I think everyone is different but Ive been taking birth control since 17 years of age and I am now into my 30s. The second week without bc, my face broke out. BAD. These pimples pop up to no avail. They hurt and no matter what skincare regimen I take on, they are there. It is damaging my self esteem, what little I had anyway. Not to scare you, but man, this is bad. I never had acne before. Good luck!