressions
I mainly only deal with closed comedones and I had a bad flare up of them the past few months. I also started getting a cyst or two eaxh month. I've only tried one bottle, but while taking it I noticed the deep pimples would come to a head by the next day and I could extract them and put a pimple patch on it and it'd be completely healed in a few days, compared to the 2 weeks it used to take. Works great on inflammatory acne. I can't say much about the non-inflammatory acne though. I haven't seen any change in those. I know they can be stubborn, and I suspect they may be hormonal so I am going to switch to the pms + stress formula and use that for the next few months .
The best !
I noticed immediate improvement in my skin. Just 1 bottle . Skin is clear and smooth
I’ll be back for the second bottle, truly changed my skin
Maybe too early to tell
Just finished one month on this formula and have seen some improvement but still not quite there yet. I ordered three bottles to start so I have a couple more months to go before I can give a full review. I've never struggled with acne until I reached my mid-thirties and my skin has just gone haywire. So anything at this point that doesn't make it worse is still a win in my book. I can update again at the end of another bottle.
Improving but still need to test it some more
My cystic acne is better since I started taking Zilch but I haven’t been taken the prescribed dosage consistently because it feels like a lot. However, I will continue and report back. Hoping for some good results overtime.
Miracle in a bottle
I can’t stop raving about this incredible product! The three-week before-and-after results speak for themselves. My cystic acne is finally gone, and now I can concentrate on scar healing. Thank you to the creators of this life-changing tablet!
Helped reduce breakouts
I was getting very bad/big, sore breakouts. I then found these supplements. I have had 2 bottles and I’m now left mainly just with scarring, minimal breakouts. My face is also much less sore & sensitive.
Really helped!
I’ve taken this for about 1.5-2 months and amazing results! Went from having massive clusters of all sorts of pimples (both deep cystic and normal whiteheads in a massive patches) to just a few isolated spots here and there. Not completely clear yet (probably because of stress and other aspects of life) but this stuff definitely works! Caveat that I did use other topical treatments concurrently, but I did use those prior to taking Zilch pills and they didn’t make that much of a difference, mainly spot treatment but pimples just kept popping up. Much much calmer skin now. Waited a long while before posting this! :)
Really helping!
Since coming off the pill my skin really struggled with persistent, red and inflamed breakouts. Particularly around the sixth month of being off the pill. I started with a lower dose of zilch and gradually increased to the 6 a day which I have now been on for just over a month.
I am still having breakouts but as you can see from the pictures these have reduced and the redness and inflammation has got a lot better!
Thank you zilch for helping me on this post pill journey.
The best supplement
I’ve been using Zilch Acne for several years now, and I absolutely love it. It has helped me so much in the past and continues to support my skin today. I wholeheartedly recommend giving it a try and seeing the results for yourself. For me, it’s been nothing short of a miracle—effective with no side effects whatsoever.
So incredibly relieved
I truly do not understand how this product works this well…I started really struggling with cystic hormonal acne around my jawline when I was around 20 years old (UGH.) and it was so destructive to my self-esteem that I took the risk and tried accurate after trying everything else from antibiotics, spironolactone, bc, every facial you can think of. Accutane was the only thing that helped, after about 4 months of intense purging and peeling I finally had manageable, if not good, skin. But now I’m 34 with 2 kids and I just cannot fathom taking accutane again—so when the jawline sores started coming back I thought I was just doomed again. Somehow I found this product and I have no idea HOW IT IS WORKING but within literally 1 freaking week my skin had calmed down significantly to the point where now (1 month in) I haven’t had a new deep breakout in weeks. I’m stunned. I could cry. I mean, I probably have cried. Now I’m just working on healing the dark spots/scars left behind but what a relief to be able to do so. I’m only wondering if I have to take this supplement for the rest of my life? But honestly I will HAPPILY do so if that’s what it takes to have this kind of skin. The price IS high but based on my experience I no longer need to spend so much $$$ on all the other products I was desperately trying. I am a true skeptic turned obsessive fan—I wish I could give a bottle of this to everyone in my life who needs it.
Store owner replied:
Hi K, Thank you SO much for leaving your review. Skeptic turned supporter are some of our fave stories! haha. To answer your question, no you won't need to take it forever. You can take it until skin is clear, and then do half dose for maintenance for a little while until you feel comfortable reducing it down to nothing. You're welcome to stay on a low dose for a few months if you need that too. Please reach out with any questions via email and we're always happy to help. Thanks again :) - Vivian
It has been good so far
Im about to finish a bottle and I think I will at least do one more. I did not stop using my skincare while taking the pills and have been using tretinoin in it for several months. I have used antibiotics and tretinoin in the past to later start with accutane which worked until I stopped taking it. With Zilch I do feel that my skin calmed down a bit but im not 100% free of breakouts, currently still doing 6 a day but probably will up the dose to 8 as instructed on the bottle. Pills are really bitter so I take them quickly one by one to avoid them starting to dissolve in my mouth. No major changes to digestion, I take them 20 min after food.
Effective and Gentle on My Skin
I’ve been using this Zilch for about 3-4 weeks and am really happy with the results. It has helped keep my skin clear, and if and when I do get a pimple, it’s much less severe. I appreciate that it works without being harsh or irritating. Overall, it’s been great, and I can't wait to see my skin improve. I highly recommend it!
Life changing supplement
I’ve been hesitating of getting this supplement for quite some time because I do have fear of what if It doesn’t work? What if I purge before it gets better? What if I push and it would never go away? What if my body get resistant from the supplement? And what if I have to take it for the rest of my life?
I am more than happy that I erase all of those what ifs And ordered my Zilch acne formula. I started with just two pills a day and I had it right after I woke up. I don’t think the smell of the supplement is that bad is actually very herbal send that I am so familiar with (Maybe because I am Asian and I grew up with these herbs all my life). I can tell that the severe of my acne has gone down drastically. I have a very deep, angry cystic acne, You know the type that none of the topical treatment works and the only thing that works is to get the Cortisol shot from a dermatologist that would cost you about hundreds of dollars each pimple. This formula made my skin calmer, and now I have a controllable acne That happens normally when I am on my period Or when I eat greasy food.
I am very happy with my decision. I just finished my third bottles and I am going to keep buying more. I was once thought that I’m afraid to take this for the rest of my life, but because it’s formula is very clean clean and it is all herbal medicine, I am not afraid and I will be more than happy to take it as long as it keep my face, calm and stable my mental health.
Thank you Zilch team!! Thank you Dr. Vivian for creating this formula for us. I’m forever grateful💜
Store owner replied:
Hi M! So many valid questions - thank you for sharing. So many people struggle with the same worries when they are looking for something for their acne, often with years of struggle behind them. We love how genuine your story is, and we are so glad that you've finally found something that aligns with you and your skin. Best of luck on your skin healing journey and please reach out with any questions. Kindest, Vivian.
Inflammation and redness massively reduced in 3 weeks
Spots have massively reduced. The painful boils have really reduced and now have no pain. Had some smaller jawline spots than usual and really feel this has helped
3 week progress
Been taking these supplements for 3 weeks and already notice a massive difference! Spots are less inflamed and aren’t as sore. Would recommend!
absolutely life changing
if you’re thinking about buying this product?! i genuinely urge you to do it!!! my skin, for as long as i can remember, has been my biggest insecurity. i suffer from hormonal acne and have tried practically everything under the sun to try and heal my skin with all being unsuccessful. i have been taking the acne formula consistently for 2 months and the difference in my skin is OUTSTANDING!!! i also pair it with the PMS and stress formula which i believe has helped greatly with my hormones also!
being knocked down a million times by a million other brands is so discouraging but i promise you will not be disappointed xx
Store owner replied:
You have absolutely made our week! This is such an amazing review, and so honest and real. Feedback like this still gives me pinch-me moments. We're always here to help so please reach out with any questions. Thank you for trusting us with your skin and wellness. Kindest, Dr. Vivian.
total game-changer
I had painful pimples on my cheeks and jawline, but now my skin is nearly clear. After trying countless solutions with no success, I didn’t think I’d find anything that worked. And believe me, I spent a lot and tried almost everything. Seeing these results has been a total game-changer. I’m genuinely amazed and finally feeling hopeful!
Zilch acne
Hey,
I have been taking 4 pills of zilch which I think was a pretty low dose and I saw some improvment. I think I need to use it more so I bought my second bottle to see if it will be better. So far some of my hormonal acne has subsided and I do have a more clear skin but there is still some acne popping up. It is worth a try obviously!
Good results shown
I've been enjoying these supplements as they help clean my gut health and control my hormonal acne. So far I've been using these supplements for a year now and have been enjoying the results
Game changer!
I've suffered with acne outbreaks for 16 years and always thought I just had bad skin. It wasn't until I saw Zilch's ad which perfectly described my symptoms that I realised I had hormonal acne (it would also explain why my skin was suddenly so good when I was pregnant or breastfeeding but the acne came back with a vengeance once I weaned).
I'm almost finished with my first bottle and super excited about the results. The non-stop recurring painful, cystic pimples have all subsided, there's just some surface blemish left which I'm sure will heal with time.
I've just ordered my second bottle and I can't believe I might actually finally have consistent good skin days in the near future! Thank you for an amazing product and I'm also delighted to be supporting an Aussie brand!
Store owner replied:
And thank you soooo much for your support and sharing your review. Your kind words have made my week! Kindest, Vivian.
Didn’t work for me
I took 6 pills a day for 3.5wks on an empty stomach and waited 20mins before food. I saw no difference at all in my skin. I could argue that it made my skin worse, I noticed a slight increase in new larger pimples. Went from 1-2 new ones a day to 3-4 a day.
Other background factors:
I kept my skin routine pretty basic (gentle cleanser, hydrating toner, gentle moisturiser with HA and ceramides) and didn’t add anything new to my routine. I am generally healthy (exercise 4x a week - track my calorie intake) and there were no major stressors during this time. Hormonal levels are all within normal limits. This was my last try before going to see a dermatologist and perhaps go on roaccutane.
Delivery was fast and the packaging was good.
Store owner replied:
Hi M. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your honest feedback, and we so sorry to hear that our product was not able to help you the way we hoped. Please do reach out to us via email if there is anything we can help you navigate, or to answer any further questions. Thanks again and goodluck!
Best Acne Supplement
I have always had acne since my early teens. I started my period when I was 11 years old and have PCOS. During the lockdown period, my skin was at its worst - my face was filled with red spots and no matter what I put on it, nothing was helping. My diet was not the best but I hit a point where I knew I needed to stop taking antibiotics as they were not getting rid of the root cause. I came across Zilch on Instagram after watching Liz on prettyprogess23 and am so glad I made that purchase. I think it has been over 3 years I have been taking Zilch and I do not think I will stop as it has helped me tremendously. Thank you for creating such an amazing product for us suffering with acne and hormonal issues - I am honestly grateful for the difference in my skin x
If you don't see improvements in your skin after 60 days of taking Zilch Skin Formula as directed, we'll refund your purchase. Available to first-time purchasers of the Acne 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. 92% of users found an 80% reduction of acne within 4 weeks.
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, which is why the 3 bottle supply is our most popular option.
How do I take it?
Take 6 tablets once a day, at least 20 minutes away from food. Suitable for ages 14 and up.
Will my skin purge or get worse before it gets better?
Some users experience a short adjustment period as the formula starts working from within. This is normal and typically settles as your skin begins to clear.
How does the subscription work?
Your chosen supply is delivered on a matching schedule with 15% off every order and free shipping to AU, US and UK. You can pause, skip or cancel anytime from your account, no lock-in.
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