9 yrs, 11 mths ago

How to Control Birth Control Caused Skin Problems

I’ve always battled the (usually monthly) smattering of pimples, but after starting Implanon in October I’ve noticed lots of clogged pores on and around my nose, chin, and mouth. I eat fairly heathly, and just in the past couple weeks have cut out soda and candy. By this point, I’m fairly sure that my skin problems are caused by my birth control. In the past, my skin would flare up around that time of month, then calm down and would be good until the next month. Now it’s never clear. I’ve tried masks, apple cider vinegar as toner, sensitive skin moisturizers, exfoliating, spot treatment, those biore face things you stick on that are supposed to unclog your pores… nothing helped. Recently, I started using an all-natural cleanser for oily skin and an all natural moisturizer with vitamin E but I still see no results. Does anyone have any advice for me? I will post some pictures below

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  • 4 yrs, 7 mths ago

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  • 9 yrs, 11 mths ago

    Thanks!
    Also, I’ve been using jojoba oil on my skin for about a week and a half and have seen some improvement. My skin tone is a bit more even and I think there’s less redness and not as many small irritating pimples in the morning.

    Hi Danniro glad to here the Jojoba oil is working for you its a great natural moisturizer containing lots of goodies for the skin.

    You may find using either Tea Tree or Lavender essential oils in addition to the Jojoba may also help.

    – Tea Tree Essential oil it has great on acne as it has antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties.

    – Lavender Essential oil has well known antifungal and antiseptic properties and is widely used in treating acne. Redness, swelling and irritation will be dramatically reduced.

    I would try the Lavender first and see how you go. Dilute the essential oil(s) with the Jojoba Oil before application to the skin, between 10-20 drops of essential oil to 50ml of jojoba oil.

    Hope this helps!

    Oo, lavender oil. I heard it was good for the scalp too! Now I have even better reason to buy some. Thanks for the tip!

  • Bronze
    9 yrs, 11 mths ago

    Thanks!
    Also, I’ve been using jojoba oil on my skin for about a week and a half and have seen some improvement. My skin tone is a bit more even and I think there’s less redness and not as many small irritating pimples in the morning.

    Hi Danniro glad to here the Jojoba oil is working for you its a great natural moisturizer containing lots of goodies for the skin.

    You may find using either Tea Tree or Lavender essential oils in addition to the Jojoba may also help.

    • Tea Tree Essential oil it has great on acne as it has antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties.

    • Lavender Essential oil has well known antifungal and antiseptic properties and is widely used in treating acne. Redness, swelling and irritation will be dramatically reduced.

    I would try the Lavender first and see how you go. Dilute the essential oil(s) with the Jojoba Oil before application to the skin, between 10-20 drops of essential oil to 50ml of jojoba oil.

    Hope this helps!

  • 9 yrs, 11 mths ago

    Thanks!
    Also, I’ve been using jojoba oil on my skin for about a week and a half and have seen some improvement. My skin tone is a bit more even and I think there’s less redness and not as many small irritating pimples in the morning.

  • 9 yrs, 11 mths ago

    If you don’t mind me asking Danniro, how old are you?
    I struggled since I was 13 with acne to the point of depression until I finally got to the doctor and asked for the pill. The first one I had was Diane, and that was great for regular periods etc, but my skin didn’t change at all!
    I then started with the generic brand Estelle, and my skin seemed to respond really well with that. I couldn’t believe it. However, I have heard that sometimes (if you’re lucky) acne will sort itself out by the age of 25, which coincidentally was around the time my skin cleared up…so I’m not 100% sure whether it really was the Estelle, or whether it was my age? Who knows… My only downside with Estelle is a low labido. But for everything else it gives me, I’m ok with that.
    I do commend you for Implanon though! I have heard friends having issues with them every now and then. I’m not brave enough for any sort of implant, even nuva rings scare the crap out of me. I’m quite good at taking the pill now. I always have it right beside my bed with a water bottle so it’s the first thing I do before I get out of bed.

    Oh man, I’m only 19. Though I’ll be 20 in a few months. That’s rather discouraging to hear… I swear though I see so many clear-skinned people my age and younger, I feel like it should be attainable for me too!
    Oh yeah, I didn’t really feel much of the actual implant because of the local anesthetic but it felt like the anesthetic needle was a mile long…Nuva ring is a little scary for me too though, just the though of having hormones coming out down there makes me worry about tumors and stuff though I guess that’s only a risk if you’re over 50.
    I just feel like, at risk for sounding dramatic, all of my beauty-related problems are the sort of thing where the methods that worked for everyone else don’t help me 🙁 just thinking of hair and skin really

    Yep, yep, and yep. I was always so scared when I went on holidays with friends when we left school, and they could all get away with no make up and I was just so embarrassed.
    Let me think, over the years I’ve tried…Clearasil, Neutrogena, Clinique, Physohex (sp?), non-acne specific formulas, pharmacy branded things, cleansers & moisturisers for oily skin (which I’m really more combination I’ve discovered) and many more I’m sure. None of it really did anything, and I was too scared to try Proactiv from the horror stories you hear about it ruining and conditioning people’s skin.
    So for me, in a state of young adult depression, the pill, I felt, was my last chance and attempt.
    It took longer than I wanted to see results though, probably 6 months for my skin to change.
    And I know how frustrating it is when people tell you it takes at least 4 months or whatever for your skin to react to a new regime.
    Although my skin is a complete turnaround to what it was, I’m still not always immune to an odd pimple. PMS is totally under control, I now realise my periods were in fact considered heavy when unmedicated (which is so nice, I can’t believe how light they can be), and I love the fact that I can skip it if I’m going on holiday. And hey, it may be that all those acne remedies didn’t work because my acne was hormonal. I have been told before that they may not work if that is the root cause of the acne, rather than “dirty” skin. Acne cleansing systems are designed to clean the skin rather than treat the root cause really. Even though companies like Proactiv claim they “fix” the acne cycle, how does anything topical really control your skin like that without harsh chemicals? No thanks!

    Like other beauties have said, keep trying, don’t give up! I know it’s hard to keep positive about your skin. If you’re finding Implanon isn’t working for you, perhaps go back to your doctor, speak about what else they might recommend for sensitive skin, they might even refer you to a dermatologist?

    I am thinking I should maybe see a dermatologist. Along with my frustrating skin, I have had persistent but on and off dandruff my whole life, and in the past year or so red bumps on various parts of my body which didn’t go away with suggestions from two doctors…

    Ahh, yes. I would recommend if you can then, if you are having more than one skin issue that is persistent perhaps it’s best to see what they think. Good luck!

  • 9 yrs, 11 mths ago

    If you don’t mind me asking Danniro, how old are you?
    I struggled since I was 13 with acne to the point of depression until I finally got to the doctor and asked for the pill. The first one I had was Diane, and that was great for regular periods etc, but my skin didn’t change at all!
    I then started with the generic brand Estelle, and my skin seemed to respond really well with that. I couldn’t believe it. However, I have heard that sometimes (if you’re lucky) acne will sort itself out by the age of 25, which coincidentally was around the time my skin cleared up…so I’m not 100% sure whether it really was the Estelle, or whether it was my age? Who knows… My only downside with Estelle is a low labido. But for everything else it gives me, I’m ok with that.
    I do commend you for Implanon though! I have heard friends having issues with them every now and then. I’m not brave enough for any sort of implant, even nuva rings scare the crap out of me. I’m quite good at taking the pill now. I always have it right beside my bed with a water bottle so it’s the first thing I do before I get out of bed.

    Oh man, I’m only 19. Though I’ll be 20 in a few months. That’s rather discouraging to hear… I swear though I see so many clear-skinned people my age and younger, I feel like it should be attainable for me too!
    Oh yeah, I didn’t really feel much of the actual implant because of the local anesthetic but it felt like the anesthetic needle was a mile long…Nuva ring is a little scary for me too though, just the though of having hormones coming out down there makes me worry about tumors and stuff though I guess that’s only a risk if you’re over 50.
    I just feel like, at risk for sounding dramatic, all of my beauty-related problems are the sort of thing where the methods that worked for everyone else don’t help me 🙁 just thinking of hair and skin really

    Yep, yep, and yep. I was always so scared when I went on holidays with friends when we left school, and they could all get away with no make up and I was just so embarrassed.
    Let me think, over the years I’ve tried…Clearasil, Neutrogena, Clinique, Physohex (sp?), non-acne specific formulas, pharmacy branded things, cleansers & moisturisers for oily skin (which I’m really more combination I’ve discovered) and many more I’m sure. None of it really did anything, and I was too scared to try Proactiv from the horror stories you hear about it ruining and conditioning people’s skin.
    So for me, in a state of young adult depression, the pill, I felt, was my last chance and attempt.
    It took longer than I wanted to see results though, probably 6 months for my skin to change.
    And I know how frustrating it is when people tell you it takes at least 4 months or whatever for your skin to react to a new regime.
    Although my skin is a complete turnaround to what it was, I’m still not always immune to an odd pimple. PMS is totally under control, I now realise my periods were in fact considered heavy when unmedicated (which is so nice, I can’t believe how light they can be), and I love the fact that I can skip it if I’m going on holiday. And hey, it may be that all those acne remedies didn’t work because my acne was hormonal. I have been told before that they may not work if that is the root cause of the acne, rather than “dirty” skin. Acne cleansing systems are designed to clean the skin rather than treat the root cause really. Even though companies like Proactiv claim they “fix” the acne cycle, how does anything topical really control your skin like that without harsh chemicals? No thanks!

    Like other beauties have said, keep trying, don’t give up! I know it’s hard to keep positive about your skin. If you’re finding Implanon isn’t working for you, perhaps go back to your doctor, speak about what else they might recommend for sensitive skin, they might even refer you to a dermatologist?

    I am thinking I should maybe see a dermatologist. Along with my frustrating skin, I have had persistent but on and off dandruff my whole life, and in the past year or so red bumps on various parts of my body which didn’t go away with suggestions from two doctors…

  • 9 yrs, 11 mths ago

    If you don’t mind me asking Danniro, how old are you?
    I struggled since I was 13 with acne to the point of depression until I finally got to the doctor and asked for the pill. The first one I had was Diane, and that was great for regular periods etc, but my skin didn’t change at all!
    I then started with the generic brand Estelle, and my skin seemed to respond really well with that. I couldn’t believe it. However, I have heard that sometimes (if you’re lucky) acne will sort itself out by the age of 25, which coincidentally was around the time my skin cleared up…so I’m not 100% sure whether it really was the Estelle, or whether it was my age? Who knows… My only downside with Estelle is a low labido. But for everything else it gives me, I’m ok with that.
    I do commend you for Implanon though! I have heard friends having issues with them every now and then. I’m not brave enough for any sort of implant, even nuva rings scare the crap out of me. I’m quite good at taking the pill now. I always have it right beside my bed with a water bottle so it’s the first thing I do before I get out of bed.

    Oh man, I’m only 19. Though I’ll be 20 in a few months. That’s rather discouraging to hear… I swear though I see so many clear-skinned people my age and younger, I feel like it should be attainable for me too!
    Oh yeah, I didn’t really feel much of the actual implant because of the local anesthetic but it felt like the anesthetic needle was a mile long…Nuva ring is a little scary for me too though, just the though of having hormones coming out down there makes me worry about tumors and stuff though I guess that’s only a risk if you’re over 50.
    I just feel like, at risk for sounding dramatic, all of my beauty-related problems are the sort of thing where the methods that worked for everyone else don’t help me 🙁 just thinking of hair and skin really

    Yep, yep, and yep. I was always so scared when I went on holidays with friends when we left school, and they could all get away with no make up and I was just so embarrassed.
    Let me think, over the years I’ve tried…Clearasil, Neutrogena, Clinique, Physohex (sp?), non-acne specific formulas, pharmacy branded things, cleansers & moisturisers for oily skin (which I’m really more combination I’ve discovered) and many more I’m sure. None of it really did anything, and I was too scared to try Proactiv from the horror stories you hear about it ruining and conditioning people’s skin.
    So for me, in a state of young adult depression, the pill, I felt, was my last chance and attempt.
    It took longer than I wanted to see results though, probably 6 months for my skin to change.
    And I know how frustrating it is when people tell you it takes at least 4 months or whatever for your skin to react to a new regime.
    Although my skin is a complete turnaround to what it was, I’m still not always immune to an odd pimple. PMS is totally under control, I now realise my periods were in fact considered heavy when unmedicated (which is so nice, I can’t believe how light they can be), and I love the fact that I can skip it if I’m going on holiday. And hey, it may be that all those acne remedies didn’t work because my acne was hormonal. I have been told before that they may not work if that is the root cause of the acne, rather than “dirty” skin. Acne cleansing systems are designed to clean the skin rather than treat the root cause really. Even though companies like Proactiv claim they “fix” the acne cycle, how does anything topical really control your skin like that without harsh chemicals? No thanks!

    Like other beauties have said, keep trying, don’t give up! I know it’s hard to keep positive about your skin. If you’re finding Implanon isn’t working for you, perhaps go back to your doctor, speak about what else they might recommend for sensitive skin, they might even refer you to a dermatologist?

  • 9 yrs, 11 mths ago

    If you don’t mind me asking Danniro, how old are you?
    I struggled since I was 13 with acne to the point of depression until I finally got to the doctor and asked for the pill. The first one I had was Diane, and that was great for regular periods etc, but my skin didn’t change at all!
    I then started with the generic brand Estelle, and my skin seemed to respond really well with that. I couldn’t believe it. However, I have heard that sometimes (if you’re lucky) acne will sort itself out by the age of 25, which coincidentally was around the time my skin cleared up…so I’m not 100% sure whether it really was the Estelle, or whether it was my age? Who knows… My only downside with Estelle is a low labido. But for everything else it gives me, I’m ok with that.
    I do commend you for Implanon though! I have heard friends having issues with them every now and then. I’m not brave enough for any sort of implant, even nuva rings scare the crap out of me. I’m quite good at taking the pill now. I always have it right beside my bed with a water bottle so it’s the first thing I do before I get out of bed.

    Oh man, I’m only 19. Though I’ll be 20 in a few months. That’s rather discouraging to hear… I swear though I see so many clear-skinned people my age and younger, I feel like it should be attainable for me too!
    Oh yeah, I didn’t really feel much of the actual implant because of the local anesthetic but it felt like the anesthetic needle was a mile long…Nuva ring is a little scary for me too though, just the though of having hormones coming out down there makes me worry about tumors and stuff though I guess that’s only a risk if you’re over 50.
    I just feel like, at risk for sounding dramatic, all of my beauty-related problems are the sort of thing where the methods that worked for everyone else don’t help me 🙁 just thinking of hair and skin really

  • 9 yrs, 11 mths ago

    If you don’t mind me asking Danniro, how old are you?
    I struggled since I was 13 with acne to the point of depression until I finally got to the doctor and asked for the pill. The first one I had was Diane, and that was great for regular periods etc, but my skin didn’t change at all!
    I then started with the generic brand Estelle, and my skin seemed to respond really well with that. I couldn’t believe it. However, I have heard that sometimes (if you’re lucky) acne will sort itself out by the age of 25, which coincidentally was around the time my skin cleared up…so I’m not 100% sure whether it really was the Estelle, or whether it was my age? Who knows… My only downside with Estelle is a low labido. But for everything else it gives me, I’m ok with that.
    I do commend you for Implanon though! I have heard friends having issues with them every now and then. I’m not brave enough for any sort of implant, even nuva rings scare the crap out of me. I’m quite good at taking the pill now. I always have it right beside my bed with a water bottle so it’s the first thing I do before I get out of bed.

  • 9 yrs, 11 mths ago

    Well Nuvaring is sounding better and better. I’ll give Implanon a little more time though, I’m dreading the removal of it….
    Haven’t heard of Levlen ED. I’m not sure if there are different birth controls or less or more commonly used ones in other countries…
    Ruby*Red, hopefully this isn’t too personal, but did you have sex while on Nuvaring? My doctor said it could be removed during sex if put back in right after, but I just wondered if you had any experience with that.

    I did- I’ve been with my husband for almost 8 years and Nuvaring has been our primary form of the past few years. We’ve never had any issues with- my husband has said he can’t even feel it most of the time. I can feel it sometimes during sex because I find the ring tends to slip down during the 3 weeks that it’s in. When that happens, I just take it out, give it a quick rinse, then put it back in. Sometimes it comes out during sex, but it’s not really a big deal. I think there’s a 3hr window- I would normally put it back in without about 30min or so of taking it out and not had any issues.

    I really like it- it might be a little more expensive than other forms of contraception but it’s been working pretty well for me. And I love not having to take a pill every day.

    Hmmm, that really doesn’t sound bad! And if it made my skin clear up… Ugh just looking at my skin in the mirror, I believe I have what are called “closed comdones” 🙁

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