Combined, progestogy pill … Depending on its composition and dosage, the contraceptive pill has different effects on acne. Efficiency, list of best and advice with our gynecology expert.
Under the effect of hormones (testosterone and progesterone), some women secrete sebum – An excess fatty substance that can plug pores from the skin and this can give rise to the formation of small pimples or blackheads. This is called Hormonal acnea common and benign dermatological disease in most cases. If the contraceptive pill should not replace real treatment against acne, it can nevertheless attenuate it. How ? What pills particularly? Professor Bernard Hedon, gynecologist.
What pills remove acne?
“”Acne is a skin pathology that must be treated. The pill is a contraception. So, if some contraceptive pills may have a beneficial effect on acne, they must not be prescribed in first intention to treat acne“, wishes to recall Professor Bernard Hedon. But all The pills do not have a beneficial effect on acne And some may even accentuate it. It depends on women, their lifestyle, their weight, their diet, their age … Only Estro -rogestative pills (combined) can improve acne.
What are the pills that aggravate acne?
On the other hand, progestin pills contain only progesterone which is attached to the receptors of the sebaceous gland,, which thus has a direct action on sebum production and therefore on the training of acne pimples. We will therefore advise against the prescription of a progestogy pill to women with an acne profile. Ask your gynecologist or doctor who will determine your hormonal profile and see what contraception is the most suitable.
What are the names of the best acne pills?
“”As a first intention, we will prescribe to the patient (without particular contraindications) a so-called 2nd generation pill which contains levonorgestrel, because their risk of venous thrombosis is lower than that of 3rd generation pills. Then, depending on the reaction of the skin, we can head towards the pills containing norgestimate, gestodene, or deogestrel (Jasmine®Jasminel®Bélara®…), progestins said non-Androgenic“”specifies Professor Hedon And “which include a marketing authorization for contraception in women with acne“Indicates the French Society of Dermatology in its recommendations.
- Bélara®
- Jasmine® (and its generics Convuline®, Drospibel®)
- Jasmineur® (and its credits Bélanette®)
- Yaz® (and its credits Rimendia®)
These acne pills are not reimbursed.
Pill and acne: Diane 35, at the very last intention
“”Diane 35 ® (including generics Minerva, Evepar or Cyproterone/Ethinylestradiol have been put back on the market since January 2014 in limited indications) is not a contraceptive pill and cannot be prescribed as such because it has a risk higher thrombosis (4 times more compared to estro -rogestative pills)“, immediately poses the expert. This is a anti-acne Not marketed as a contraceptive, but which however has contraceptive properties thanks to its cyproterone acetate content, an anti-Androgen progestogen. “”This treatment can be envisaged lastly If acne persists despite a well-conducted dermatological treatment, in consultation with the patient and a gynecologist, and taking into account the characteristics of women (thromboembolic risks and other contraindications)“, warns the French Society of Dermatology. But given its risk of increased thrombosis, Medical advice is necessary Before heading for this anti-acne.
What are the right gestures to reduce acne?
Even by taking an adapted pill, acne can take several months before lesing. To maximize your chances of having beautiful skin, it is essential to adopt the right gestures to limit acne:
- Clean your skin every day – morning and evening – with a soft soap, surgras;
- Watch, after washing, the face with a soft and clean cloth, without rubbing;
- Favor makeup and creams for non -comedogenic and alcohol -free acne skins;
- Race your hands, your brushes or brushes regularly to avoid proliferating bacteria;
- Avoid exposure to the sun (without protection) because it worsens acne. In addition, acne tends to get worse at the time of unblocking.
Thank you to Professor Bernard Hedon, gynecologist.
