subject: Acne Birth Control Pill Treatment [print this page] Usually, the first signs of acne develop during adolescence, when hormone levels begin to rise. As hormone levels surge, the sebaceous glands located at the base of each hair follicle, produce excess oil. This oil, combined with dead skin cells and dirt become trapped within the skin's pores and acne develops. The use of birth control pills in acne treatment in women can be very effective. These pills change the hormone levels in the body and can reduce the acne causing effects of testosterone. To reduce acne/ pimple outbreaks, birth control pills are used with efficacy. For further details, read Some Medication To Treat Your Pimples
One of the side-benefits of acne birth control pill treatment is the improvement of acne in women who already have skin prone to pimples. It is as effective as a contraceptive as if you are taking it for the purpose of control of acne, with one caveat: you need to follow the dosage instructions. That generally means taking one pill per day, skipping none, at around the same time each day.
Acne birth control pill treatment has its own set of problems. Acne solutions may become worse with the use of the birth control pills. You should always keep in mind that using birth control pills for acne control is only a temporary solution. Other undesirable side effects of the pills are nausea, weight gain, water retention and mood swings. It is for these reasons that using birth control pills as acne solution should be considered only after all other treatment options have failed and always with the guidance of your physician.
