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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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June 12, 2008
Product used: YAZ (Oral Contraceptive)
Cons:
Made me break out really bad on my face. I never had bad acne until starting Yaz.
I've only been on Yaz for a month now and so far the only side effect I've experienced is the ititial acne and the continuous spotting between periods. I was told to give it a month or two so my body gets used to it. I will wait it out. I hope it evens out soon.
June 11, 2008
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
no mood swings or feelings of depression
Cons:
causes severe acne
I went on yasmin to make my skin better but it has made it so bad causing acne and small cysts on my face. I have been on antibiotics to try and counteract these terrible side effects and clear up my skin but even these have not helped. I had a suspiscion that it was Yasmin that was causing this but it is not until I have done research into forums such as this and an acquaintance who claimed that Yasmin also caused her to break out in spots that my suspiscions have been confirmed. I have been on this pill for 3 months and my symptoms have only got progressively worse so I will be taking myself off it immediately. Yasmin need to review the leadflet that they include with the contraception as it states 'that in rare cases it will cause acne' I disagree as there are many many cases of this happening. Be warned!
May 27, 2008
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
So far-only have to take it on a day, not pregnant
Cons:
acne breakouts, dilated pores, weight gain, very emotional
I have only started my second pack, and I know all these posts keep saying that things have to get worse before they get better, but its difficult dealing with this on a daily basis. I think the reason I am more emotional is because of my skin, it really does impact your life, whether you think so or not. Im going to keep on it, and hopefully my skin will clear up. Diane-35 worked wonders on me, i just cannot remember how long it took for the skin to clear. If I dont see any improvement over the next month, back on Diane it is.
May 8, 2008
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
bigger boobs
Cons:
headache, naseau and skin seems to have got worse more then better
going off of it just not worth it to me
May 6, 2008
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
Not pregnant
Cons:
bad headaches at first
face has gotten worse
really moody
I guess I am a little disappointed. I heard so many great things about yasmin. But the first month I had terrible headaches and was extremely moody. I also was really looking forward to having really clear skin. It has gotten worse. I have only used it three months so I am willing to try it for a little longer. Not sure pill I might try next. I just really need something that will help keep my skin clear. Any suggestions?????
April 23, 2008
Pros:
i'm not pregnant
Cons:
emotional, mood swings, and developed acne
I have never had acne in my life, in the past month i have developed postules, cysts, bumps. I am very emotional from one extreme to another, i feel like a completly different person and not in a good way
April 21, 2008
Cons:
sore breast, mood swings, depression, acne, upset stomach, reduced sex drive, body pains, weight gain!!!
this pill completely changed me and i wouldnt recommend taking it.
April 19, 2008
Product used: Yasmin (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
clearer skin, far better periods, less risk of pregnancy, weight loss
Cons:
a bit of nausea the first few days
i used to have periods so awful that i would miss a few days of school and work each month. now i feel great, look better, and am happier.
April 18, 2008
Product used: YAZ (Oral Contraceptive)
Pros:
My initial breakout with Yaz was horrible, BUT stick with it,after 2-3 months my skin has been so much better than it has been in over 10 years. I am so thankful for this B/C it is the only B/C that I have ever liked, and doesn't make me feel crazy!
Cons:
Tired, headaches, break-through bleeding
Love it, worth every penny!
April 7, 2008
Pros:
shorter, lighter periods, less cramps, clearer skin.
Cons:
I experienced no side effects what so ever.
The pill took about 3 months to kick in fully. My skin started to clear up a bit in the first month and got better and better over the course of three months.
I also did other things to help my skin and the products that I used were very simple and non-irritating. I had never had acne until 3 years ago (I'm 23) and experience no acne in my teenage years. I tried all the products out there including proactiv. But since my skin was not really oily at least on the surface, the typical acne products dried my skin and irritated it so much that breakouts worsened.
The routine that I stick to and stand by has helped me skin ALOT.
Cetaphil cleanser, Neutrogina One Less Stress gel, Clinique Dramatically Different moisturizing gel. Mario Bodescu drying lotion, applied with q-tips and St. Ives Appricot scrub used once to twice a week. Mario Bodescu Flower and Tonic mask used two times a week. My face is transformed. Within three months, I have the skin that I had three years ago
Pros:
Tamed my mood swings