Does Msm help with skin & hair?
Yes, for most people. 90% of 20 people who reported on Msm for skin & hair say it improved. 10% noticed no change and 0% say it got worse. That is about the typical result for skin & hair (90% across 19 options).
Skin & hair: what users report
90%better20 reports · medium confidence
18 better2 no change0 worse
Ranked #18 of 19 for skin & hair.
What people say about Msm and skin & hair
“It's so good for my skin, nails and hair, but the side effects terrified me.”
“I take it everyday for joint pain. If I miss it for a couple of days I notice the pain starting to return. For me it works great.”
“I've noticed improved sleep and liver function, increased hair growth, more mental and physical energy, and better skin quality.”
“MSM: I initially took it for possible skin improvement. It was 3 months in when I realised I stopped needing my allergy pills, and even cut back on my inhaler.”
What the research says
AResearch: Strong506 meta-analyses · 423 trials on PubMed
None of the top reviews we found look specifically at skin & hair. See all research on Msm.
Side effects people mention
vivid dreams 2methylation shift 1digestion issues 1insomnia 1anxiety 1
What else is Msm used for?
Information only — not medical advice. How we count