The Acne Journal
Antibiotics and Acne - Client Success Story
Antibiotics are commonly prescribed for the treatment of acne and can be effective at controlling breakouts. When I met Annali (picture below), she had taken antibiotics for her acne on 4 different occasions, and each time they worked well to clear her skin.
However, due to possible side effects and the potential for bacterial resistance, Annali's dermatologist wouldn’t prescribe her any more. Instead, they decided to try Yaz, a birth control pill thought to help...
Birth Control-Induced Acne - Client Success Story
Before coming to our clinic, Hannah (photo below) had worked with a dermatologist for months to get her acne under control. She tried several things to help clear her skin: antibiotics, Retin-A, and various topical prescription products. When nothing worked, her Dr. recommended an IUD (a birth-control implant) in an effort to regulate her hormones and control her skin.
The IUD didn't work. In fact, it made her skin much worse. Hannah's "before" pictures below show her skin...
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Author
Rebecca Meyers
Acne Specialist
Rebecca is a Certified Acne Specialist and founder of Elements Skin Care & Acne Clinic in Anchorage, Alaska and the Clear Skin Home Program. Since 2006, she has specialized in helping others regain their confidence through her acne coaching programs. In 2018, Rebecca was awarded Face Reality's Acne Specialist of the Year, and in 2019 was awarded Acne Specialist of the Year Runner-Up for her long-distance results.
