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Week by week

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The Zilch Journal

Skin, explained

Week by week: the changes to expect with your skin on Zilch Acne Formula

Most people give up on a new routine inside the first fortnight. Here is the timeline our customers report, including the part nobody warns you about.

Real Zilch customer, before and after, unedited

Topicals work on the surface. The breakouts that sit deep under the skin are starting from the inside-out, which is why Zilch Acne Formula was designed to work from within. It is a patented blend of 17 Chinese herbs, and it was originally developed for in-clinic acne patients.

Working from within doesn’t follow the same timeline as a pimple patch, but you’ll be surprised how quickly you can expect results. Below is what our customers report, week by week, so you know what to look for.

Everyone's skin is different, so read this as the typical journey our customers report.

  1. Week 1

    The herbs are getting to work

    Nothing dramatic happens in the first days but rest assured, the herbal ingredients are doing their thing: working to reduce inflammation, support toxin elimination, move stagnation, and support skin healing.

  2. Weeks 2 to 3

    Calmer, less red and sore

    Existing inflammation and redness are calmer and flatter. Fewer new blemishes, and breakouts that are less deep and painful. Stubborn, deep spots are finally shifting.

  3. Weeks 4 to 6

    Fewer blemishes, more even skin

    More significant improvements, fewer blemishes (if at all!) and a more even complexion.

  4. Weeks 6 to 8

    New breakouts become rare

    New breakouts are rare and existing spots are milder, and resolve more quickly. Skin is no longer ‘acne-prone’.

  5. Beyond

    Lasting results.

    Zilch is a short term commitment for lasting changes. Most customers take it for around 3 months, then decide what their skin needs from there.


Is there a purge period?

Customers will wonder whether your skin is supposed to get worse before it gets better. The answer is no. Zilch Acne Formula was not designed to purge the skin; however, a very small percentage of customers note that their skin did break out a little when starting. This should be very mild, and resolve within a week.


Myth: Herbal ingredients are slow to act.

Dried Chinese herbs

The 17 herbs in Acne Formula each have a job. Together they focus on four things. Results can appear within weeks of starting.

  • Calms heatClears heat to alleviate inflammation, swelling and itching.
  • Clears toxinsSupports elimination of toxins that can trigger breakouts.
  • Boosts circulationPromotes circulation to break up blockages behind painful swelling.
  • Supports repairHerbal ingredients support healthy tissue repair.

None of that happens overnight, which is why the timeline above runs to eight weeks.


The part nobody warns you about

Most people stop too early. They take something for ten days, see a small flare, and decide it is not working. The first few weeks is exactly when patience matters most.

That is why your first order is covered by the 60-Day Clearer Skin Guarantee when you start with 2 or more bottles of Acne Formula. Give it the time it needs. If you don't see improvements within 60 days, we'll refund your purchase.

Real customer before and after, unedited
Real customer before and after, unedited
Real customer before and after, unedited
Real customer before and after, unedited
Real customer before and after, unedited
Real customer before and after, unedited
Real customer before and after, unedited
Real customer before and after, unedited
Real customer before and after, unedited
Real customer before and after, unedited
Real customer before and after, unedited
Real customer before and after, unedited

Real customers, unedited pictures. Individual results vary.

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Reviews

Real customers, real skin

4.8 from 2,000+ reviews. Proudly only genuine reviews and unedited pictures from real users.

★★★★★

Amazing results

I must admit I was super skeptical when a friend recommended this to me for my hormonal acne, however the results speak for themselves! So impressed!
Heather W. Verified buyer
★★★★★

Helped even my skin

The price is expensive but it is worth it. I've struggled for years with acne and this has helped! Whilst I still get some small spots it has calmed them down.
Katelynd R. Verified buyer
★★★★★

Really helping!

Since coming off the pill my skin really struggled with persistent, red and inflamed breakouts ... I am still having breakouts but ... these have reduced and the redness and inflammation has got a lot better! Thank you zilch for helping me on this post pill journey.
Hannah W. Verified buyer
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Our 60-Day Clearer Skin Guarantee

We believe in honesty. No product works for everyone. We're confident Zilch Acne Formula is worth trying and we want you to feel confident trying it too. If you don't see improvements within 60 days, we'll refund your purchase.

Available to first-time purchasers of 2 or more bottles of Acne Formula.

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Give your skin eight weeks

Founded by Vivian Tam, 18+ years of Chinese Medicine experience. Backed by the 60-Day Clearer Skin Guarantee.

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Questions

Frequently asked questions

How does the 60-day guarantee work?

If you don't see improvements in your skin within 60 days of taking Zilch Acne Formula as directed, we'll refund your purchase. Available to first-time purchasers of 2 or more bottles of 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.

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.

Will my skin purge at the start?

There shouldn't be a purge. It's uncommon, but if you do purge, it's mild and lasts about a week.

Who is it for?

Zilch Acne Formula may assist with deep under-the-skin, painful acne, hormonal acne, adult acne on the jawline, chin, cheeks and temples and body acne. For ages 14 and up. Do not use if pregnant or likely to become pregnant.

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