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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.
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October 6, 2008
Cons:
weight gain, exterme cravings
Cramps didn't fully go away, acne stayed the same. slight weight gain and increased cravings before period
April 21, 2008
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
helped loads with pmt,no bloating,no cramps,periods very light,skin improved,lost weight and boobs got bigger!!
Cons:
decreased sex drive,headaches in the 7 day free time.
felt it an excellent pill and im over 40 but sill suffer with bad skin...but felt much better on this pill. when i came off it i had more problems though with worse pmt than ever and pregnancy symtoms.
October 25, 2007
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
I have no idea how well it works. I am starting my pack tomorrow.
Cons:
None....yet.
I was on Ortho Tri Cyclen. I gain about 20 pounds. Which is not good since I am only 4'11". I just swith to Yasmin. I am hoping that I don't gain any weight and that I don't get any acne. I have clear skin, I want to keep it that way.
August 14, 2007
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
Does make skin less oily leading to fewer spots and less breakouts. Lighter periods less chance of becoming anemic. Much less water retention...breasts are a cup size bigger lol
Cons:
Can make you a little tired a few days before your period. Occasional headache ( could be from stress though!)
Good contraceptive, no real side effects, no weight gain, much improved skin, ligter periods.
July 19, 2012
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
Skin is less oily, pimples remain the same or just a little less
Cons:
Moody, Tired, fatigue,insomnia,sleepy,migraines,feel lousy all the time, energy level low,low sex drive, vomiting
Ive only been taking this pill for 8 days now so maybe its too early to tell what the outcome will and should be but the side effects are getting the best of me. I went to the gym yesterday vomit like crazy(brought everything I had for lunch) I am really wondering if this is all temporary I plan to finish the pack and see if I fell any better. I tired of sleeping on the job maybe because I take the pills in the morning I was advised to try taking it at nights
November 15, 2011
Pros:
Clears up acne, but it takes awhile for your body to adjust. I've been on this pill before, and then had to go off it, and now I'm back on it. I've been taking it for 6 weeks (the second time). In the past, I took it for 2 straight years. It works great until the second row of pills(0.215mg), which is when I break out like crazy. After 2-3 months of consistent use, it gets better and better but that row of pills always brings up at least one zit.
No pregnancy!
Shorter, VERY regular per
Cons:
Just the second row of pills for the first 2-3 months... Horrible breakouts (way worse than when I'm off the pill). But keep at it, it will pay off eventually.
Also, I get very moody for the first 2-3 months. But this also gets better once the body adjusts.
It's different for everyone, but if you're like me and break out at the beginning, stick with it. It will likely get better. If you're strong enough to handle some extra pimples (and hyperpigmentation for me) for a few weeks, you will see the results... clear skin and avoiding pregnancy!!
October 28, 2011
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
Clearer face initially
Bigger boobs
Lighter period
Cons:
NO sex drive
Anxiety/ emotional side effects
SPIDER VEINS
Cystic acne after stopping pill
I first started taking Yasmin when I was 18 to clear up acne and so I would have lighter periods. Unfortunately this pill has given me nothing but trouble, as soon as I started taking it I started having horrible mood swings, was overly emotional , crying all the time, angry It was like I was PMSing 24/7! I decided to wait it out and stick with it as my doctor said those were some side effects. Long story short I stopped taking it after being on it for about 2 years and I honestly regret ever going on it. My side effects never went away while I was on it and I was miserable.Birth control pills have been known to cause spider veins and now I have small clusters of spider veins ( keep in mind I'm 20 and spider veins do not
run in my family ) and HORRIBLE cystic acne on my jawline and cheeks. The acne started about a month after I went off of yasmin.. Hopefully this review will help someone and I don't think Yasmin is bad it just didn't work out for me :)
April 11, 2010
Product used: YAZ (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
lost 5 lbs!
helped skin, A LITTLE.
Cons:
had my period for 21 days straight.
makes me depressed feeling.
expensive.
not that great working for acne or controlling your period.
I can't wait to get off this pill.
September 1, 2009
Pros:
none?
Cons:
i feel sick to my stomach
just wear a condom
July 3, 2009
Pros:
Easy to take. Clears my skin entirely. Cheap.
Cons:
Slight weight gain. Cannot get pregnant with it.
I have used Diane for years and years, and will continue to do so for the couple of more years until I get to old. I wish there wasn't an age limit.
Pros:
it does what its suppose to do and thats birth control haha