Mini pill and acne
How our community feel mini pill has affected their skin
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
No change
37%
34%
Don't know
5%
Out of the 38 reviews for mini pill, 13 people (34%) reported acne.
Reviewers that reported acne as a side effect
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
Used for 6 - 12 mo
23 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 3 weeks ago
Still affected by a bit of acne, but not experiencing mood swings like when I was on Yaz. However, I am having severe break through bleeding every few weeks, and it lasts for 1-2 weeks every time unless I stop taking the pills and let it happen.
Worse skin
2 more effects
0 helpful
0 comments
Used for 3 - 6 mo
25 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 10th Feb 26
I do have a heart problem hence as to why my obgyn has switched me to a progestin only bc. I do like that i dont get my period anymore but i HATE the vaginal dryness. Im considering moving on to something else because i cant take it anymore honestly.
Somewhat negative mood
3 more effects
0 helpful
0 comments
Used for 18 mo - 3 yr
39 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 10th Oct 25
I gained weight on slynd when I stopped nursing my baby. I gained weight in areas I normally don't gain weight in despite dieting and intense workouts. Weight is not really coming off despite being off the birth control.
Somewhat negative mood
3 more effects
1 helpful
0 comments
Mini pill common side effects
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
Headaches
50% of mini pill reviewers reported headaches
Tender breasts
40% of mini pill reviewers reported tender breasts
Breast enlargement
37% of mini pill reviewers reported breast enlargement
Period like cramps
37% of mini pill reviewers reported period like cramps
Vaginal discharge
29% of mini pill reviewers reported vaginal discharge
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