Oral Contraceptive Shown To Fight Acne

A birth control pill containing a newer form of the hormone progesterone may fight oily skin and acne in some women, according to researchers. Some newer, low-dose oral contraceptives are known to help promote clearer skin. One, Ortho Tri-Cyclen, is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of acne in women who are seeking contraception and have not responded to topical acne medications.

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