Is Cerazette good for acne?
On the one hand, the combined pill (in particular brands such as Yasmin and Dianette) can improve skin for acne sufferers but the mini pill (for example, Cerazette and Micronor) can potentially have the opposite effect.
What does Cerazette contain?
The active substance is: desogestrel (75 microgram)
Does the mini pill clear up acne?
The hormones in combination birth control pills can help reduce acne. The pills decrease the circulation of androgens, which decreases the production of sebum. The pills must contain both estrogen and progestin to be effective against acne. The minipill only contains progestin, so it doesn’t improve acne.
How long does Cerazette take to work?
If you start using Cerazette on days 1-5 of your period, you will be immediately protected against pregnancy. Used correctly, Cerazette can be up to 99% effective in preventing pregnancy.
How can I prevent acne on the mini pill?
Moisturize, Moisturize, Moisturize! Because your skin is producing less oil on the pill than it would on its own, its important to keep it extra-hydrated. Opt for an oil-free moisturizer, like this one from Kiehl’s, which will hydrate your skin without adding any excess grease.
How do I stop my period on Cerazette?
If you take Cerazette, or another brand of the the mini pill (otherwise known as the progestogen-only pill), you will be taking a pill every day anyway, so there is no way to delay your period by skipping the 7-day break.
How long does it take for Cerazette to work?
Are there any good reviews of the Cerazette mini pill?
I am 8 weeks postnatal and bfeeding so been given the cerazette mini pill and wanted some reviews, any good reviews would be much appreciated as everything I have read is negative? anyone have anything good to say about it? or is it really that bad? Just thought id share my experience with Cerazette..
When did I stop using Cerazette for my acne?
Stopped cerazette, ACNE!!! Just after shared experiences really googled to within an inch of my life and found nothing helpful! I’ve been off cerazette for about 5 weeks now and the reason I come off it was that my skin was awful, I’m only petite but felt horrifically fat, I’d never felt so vile and I never usually feel that way.
Is there a mini pill for cystic acne?
I was on Cerazette (progesterone only mini pill) for about a year. It was incredible- made me lose weight (not that I’m heavy but it was a bonus!), stabilised moods, gave me energy, boosted libido – genuinely, was great to be on. BUT, it gave me cystic acne so horrible I considered Roaccutane and met with two dermatologists to discuss it.
How is Cerazette different from other birth control pills?
Cerazette is a contraceptive pill used to prevent pregnancy. It’s a type of pill called the mini-pill or progestogen-only pill (POP). It only contains one female sex hormone – desogestrel – and doesn’t contain oestrogen. Cerazette is different from most POPs in having a dose that in most cases prevents the egg cell from ripening.
