Born From Frustration
decades of failed treatments. Countless dermatologist visits. Then a random forum post changed everything.
"Has anyone here had success with Vitamin B5 for stubborn acne?"
— The forum post that started it all
The Decades-Long Battle
My wife has dealt with severe acne covering about 50% of her face ever since our first child was born. That was over a decade ago.
We tried everything. Different dermatologists. Prescription medications. Topical treatments. Expensive skincare routines. Dietary changes. Allergy tests. Long-term allergy panels. You name it, we probably tried it.
Nothing really worked long-term.
The Random Discovery
One night I was scrolling through a health forum and came across someone sharing before/after photos. Similar situation to ours. Decades of struggle. Nothing worked.
They claimed Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) finally cleared their skin.
I was cautiously optimistic but also deeply skeptical. After so many failed attempts, you learn not to get your hopes up.
The Research Rabbit Hole
But this time I did something different. Instead of just buying the first B5 supplement I found, I started researching. Really researching.
What dose was actually used in clinical studies? What form of B5 was most effective? Were there any safety concerns at higher doses?
The answers weren't easy to find. I had to dig through PubMed studies, cross-reference doses, and piece together information from dozens of sources.
The Realization
That's when it hit me: why is this so hard?
The supplement industry is worth over $50 billion. Millions of people buy these products every day. Yet almost nobody has an easy way to verify if what they're buying actually works.
Marketing claims run wild. "Proprietary blends" hide underdosing. And reading clinical studies requires expertise most people don't have time to develop.
Why We Built SuppMan
SuppMan exists because everyone deserves access to the truth about their supplements.
We do the research so you don't have to. Scan a label, and within seconds you'll know if the doses match what clinical studies actually found effective. No marketing fluff. No sponsored results. Just science.
We can't promise every supplement will work for you — individual responses vary wildly. But we can promise you'll finally know what you're actually getting.
What We Believe
The principles that guide everything we do
Science Over Marketing
We rely on peer-reviewed research, not manufacturer claims. If a study says it works at 500mg, and your product has 50mg, you deserve to know.
Transparency Is Non-Negotiable
Our methodology is public. Our sources are cited. We explain exactly how we arrive at every score. No black boxes.
Independence Matters
We don't accept payment for better scores. We have no financial relationships with supplement manufacturers. Period.
A Note on What We're Not
SuppMan is for educational purposes only. We're not doctors. We don't provide medical advice.
Our analysis is based on general research, not your individual health needs. Individual responses to supplements vary wildly based on genetics, health status, existing medications, and dozens of other factors.
Always consult healthcare providers before starting, stopping, or changing supplements.
Let's Talk
Have questions? Found a study we missed? Just want to share your own supplement journey? We'd love to hear from you.
Built with frustration, caffeine, and a whole lot of PubMed searches.