Does birth control really help acne?

Question

I'm not having s*x right now, and since I'm only using birth control for my acne, do I still need to start taking it the first day of my period, or can I take it whenever?

Answer 1

Yes, the pill really can be of help to acne.  Yes, you should still take it the first day of your period or the week after the period finishes (check with the package instructions on this as well to see what it says).  The reason is because if you start it at just any time it can make it harder for the body to adjust to it by throwing the current cycle off some more and causing the period to be delayed.

I would also recommend checking with your doctor to see what they say.

Answer 2

Yes, you need to take it as prescribed.