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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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February 22, 2008
Cons:
I've been on my period for two weeks or more each both months and cramps throughout each period. Fatigue. Pretty irritating.
i've only been on for two months the Lo kind for two months now so i'm not sure what it's going to do later on. It was sorda cheap. I got it from planned parenthood. Acne on my forehead seemed to have gotten worse. Best of luck to you.
January 24, 2008
Product used: YAZ (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
no new break outs since i started
Cons:
i have problems with hormones-makes me extremely moody
I am 28. I did a round of Accutane about 6 years ago. My results were amazing. I went zit free up until I started nursing school 1 1/2yrs ago. My dermatalogist decided my breakouts were stress related. About 3 mon ago I visited her again. My cystic acne was back along my jawline and chin and it was leaving awful scars. I have a Mirena IUD for contraception. She decided my breakouts were related to it or polycystic ovarian syndrome. She reccommended that I have it out and begin oral contraceptives. I visited with my gyno and he said i could do both. I decided to share so that i could bring attention to polycystic ovarian syndrome and IUD use and the relation to acne.
January 22, 2008
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
my acne decreased in a month or so
Cons:
i have been moody for the past few weeks, but i don't know if it's because of yasmin
I only took this for my pimples, which have almost disappeared. Apparently it has something to do with hormones, so i don't break out or produce that bacteria anymore. However, I'm not sexually active so I don't know how well it works as a birth control.
January 18, 2008
Pros:
I have always had to deal with constant acne my whole life thus far (23 now). I went on OTC regular and the first few months did not notice much of a difference and it maybe seemed to get worse. But by the end of month two I am completely clear.
Cons:
None really. Might make you worse for the first month and a half, but trust me....its sooo amazing after that first period. I didn't believe people at first about it working b/c I was impatient, but stuck through it b/c my acne was so bad.
My skin is completely clear now. I had BAD acne before. Definitely hormonal though. It would lessen and then get bad again right around my period. It is soo amazing to wake up and not have to conceal barely anything on my face b/c of my new clear skin! I love it! I would recommend this to anyone who perhaps used to get regular and cystic acne everyday. It really really works! Just stick through the first two months and you should definitely start to see your skin clear up. It is soo nice to not have to wake up to a new pimple or two everyday. NOTE: I am only supporting OTC regular. I have tried Lo in the past and it had neither postive or negative results. And do not try the generic either...I hear it is not the same as the OTC regular.
December 31, 2007
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
No cramps
Regular meanstrual cycle
Cons:
Made my acne worse
Bloating
Moodswings
I had used Yasmin 2 years ago.
I asked my doctor to prescribe something that's going to prevent pregnancy and help my skin get clear.
It gave me very painful cystic acne on my face and shoulders (which is a place I never had acne before) after two months of using it I stopped.
My friend used it at the same time I did and she had the same problem.
The cystic acne took a long time to heal as well...overall, I wasn't happy with it at all...
November 27, 2007
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
been on it for a month and went from having painful nodular hormonal acne on the lower part of my face(about 20 pimples)and now have 3 tiny little zits that are ready to dissapear. red marks are slowly but surely fading = ] I've lost weight too!
Cons:
Nothing really. Clear skin is worth a few side effects. But so far I haven't experienced any. I've looked better than I have in a really long time
I haven't looked this good in a long time!I've been getting compliments constantly and I feel so much more confident.I want to add spiro with Yaz to raise my chances of keeping my face clear for long-term. I'm 18 but my face looks like how I did when I was 14. Amazinggg. I hope it stays this way. I've slimmed down and feel sooo good! Everyone has to find what works for them. Also,take an aspirin and put it under hot water,let it sit for a minute and then take it and spread it over your face-brings down inflammation and totally decreased the size of my pimples. My problem is totally hormonal so I'm taking action & I love it! I hope it continues to improve. I would totally recommend Yaz to anyone who is dealing with hormonal acne and Spiro to increase the results!
November 19, 2007
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
Cleared up my skin 90%. Prevents pregnancy.
Cons:
Takes a few months to work
this DOES work. but you will only see results within 5-6 months. it's totally worth the wait. My acne is 'almost' non-existant. but i'm still on the search for something to get rid of the almost part. I mean my back still has acne. I would love a clear back. I bought Tanda Clear to help me but thats so expensive and time consuming. I dont know if it improves anything though. My back is better but i dont know if its the Tanda or just a clear period i get once in a while. If you have the money buy Tanda. worth the try.
November 6, 2007
Pros:
Prevented Pregnancy
Cons:
Did not help acne
Had to stop because I was constantly crying the week of my period. Got depressed.
Would not reccommend
October 30, 2007
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
Within two months has cleared up my skin, but am seeking dermatological help as well.
Cons:
I think weight gain and I cry at the drop of a hat. Having some focusing issues. Don't know if this is Yasmine.
I'm going to use it for one more month until I see the Dermatologist again. My face is definetly clearer but my boyfriend and friends cannot take my mood swings...I'm tired of crying all the time! Will see if I continue or switch to something else.
October 28, 2007
Pros:
not pregnant. Generic brand is affordable.
Cons:
I am constantly breaking out! Decerased sex drive.
I started this pill beacuse I heard it's supposed to clear up your face. Didn't work! It made my face worse and oily.
I have to sex drive and it's becomin a problem with my husband.
Pros:
no pregnancy