Brewer's yeast for acne. Review of pharmaceutical drugs and recipes for medicinal masks

One of the most modern trends in cosmetology is the use of a wide variety of substances of natural origin as support and care products. Most often they become some components of food products. Under certain conditions, these components not only have traditional nutritional value, but also keep our body in excellent condition, providing what experts call “beauty from the inside.”

One of these products is the well-known brewer's yeast. Today we will tell you about their properties and how to use them correctly to maintain the health of your skin, nails and hair.

Nutrients in brewer's yeast

Brewer's yeast is a natural product that combines many vitamins and beneficial elements.

B vitamins

The main active ingredients of this product are considered to be B vitamins, which protect the human body from various harmful environmental factors.

In addition, they affect metabolism , regulating carbohydrate and fat metabolism, and remove from the body all harmful preservatives and chemical additives that are used in the manufacture of most modern food products.

PP, E, H and other vitamins

They have a positive effect on the condition of nails, hair and skin.

Useful elements

Brewer's yeast also contains essential amino acids, antioxidants, and microelements such as phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, sulfur and zinc.

These beneficial substances increase immunity, remove toxins, and also help improve hormonal levels , which often provokes the appearance of acne.

Theoretically, the combination of such components provides good assistance in the treatment of acne, but in practice it is not so simple . In order to get rid of this problem, you should make medicated facial masks.

A simple and effective remedy in the fight against rashes on the face is acetylsalicylic acid or simply
aspirin.
This product has many advantages, including accessibility and ease of preparation and use of a face mask.

What is yeast anyway?

Under this name they unite a whole group of living beings that belong to the kingdom of mushrooms. Unlike the familiar honey mushrooms and boletuses, these mushrooms do not grow on mycelium, but in the process of evolution turned into single-celled organisms. This happened due to the fact that they were accustomed to living in a liquid environment with a large number of organic components. Of course, this form of life is simpler compared to ordinary mushrooms. But, on the other hand, in many ways it was this feature that made the yeast cell a multifunctional “factory” for the production of many useful substances.

How to use brewer's yeast for acne

As a rule, instructions for using brewer's yeast are on the package or insert.
They are used in fairly large quantities due to the fact that it is almost impossible to harm the body with them, since brewer's yeast is completely natural and is produced through natural processes, without adding any chemicals .

If the instructions indicate that they should be used 1 or 2 times a day, then these recommendations should be followed.

All brewer's yeast is completely different : some contain less active substances, others have more, so we cannot say with confidence that you should not drink 5 or 10 tablets a day. Everything will depend on what kind of yeast you purchased.

This medicine is available both in the form of tablets and dragees, and in powder form.

Interestingly , all breweries use such yeast in powder form. Regular people prefer tablets as there is no problem with dosage.

If you have difficulty swallowing tablets and you can’t find the powder, simply grind the yeast and dilute it with half a glass of water, then drink it.

to consume yeast 15-20 minutes before meals so that food is better absorbed.

It is better to consult your doctor about dosages and frequency of use or look at such information on the packaging.

What types of yeast are there?

To date, more than 1,500 thousand species of various yeast fungi have been identified. But we usually use only a few of this variety. And first of all, of course, yeast, which has the ability to ferment wort, turning it into the well-known foamy intoxicating drink. It is believed that the use of yeast began 8-9 thousand years ago, which means they are one of the very first living organisms that man deliberately put into his service.

Of course, the inhabitants of prehistoric Mesopotamia did not consider yeast as a cosmetic product; they were used for its intended purpose - for brewing beer. Then, around the 6th millennium BC, people living in the territory of modern Georgia came up with the idea of ​​​​using yeast as a fermenter of grape juice to produce wine. And finally, around 1200 BC, the ancient Egyptians first fermented dough with yeast and baked yeast bread. But it was only in 1838 that the French scientist Charles de La Tour discovered that yeasts are living organisms that can grow and reproduce. And the first culture intended specifically for making beer was purposefully bred by Emil Hansen, who worked for the Carlsberg brewing company.

Review of pharmaceutical drugs: brief description, prices

The cost of brewer's yeast is relatively low. It varies from 60 to 200 rubles per package , which contains from 60 to 100 tablets.

In order to determine which brewer's yeast is better, you need to find out about their properties, which were declared or “Classic” (NaturLivit)

They support and strengthen human immunity, completely normalize the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, and increase performance.

Their price is about 130-150 rubles per package.

"EKKO PLUS" with zinc

They perfectly support the immune system, “develop” resistance to colds and stress, and protect the liver from harmful chemicals.
This is one of the best yeasts with antiviral and antitoxic properties.

Their price is 80-90 rubles.

"EKKO PLUS" with iron

Normalize metabolism, increase resistance to fatigue.
It is recommended for use by athletes, as well as to improve mental abilities.

Their price is 80-100 rubles.

Brewer's yeast with sulfur "Evisent"

It is recommended to take this drug for patients with diabetes, since sulfur promotes the synthesis of insulin.
In addition, it normalizes metabolism, significantly improves the appearance of nails, skin, hair and maintains oxygen balance, on which brain function directly depends.

The cost of such a drug is around 130 - 150 rubles.

"ECO MON" with potassium

Such yeast supplies the brain with oxygen and improves its performance, lowers blood pressure, regulates water-salt metabolism, and improves immunity.
Their price ranges from 90 to 130 rubles per package .

"ECO MON" with succinic acid

This yeast is suitable for those people who want to slow down the aging process and who have great mental and physical stress.
Succinic acid improves the functioning of the heart, liver and brain, and has antitoxic characteristics.

The cost of such yeast is from 75 to 93 rubles.

Cosmetic brewer's yeast "OSOKOR"

Used by people with acne, nail and hair problems.
Such yeast contains a huge amount of vitamin B.

Their cost is 60-100 rubles .

We recommend paying attention to an effective antiseptic that does not cause addiction to the skin, so its benefits do not decrease even with regular use - boric acid, or as it is also called boric alcohol.

What are the benefits of brewer's yeast?

Until about the middle of the twentieth century, no one paid attention to the fact that in addition to converting sugar into ethyl alcohol and producing carbon dioxide, yeast also synthesizes many biologically active compounds. But almost immediately after this ability of fungi was discovered, research and experiments with them began all over the world. And already in the early 60s, brewer's yeast confidently occupied an important place in the recommendations of specialists as an additive to improve nutrition and care for skin, nails and hair.

The usefulness of this product is due to the high content of three classes of substances: 1. Protein and amino acid fractions. 2. Vitamins, mainly belonging to group B. 3. Rich microelement composition.

Proteins and amino acids

In terms of the concentration of these compounds, yeast fungi exceed almost all plant organisms known to us, second only to animal foods. Proteins (also called proteins) and individual amino acids make up about 65% of the total mass of yeast.

Protein molecules are long and complex chains, which, like bricks, are made up of successive amino acids. There are many amino acids, but only 20 of them are involved in the construction of proteins in our body. And 17 amino acids from this list are found in brewer's yeast. Once in the digestive system, yeast proteins are broken down into individual amino acids by enzymes and absorbed into the blood. After this, the amino acids penetrate into the cells, which independently synthesize from them the proteins they need.

In our body, proteins serve as the main building material for all cells, organs and tissues without exception. In addition, almost all hormones and enzymes present in our body are also of protein nature, which are the most important mechanism for regulating its growth and work. Proteins are also the basis of our immunity, that is, the body’s natural defense against toxic compounds and infectious lesions. Finally, the contractile function of muscles, and therefore our very ability to move, is also based on protein molecules.

Proteins are no less important for treating skin, hair and nails, as well as maintaining their health and beauty. For example, you can often notice that disorders such as:

• decreased elasticity and smoothness of the skin;
• early appearance of the initial symptoms of aging;
• tendency to traumatize the ligamentous-tendon apparatus;
• painful sensations in the joints;
• increased likelihood of dislocations and even bone fractures.

One of the reasons for the appearance of this symptom complex is a deficiency in our body of specific protein molecules - collagen. The main role that collagen plays in the human body is, first of all, giving tissues mechanical strength.

When applied to skin, collagen is a key component in maintaining smoothness. It is this protein that makes up the connective tissue “framework,” a kind of “reinforcement” for the soft tissues of the dermis. A sufficient concentration of collagen is the most important condition for our skin to maintain its elasticity and firmness. And the deficiency of this protein, which occurs due to its reduced synthesis, is one of the leading causes of the formation of wrinkles and visually noticeable age-related changes. Accordingly, brewer's yeast, containing a large amount of protein, will serve as an excellent source of amino acids, which will become material for enhanced collagen synthesis in our skin.

Vitamins

What to do if your nails peel and what does the body lack in such cases? Very often, such disorders are caused by a deficiency of certain vitamins and, first of all, B vitamins. And brewer’s yeast is extremely rich in these substances, and contains their full spectrum:

• Vitamin B1 (thiamine).

Thiamine deficiency causes skin eczematous lesions, inflammatory reactions and photodermatitis. It is also a significant factor of protection against stress, increasing our resistance to depression and psychological overload. The first symptoms of B1 deficiency look like flaking of the skin, oily roots and dry ends of the hair, and fragility of the hair shafts. A person needs about 1 mg of this substance per day.

• Vitamin B2 (riboflavin).

Its deficiency leads to progressive hair loss, which is caused by increasing degeneration of the hair follicles. Also, B2 deficiency contributes to the development of skin acne, the appearance of seborrhea and early graying of hair. The daily requirement for riboflavin is just over 1 mg.

• Vitamin B3 (niacin).

This vitamin is needed for normal capillary blood supply to the skin, and therefore for the delivery of oxygen and nutritional compounds to it. Nicotinamide deficiency is one of the factors in the development of alopecia, psoriasis, loss of pigment in hair, as well as the formation of pigmentation disorders on the skin. The daily requirement of vitamin B3 is approximately 20–25 mg. We must remember that our body’s need for nicotinic acid greatly increases during physical or psychological stress.

• Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid).

Its deficiency is manifested by such pathologies as eczema, various dermatitis, bacterial and fungal diseases of the skin and nails, as well as early graying. Vitamin B5 is also required for accelerated hair growth after diffuse alopecia and skin regeneration after injury or dryness. A person should receive approximately 5 mg of pantothenic acid per day. The peculiarity of vitamin B5 is that it is the only one in its group that is able to effectively penetrate the skin barrier. This means that you can get it from yeast products not only by ingesting them, but also by using cosmetic brewer’s yeast in the form of masks.

• Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine).

Pyridoxine deficiency is one of the reasons for decreased protection of the skin from bacterial and fungal infections. Also, its deficiency leads to seborrheic lesions and diffuse baldness. In addition, vitamin B6 is a good antidepressant and is involved in the production of serotonin, a hormone important for regulating our psychological state. The daily requirement for vitamin B6 is about 2 mg.

• Vitamin B7 (biotin).

It is often also called an antiseborrheic factor, and its deficiency causes inflammatory skin diseases and increases hair fragility and loss. The importance of biotin for hair, nails and skin is explained by the presence of sulfur atoms in its molecules. This microelement is not often found in ordinary foods, but it is critically necessary, for example, for the normal growth of nail plates. That is, if your nails peel, vitamin B7 will be one of the most important factors in the fight against this disorder. Bacteria living in our digestive tract are capable of producing biotin, but in quantities significantly less than the 50 mcg per day that an adult needs. Therefore, vitamin B7 must enter our body with food, and brewer’s yeast is an excellent source of this compound.

• Vitamin B9 (folic acid).

The most important function of vitamin B9 is its necessity for cell growth and division. Therefore, folic acid is required for skin renewal and proper formation of hair and nails. The daily intake of vitamin B9 is approximately 200 mcg, and for pregnant and lactating women this amount triples and amounts to 600 mcg per day.

• Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin).

Its deficiency is the cause of severe anemia, and therefore impaired blood supply to the skin. The consequence is a sharp deterioration in her condition, infectious lesions, death of hair follicles and hair loss. For an adult, the daily intake of vitamin B12 should be from 2.4 to 3 mcg.

The above vitamins are combined into a group for the reason that an isolated deficiency of one of them is quite rare. Accordingly, when choosing how to treat and restore skin and hair, it is better to give preference to complex products containing the entire spectrum of compounds included in this group. An excellent example of such a product is brewer's yeast. In addition to the direct effect on the condition of the skin and its derivatives, B vitamins are extremely important for the proper functioning of the central nervous system. And here we must not forget that a favorable psycho-emotional climate is a significant factor in maintaining the beauty and health of our skin.

Microelements

Finally, the third factor that determines the usefulness of brewer's yeast for hair, nails and skin is its microelement composition. The tissues of such fungi are rich in iron, sodium, potassium, calcium, zinc, manganese, copper, etc. An important feature of yeast cultures is also their high concentration of chromium, which is found in trace amounts in other living organisms. Chromium is necessary for the proper metabolism of fats and carbohydrates, is one of the components of pancreatic enzymes, and is involved in the regulation of cell growth and the functioning of the immune system.

Food products containing brewer's yeast

All yeast products that are sold as effective beauty products and supplements from pharmacies are based on the same brewer's yeast culture. Their main differences lie in the presence of various additional connections. And it is these compounds that determine the indications for the use of a particular product:

• Yeast with added iodine.

The main indication for taking these products is iodine deficiency in water and food. The deficiency of this element quickly manifests itself as a deterioration in the condition of the skin, as well as hair and nails, as its appendages. Even with minor and no clinical manifestations of iodine deficiency, hair quickly loses its shine and volume, becomes dull and brittle. Their growth gradually slows down, eventually stopping almost completely. Hair loss increases. Moreover, these disorders affect not only the long hair on the head, but also the bristly hair that makes up the eyebrows and eyelashes, as well as the vellus hair that grows throughout the body. The skin reacts to iodine deficiency with increased dryness. The skin becomes pale, loses firmness and elasticity, microtraumas may appear on it, which leads to the development of infectious complications. Iodine deficiency also has a negative effect on the nail plates. The nails on both the feet and hands become thinner, become more brittle, and begin to peel. And in regions where the amount of iodine in water is reduced (for example, in the mountains), the use of such yeast products works as a prevention of serious pathologies of the thyroid gland.

• Yeast with added zinc.

Zinc has the ability to regulate the functions of the skin glands that produce sebaceous secretions. This means that these products are especially useful for oily skin types. In addition, zinc has an anti-inflammatory and disinfectant effect, effectively fighting dermatitis and skin infections.

• Yeast with added sulfur.

Here, sulfur is not only contained in yeast biotin, but is also present as an independent additive. Among other things, sulfur is a component on which the tertiary structure of many proteins depends, and it is also part of amino acids such as cysteine ​​and methionine. Those who have problems with the health and appearance of their nails should pay special attention to yeast with sulfur additives.

• Yeast with added iron.

Despite the fact that yeast cultures themselves have a high concentration of this element, you can often find products additionally fortified with iron. Their main area of ​​application is the prevention and complex treatment of iron deficiency anemia. Even hidden iron deficiency negatively affects the condition of the skin - it thins, dries out, becomes extremely sensitive and irritable. Hair loss increases, brittleness and layering of the nail plates appears.

• Yeast with added calcium, magnesium and/or succinic acid.

These products are used primarily for medicinal rather than cosmetic purposes. Such supplements improve the functioning of the heart muscle, ensure the strength of skeletal bones, increase the elasticity of muscles and are useful during increased physical activity, as they reduce the severity of pain during “strep fever.”

Brewer's yeast products for external use

These are, first of all, a wide variety of masks. Judging by numerous reviews, brewer's yeast for the beauty of skin, hair and nails is most effective in combination with vegetable oils, liquid heated honey and low-fat kefir. Such masks can be applied both to problem areas of the skin and to the roots of the hair. In addition, various cosmetic products with the addition of beer yeast are also popular due to their high efficiency: shampoos, lotions, facial washes. The beneficial effects of yeast in their composition are usually supplemented with other components, such as sulfur, vitamin complexes and microelements. The result is a product that maximizes the improvement of the appearance of skin, hair and nails.

Brewer's yeast mask recipes

“Universal” – to eliminate acne

You need to mix 2 small spoons of brewer's yeast with one large spoon of yogurt ( low-fat! ), 2 small spoons of olive oil and one teaspoon each of lemon, carrot and orange juice.

Mix everything thoroughly until smooth.

Now you should cleanse your face and apply the prepared mask for 10-20 minutes.

This mask is considered universal, that is, it is ideal for any skin type. It will eliminate signs of fatigue, get rid of acne, and fill the skin with nutrients and vitamins.

The only contraindication is individual intolerance to any component.

“Milk-yeast” – for porous or oily skin

To prepare it, you need to dilute 2 large spoons of yeast in warm milk.

Stir everything thoroughly until a thick, homogeneous mass is formed.

Without allowing it to cool, apply the mask to your face for 15 minutes. You only need to wash it off with warm water.

A positive effect can be seen with regular use (1-2 times a week). It heals the skin, regulates the functioning of the sebaceous glands, improves its appearance, and reduces the risk of acne.

Mask for treating acne on dry skin

People with dry skin should dilute a tablespoon of yeast in 10 ml of water and mix everything thoroughly.

Next you need to add the yolk and 2 small spoons of wheat oil. Leave the mask on your face for 20 minutes.

As a result of this cosmetic procedure, your complexion will improve, and your skin will become elastic and firm.

Mask for problem skin

For people with problem skin, it is recommended to prepare the following mask: dilute a tablespoon of yeast in water and add a spoonful of ground grape seeds.

Mix the mixture thoroughly and apply to the face for 5 minutes, during which you need to massage the face. The mask is washed off with warm water.

Thanks to the prepared cosmetic product, you will remove sebum from your face, improve blood circulation, and reduce pores.

Daily masks for acne treatment and prevention

You need to mix 20 grams of flax seeds, dry chamomile, 70 grams of brewer's yeast with half a glass of warm, low-fat milk daily. Mix everything and drink. The course of such treatment is 2 months. After you see improvements, you need to take a short break.

Reviews

Summarizing reviews on the Internet about the use of brewer's yeast, we can conclude that they either help, or people do not feel any effect at all. There are no negative reviews .

Some girls argue that taking brewer's yeast should be combined with a strict diet in order to feel the effect faster. Within a couple of months, such people completely forget about their problems.

But one girl wrote that brewer’s yeast was prescribed to her by a dermatologist, whom she still doesn’t know how to thank, since he helped not only get rid of terrible acne, but also lose 10 kilograms. But the lucky woman says that she still drinks a course of such yeast once every two months.