Can Supplements Really Help With Oily Skin + Breakouts? (Short answer: yes—if you pick the right nutrients)

Shiny T-zone, surprise chin pimple, makeup sliding off by 3 p.m.—oily-skin life is fun, right? The usual outside-in fixes (mattifying primers, blotting papers, sulfur masks) help temporarily, but they never tell your sebaceous glands to chill out.

That’s where inside-out skincare—aka targeted supplementation—steps in. Below, we’ll break down:


Why oil production goes into overdrive.

Which nutrients have the most science backing.

How Halo Beauty’s Kiwi Seed Booster stacks them together.

A simple daily routine for real-glow results.

Heads-up: Always talk to your derm or healthcare pro before starting a new supplement—especially if you’re pregnant, nursing, or on medication.

First, why does skin pump out excess oil?

Short version: Hormones, inflammation, and a compromised skin barrier cue your sebaceous glands to produce more sebum than your pores can handle.

Hormonal shifts (hi, cortisol + androgens) signal “make more oil!”

Inflammation ramps up enzymes that thicken sebum, trapping dead skin + bacteria.

Damaged barrier (think over-exfoliating) loses water, so skin compensates with… you guessed it… more oil.


Topical acids & retinoids tackle the surface; the right nutrients work on the underlying triggers.

4 powerhouse nutrients for oil balance + clear pores

  • Zinc

    Regulates sebum production, supports wound healing

    Food sources
    Pumpkin seeds, chickpeas

    Why supplement?
    Food often falls short of the 8-11 mg sweet spot for skin benefits

  • MSM (methylsulfonyl-methane)

    Calms redness, reduces inflammatory cytokines

    Food sources
    Cruciferous veggies

    Why supplement?
    Research doses (~1-3 g) are hard to hit with diet alone

  • Amla (Indian gooseberry)

    Accelerates cell turnover, boosts collagen

    Food sources
    Fresh/frozen berries

    Why supplement?
    Rare in Western diets; potency varies in frozen fruit

  • Grape Seed Extract

    Powerful antioxidant, helps protect collagen

    Food sources
    Grapes

    Why supplement?
    Seed levels are tiny in table grapes—concentrated extract = win

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Meet Kiwi Seed Booster: your inside-out clear-skin ally

Most supplements stuff a sprinkle of everything into one capsule. Kiwi Seed Booster takes a different route: clinical-level doses of the four nutrients above, plus cold-pressed New Zealand kiwi seed oil for omega 3s.

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Key stats

30-day supply, vegan capsules

Zero soy, dairy, or artificial colors

Manufactured in a GMP-certified U.S. facility

Internal consumer panel: 90 % reported less midday shine after 4 weeks*

Fun fact: The kiwis are up-cycled by-products from the juicing industry—so your glow comes with a side of sustainability points.

Real-world results

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How to build a 2-step clear-skin routine

  • AM

    Cleanse with a gentle, pH-balanced face wash. Pat dry, slap on SPF.

  • Breakfast

    Take 2 Kiwi Seed Booster capsules with water.

  • PM

    Double-cleanse if you wear makeup, apply a barrier-friendly moisturizer.

  • Consistency

    Expect visible oil-control in 3–4 weeks, smoother skin texture by week 6.

  • (Bonus: Pair with Halo Beauty Hair, Skin & Nails Booster if you want the full glow-up.)

Quick FAQ

Will zinc make me nauseous?

Take it with a meal and you’re golden.

Can I stack Kiwi Seed Booster with retinol?

Yep! Topical + oral combos target different layers.

Safe while breastfeeding?

Always clear any supplement with your OB first.

Have more questions? Drop them in the comments or DM us on IG—our team answers every message.

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