Effects of an Oral Contraceptive Containing Chlormadinone Acetate and Ethinylestradiol on Hair and Skin Quality in Women Wishing to Use Hormonal Contraception

    March 2012 in “ Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology ”
    Martina Kerscher, T. Reuther, Nils Krueger, Heike Buntrock
    Studysummary This study found that 12 cycles of chlormadinone acetate in hormonal contraceptives significantly improved oily skin and hair quality, enhancing psychosocial well-being in healthy women.
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