Overview
This formula is not your typical acne system, because it does not feature any topical medications that are applied to the surface of skin. Instead, Vilantae is a capsule formula that the customer is advised to take with meals a few times a day, just like a daily multivitamin. While it is promising to think that it may be possible to take a pill to treat and prevent acne, so far the researchers at ClearSkinReviews.com have had mixed results with other similar products. However, given the fact that Vilantae has a fairly extensive web site, we decided to keep an open mind and objectively research this product.

Featured Ingredients
Our research revealed that Vilantae contains one active ingredient, called d-Calcium Pantothenate, which is a specific form of vitamin B5. The inclusion of this nutrient was based on research conducted in 1997 by a Chinese medical doctor named Dr. Lit-Hung Leung. This doctor published a paper that theorized that giving the body nutritional supplements that could increase production of a specific enzyme would help improve acne in the skin. That enzyme, known as coenzyme A, is produced by the body to counteract the production of oil that causes acne. Dr. Leung suspected that d-Calcium Pantothenate could be such a nutrient, since limited studies found that it stimulate coenzyme A. 

This theory does have some merit, since Dr. Leung’s initial first study did show an improvement in acne after consuming several capsules of d-Calcium Pantothenate every day. However, this strategy is not without its drawbacks. First of all, the optimum amount recommended comes out to about 20 capsules a day. Even after the initial treatment phase, customers are required to still take about 15 capsules a day to maintain a clear complexion. Not only does this seem inconvenient, but the effects of taking Vilantae do not seem superior to simply using a topical formula once or twice for maintenance. In addition, the initial study was so small (20 people) that it doesn’t mean Vilantae will work for everyone. Hopefully a larger study is planned.

Web Site at a Glance
The Vilantae web site is quite extensive, containing plenty of customer testimonials and a clear explanation of Dr. Leung’s research. There are several links to outside research on the formula, but after further searching, most of these links point to message boards with anecdotal evidence from customers who have used Vilantae. That being said, the average customer will find plenty of helpful information on the Vilantae web site.

Pros
- Encouraging initial research on the main ingredient 

Cons
- Does not contain any topical formulas to immediately address existing acne

- Initial study sample was small (20 people)

- Consumers are expected to take 20 capsules a day

Summary
For someone who would perhaps prefer to take a pill to treat acne, you could do a lot worse than Vilantae, since the research behind the formula does seem solid, at least initially. While we would prefer to see additional, larger studies on the formula, it could work as a welcome adjunct to using a topical formula, especially if you were able to find a cream with more proven ingredients such as Salicylic Acid, Silicol Dioxide and Infacin. But many customers may be hesitant to take 20 capsules a day.