The Acne Journal
Birth Control-Induced Acne - Client Success Story
Sep 13, 2022
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.
