Description: The second most popular herb for hormonal acne treatment used for excess androgens (testosterone hormones). Saw Palmetto is a member of the palm family and is used to decrease inflammation. 

 

Saw palmetto has also been found to decrease the uptake of testosterone in the body and may also impair the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone. These effects are likely attributed to natural anti-androgenic effects, which block the actions of testosterone in the body. This, in turn, may help prevent hirsutism or excessive hairiness in women with PCOS. It also helps thinning hair grow back and reduces acne breakouts.

 

While Saw Palmetto is primarily marketed towards men, it can be used by females as well! 

For example, Saw Palmetto can be used as a natural replacement for Spironolactone when prescribed for acne because it is a natural androgen reducer.

Learn more about natural treatment for hormonal acne HERE

Form: Capsule

 

Size: 90 veg caps per bottle

 

Concerns: 

• Hormonal acne triggers
• Excess androgens/testosterone
• Irregular periods
• Missed periods

 

Benefits:

• Helps prevent new breakouts
• Helps to balance male hormones
• Helps to balance female hormones 
• Helps to regulate menstrual cycles
• Decreases the uptake of testosterone
• Inhibits the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone

 

Indicators for males: 

• Jaw 
• Chin
• Neck 
• Body

 

Skin Type + Condition 

• All skin types

 

Key Ingredients:

• Saw Palmetto (Serenoa repens) (750mg): been shown to inhibit the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone.  Provides anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic properties.  Also acts as a stimulant, tonic astringent, and tonifies the reproductive Qi, regulates hormones for men and women, nourishes the reproductive organs, and tonifies digestive tract
  • Family: Arecaceae /Palmaceae
  • Part(s) used: Fruit
  • Constituents: essential oil 1%, sterols (B-sitosterol), polysaccharides (arabinose, galactose, uronic acid), alkaloid, fatty acids 25% (caproic, laurie, palmitic acid, neutral lipids 75%), resins, tannins 

 

Suggested Use: Take 2 capsules per day with food

 

To improve hormonal acne or other hormonal issues we recommend 700-800 mg of Saw Palmetto for at least 3-6 months.

 

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Contraindications: Do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding

Full Ingredients: Saw Palmetto (Serenoa repens)

 

This natural, vegan Saw Palmetto formula only contains Saw Palmetto, ~750mg

Complimentary Products: Multivitamin for Acne Prone Skin, SkinOmega-3, and Clear Skin Probiotic-10

 

FAQ’s: 

1. Is Saw Palmetto safe to take long term? Saw Palmetto is intended to be used as a short-term herb.  Maintenance clients are recommended to take 1 bottle (2 caps per day with food) every 6 months to maintain balance. 
   1. Can clients take this long term if they want to?  It is recommended to take a break for at least 1 month of the calendar year
2. Can Saw Palmetto be taken with other Clove Hill Supplements? Yes, Saw Palmetto can be taken with other Clove Hill Supplements. 
3. Can Saw Palmetto be taken with medications?  Saw Palemtto should NOT be used when taking blood thinners, including a daily dose of Aspirin.  Taking Aspirin daily is a common regimen to help prevent heart issues.
4. Is Saw Palmetto safe to take during pregnancy? Do not use it during pregnancy or breastfeeding.  
5. Can I take Saw Palmetto while on Birth Control? Generally, Saw Palmetto is not recommended to take while on birth control or IUD; unless a client has the Paraguard IUD. Paraguard is hormone-free but can still be acne triggering.  In this case, Saw Palmetto can be used in conjunction with Paraguard.
6. How long does it take to see the magic of Saw Palmetto? Most people can start feeling the effects of Saw Palmetto within 1-3 months; although it is different for everyone.  Some experience more subtle changes over time and some experience a bigger shift sooner than later.
7. Is there an age range for older males that would not be recommended?  No, in fact it can help older men with issues such as urinary, prostate, erectile and libido.  
8. Can teenagers take Saw Palmetto?  We do not recommend anyone under the age of 18 take Saw Palmetto.  If teenagers decide to take Saw Palmetto, we need their parents permission before the client begins the regimen.  

 

 Resources:

• Herbal Vade Mecum
• The Energetics of Western Herbs
• Colorado School of Clinical Herbalism Action Notes