Jun 15 2007
How the Birth Control Pill and Pregnancy Affect Acne
Acne first develops during adolescence, when hormone levels begin to surge. This deluge of hormones causes the sebaceous glands to go into overdrive. They begin producing increased levels of sebaceous oils that often become clogged inside the glands. When the oils can’t escape, acne develops.
If fluctuating hormone levels within the body trigger an increase in [...]