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Hormonal Therapy
Efficacy
63%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
Note: Improvement significantly increases after 24 weeks.
Hormonal Therapy
Acne.org’s Real World Take
Any brand of oral contraceptive appears to clear the skin about the same amount, regardless of whether it is officially approved for acne treatment. Some people report complete clearing of acne symptoms and others see partial relief. However, artificially controlling your hormones is a serious decision, so it’s best to proceed with caution.
Hormonal Therapy
How to Get It
Have a dermatologist? Make an appointment to get this medication. Don't have a dermatologist? See The American Academy of Dermatology Physician Database to find one.
Used Oral Contraceptives? Rate It:
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April 26, 2008
Product used: YAZ (Oral Contraceptive)
Cons:
I was put on Yaz to clear my acne, I've stuck with it for a year and it constantly fluctuates from decently clear to horrible breakout.
Give it a shot, I didnt experience any negative side effects, and it didnt necesariliy make me break out worse, it just didnt make my skin any clearer, consistently.
April 26, 2008
Pros:
Not worrying about getting pregnant.
MUCH less acne.
Less depression, less moody.
Cons:
Coming off of it made me an emotional wreck. It took me a month to get mood-steady.
ACNE!!!
I need to get back on this.
April 17, 2008
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
no more heavy periods, lesser cramps
Cons:
dizziness a few minutes after taking it
been using it for 1 1/2 month. still got pimples.. ive lost weight..but after taking it i felt dizzy
April 14, 2008
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
None
Cons:
Emotionally Unbalanced, Severe Migraines, Blurred Vision,Spotting, Discharge, skin tags,acne
Please seriously research this pill before taking it. I wish I had.
I orginially took Dianne 35 (Dianette) to control my acne after 10 years of being on it I started to develop migraines so decided to swith to "the rols royce of contraceptives" - Yasmin. Honestly, have NEVER experienced anything like it,I've been taking Yasmin for the past three months and in that period have had awful splitting migraines that seem to last throughout my cycle. I've also been an emotional wreck - crying for no reason, snapping at people, feeling very low in myself etc... Thanks to all those who posted their comments, your posts have helped me make the decision to stop taking this pill immediately.
April 14, 2008
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
works well to regulate female system
no side effects
cool packaging
Cons:
doesn't have any effect on my acne
I gave this a 3 because it is wonderful as a birth control. I've tried Ortho Tri Cyclin, Ovcon, and Femcon. This is the best. I never get cramps or have spotting like I did before and my period is shorter and lighter than before. Also, no weight gain. On acne however, this product has not helped me at all. It hasn't made things worse or better. It seems to have no effect on acne at all. I would give it a 0 as an acne treatment. As birth control its great, but no birth control has ever helped my mild to moderate hormonal acne and I have been taking birth control on a continual basis for 8 years to regulate my cycle. Would highly recommend it as a birth control product but not at all as an acne treatment.
April 3, 2008
Pros:
Cleared up acne, lighter/shorter periods, less cramping, increased bust size
Cons:
Gaining weight, moody, decreased sex drive
I've been on the pill for about 9 months now. It has really helped clear up my acne when nothing had worked before, and believe me, I have tried it all. I still get a tiny break out around that time of the month but other than that my complexion looks a million times better. The downside, however, is I've gained about 10 lbs all in my stomach and thighs which isn't terribly noticeable to anybody except me, but nevertheless it annoys me. I also noticed I've been more moody but that could just be added stress of school. Bottom line: I would recommend this product, you need to give it about 4 months though until you really start to notice a difference. It's a long time to wait, but it's worth it.
March 30, 2008
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
None as of yet as im not using it for birth control
Cons:
Extreme acne break out, nausea, depression, mood swings, crying at the smallest things
I would'nt try this yasmin again, although im going to stick to it for the packets we have in the cuboard cost a fortune! About $50.00 a month.
I was on estelle for about 12 months and it was WONDERFUL! Ask your doctor if estelle would be ok for you then try it before yasmin. Its much cheaper to. A dollar a month.
March 28, 2008
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
Free from babies, Improved acne
Cons:
Breast tenderness, fatigue, mood swings, frequent upset stomach
Have been using Yasmin for approx 5 weeks, seems to be improving my acne although I did suffer a breakout on one side of my face in the first couple of weeks of taking it, period a little less painful and lighter, no problem in remembering to take it
March 25, 2008
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
I took Yaz birth control pills and Oh My Gosh! My skin is clear! This is only after taking it 10 days. My acne was moderate but still looked bad but, after taking yaz, I have soft, clear skin!!!!YEAH
Cons:
I seem to have low energy and be tired alot lately but so what, I have clear skin.
Yaz is prescribe for women to help with PMDD. I had severe PMS but I think my PMS was worst because my skin will have pus-filled pimples at that time of the month and I will have low self esteem. I can't believe how happy I am with clear skin, my makeup looks better, I feel better, LIFE is GREAT. Thanks Yaz
March 14, 2008
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
Skin has cleared up almost completly, also has a very smooth and soft texture. It is an effective form of birth control. No periods!( I cycle the pills)
Cons:
A little bit of weight gain, and some moodiness and depression. The skin on my face feels a little bit dry sometimes and needs extra lotion. You have to remember to take them everyday.
I love it. It is amazing to finally be able to touch the skin on my face and it feels smooth. There were small bumps all over my face as well as larger ones here and there and they never went away no matter what I did. Since starting on Yaz my skin has gradually cleared up and I feel like a different person. It's great.
Pros:
I used to be an emotional WRECK before my periods, crying the entire week. (I also have depression so this was just intensified during the one week). So Yaz helped TREMENDOUSLY with the emotions & NO cramps!