Overview
Produced and distributed by Progressive Health Nutraceuticals, Actimine is not a topical acne treatment system. Actimine is a nutritional supplement intended to help control production of sebum (oil) in the skin which is one of the main causes of acne and decrease the inflammation that occurs with acne. While these are sensible objectives to have, the research staff at ClearSkinReviews.com tends to be skeptical of capsules or pills that claim to treat or prevent acne. But we decided to keep an open mind while conducting our full investigation of Actimine.

Featured Ingredients
Actimine capsules contain five main ingredients. Vitamin A is supposed to cut oil production in the skin, while the mineral Selenium is included for its supposed ability to affect an enzyme involved with the inflammation process. The only problem is that we are not aware of any studies that show a relationship between Vitamin A and oil production. In addition, no studies have been conducted on selenium’s effect on the specific kind of inflammation that occurs with acne. 

Actimine also includes Zinc, Methyl-Sulfonyl-Methane (MSM) and Guggul. Zinc is a mineral that has been associated with testosterone levels, but any research showing its effect on acne is limited to non-existent. Even though MSM can be a beneficial nutrient for skin, hair, nails, bones and joints, there is no conclusive evidence that taking MSM capsules will help control acne. Even though a study did show a connection between Guggul (an Indian herb) consumption and better skin health, Progressive Health Nutraceuticals does not say whether “better skin health” necessarily means less acne. The company even admits that much of the research on nutrient intake and acne is just beginning now. It may be years before conclusive research is completed, and we simply don’t think that customers should base the fate of their acne on speculation.

Web Site at a Glance
The website for Progressive Health Nutraceuticals contains information on their entire product line, which includes a full array of nutritional supplements for several types of health problems. While the section on Actimine does contain an intriguing explanation and overview of acne, the page lacks specific research or information about the ingredients in the product. Even more concerning, the page contains inaccurate information, including the belief that stress causes acne, or that dietary concerns are mostly to blame. Dermatologists now know that these are simply not true. There is no free trial available for Actimine, meaning that customers will be required to pay $29.95 for a one-month supply before deciding if it’s right for them.

Pros
- Nutrients in the formula are relatively safe for human consumption

Cons
- No definitive studies on the effect of these ingredients on acne

- No free trial available

- Web site contains inaccurate information about acne

Summary
Someday, research may discover that using certain nutritional supplements will help to treat and prevent acne. But that day has not yet come, so we find Progressive Health Nutraceuticals’ claims that Actimine can stop acne to be problematic. Until research verifies these claims, we suggest that customers avoid this formula.