Birth Control and Acne

Great first stop. Learn what acne is, what hormones are in birth control, and acne's response to the pill.

Be aware that while some birth control pills improve acne, others make it worse. Specific brand names are listed with links for more details.

Short description of combination therapies that incorporate birth control and traditional acne products.

Canada has named three brands of birth control acne-approved therapies. Learn which ones have been given the green light and how they work.

Some people have been happy with YAZ as a birth control/acne treatment combination. Learn how it works and who it's best for.

Acne sufferers have responded well to Ortho Tri-Cyclen, a birth control method. Learn all about it here.

This page provides an introduction to birth control, acne and combination treatments. Want more? Just follow the links for a more detailed explanation.

While birth control pills may lessen acne, they may also bring unwelcome side effects. Learn what you may be dealing with here.

A self-proclaimed how-to guide on using birth control pills to treat acne.

Designed for teens, this colorful and interesting page explains all about oral birth control. Acne treatment is mentioned as a benefit of the pill.

Read about the causes of acne to help you understand how birth control and acne are connected.

Join in conversations on this blog about learning to deal with adult acne.