Since we know that hormones are related to outbreaks of acne, it comes as no surprise that women are particularly prone to this skin condition. Womenshealth.gov reports that various hormone related factors can wreak havoc with women's skin. They include hormonal changes related to menstruation, pregnancy and going off the birth control pill. The governmental organization also reports that certain medication, makeup and applying pressure to the skin can contribute to acne. Elsewhere, I read that hormonal birth control in any form (pill, patch or ring) can contribute to an array of effects, including a reduction of acne. This happens because hormonal birth control contains estrogen. Ingesting it in any form results in a rise of estrogen in the body, as well as a rise in the ratio of estrogen to testosterone. Taking hormonal birth control can result in other desirable effects -- including a lusher growth of hair. However, hormonal birth control has side effects as well. Researching and pursuing natural acne cures would be a preferable first step before deciding to go this route.
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