Experts warn against viral 'skin-healing' supplement that can turn your face BLUE - after woman died from using too much

But doctors say there is no proof of benefits - and it can even be harmful Experts have issued a vital warning against a popular 'skin-healing' supplement that can lead to seizures, kidney damage and even turn your skin blue. One of the most high-profile advocates is Oscar-winning actor Helen Mirren, who recently revealed she keeps a $16 colloidal silver healing ointment in her makeup bag in case of skin emergencies. 'There have been serious adverse effects such as seizures, psychosis, neuropathy, and even deaths reported from colloidal silver use,' said Medical toxicologist Dr Maryann Amirshahi. Helen Mirren recently revealed in a Harper's Bazaar UK video that she keeps a $16 colloidal silver healing ointment in her makeup bag, which she recommended to viewers The warnings follow the death of 45 year-old Amy Carlson of Colorado, who tragically lost her life in 2021 after drinking liquid colloidal silver. Another famous example of colloidal silver ingestion is Paul Karason, from California, who became known as the 'Papa Smurf' for his characteristic blue skin tone.