What is MSM (Organic Sulfur), and How Does It Benefit the Skin?


Bruise Remedy

Introducing Bruise Remedy, a unique topical gel that dramatically helps improve skin discoloration due to bruising and spider veins on the foot and ankle. A must-have for the medicine cabinet, use immediately after a bump or fall – even before a bruise appears.

Bruises are the result of blood from damaged cells collecting near the skin’s surface that can take weeks to disappear. PROcure’s new Bruise Remedy Gel, containing Arnica and MSM, dramatically improves the appearance of bruises in a fraction of the time! Rub a little in and encourage your body’s natural healing power.

For many people, an all-natural skincare routine is essential. Topical methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) compounds offer an ideal way to maintain healthy skin without using synthetic ingredients, which is especially important when you want to avoid using harsh chemical medications on skin that is sensitive or tender. But if you’re like most people, you might not be sure what exactly MSM is and what it can do for you. Use this quick guide to learn about MSM and its ample benefits before trying it.

What Is MSM?

MSM is a naturally occurring chemical compound made up of carbon, hydrogen, sulfur and oxygen atoms, which together make up part of a class of chemicals known as organosulfurs. MSM is naturally produced in the human body, but it can also be created in labs for use in supplements, often in combination with glucosamine and chondroitin. MSM plays a role in treating dozens of health issues, including:

  • Joint pain
  • Inflammation
  • Skin damage

What Is MSM Used For?

Some benefits of MSM include reduced joint inflammation, boosted collagen production and improved flexibility. Many people who take MSM orally do so to alleviate the discomfort caused by joint inflammation related to conditions like arthritis and osteoporosis. It may also help improve digestive problems by repairing and rebuilding the lining of the digestive tract and reducing the body’s allergic reaction to foods.

Forms of MSM

You can use MSM as an oral supplement or topically. Additionally, several different forms are available for each method of use.

  • Capsules: For individuals who take 2 to 8 grams of MSM daily, capsules are the most common form.
  • MSM Crystals: For those taking large doses of MSM, they can do so via organic sulfur crystals, MSM powders or coarse flakes.
  • MSM Cream or Gel: MSM is readily absorbed by the skin as a cream, gel or blended formula. For example, PROcure’s Bruise Remedy Gel includes MSM and Arnica.

Skin Benefits

Found in several different natural sources including the human body, MSM is safe in both oral and topical forms. If you aren’t already using MSM for your skin, it may be time to start. Skin benefits include:

1. Increased Collagen Production

MSM plays a major part in the body’s ability to produce collagen. As an essential ingredient in tissue to hold the human body together, collagen provides structural support and impacts the flexibility and resilience of skin. The human body produces collagen naturally, but this production tends to decline in adulthood, starting in the 20s and 30s. That’s why skin naturally starts to sag and wrinkle the older we get. But with a collagen boost from regular MSM use, you could very well retain your youthful resilience.

Because MSM helps reinvigorate collagen production after it starts to decline, it’s an excellent ingredient to include in any skincare routine to fight the signs of aging right at the source. Using MSM from a young age may even help reduce future signs of aging before they start.

2. Anti-Inflammatory Properties

As a suitable treatment for a variety of skin conditions that cause reddened, swollen skin, MSM can be applied to the skin to reduce puffiness, discoloration and swelling. Most acne treatments address clogged pores with harsh chemicals, but MSM offers a gentler way to treat inflammation associated with acne.

3. Acne Repair

Besides reducing the signs of aging, collagen is helpful in the treatment of acne. Increased collagen in the skin helps repair acne-damaged skin tissue that could result in facial scarring.

4. Skin Smoothing

When used in conjunction with proper cleansing, gentle exfoliation and regular moisturizing, topical MSM can have a dramatic, positive effect on the smoothness of the skin. Smoother, tighter skin with less puffiness and fewer wrinkles make skin appear younger without the need for potentially dangerous, invasive treatments.

Whether you’re fighting wrinkles or acne or you simply want to take excellent care of your skin, you can reap the benefits of MSM’s ability to reduce swelling and roughness while stimulating collagen-driven skin repair. Infused with MSM, PROcure’s Bruise Remedy Gel offers a gentle topical solution that massages easily into your face (avoid the eye area), neck and chest after cleansing and moisturizing.