Oral contraceptives can affect skin and hair, improve acne, but may cause pigmentation, dermatitis, and other conditions.
Choose oral contraceptives with specific side effects to manage issues like acne and avoid unwanted effects.
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June 1981 in “PubMed” Taking hormonal contraceptives can cause skin changes, including hair loss, due to the effects of synthetic sex hormones.
February 1978 in “PubMed” Some birth control pills can cause temporary or more serious hair loss.
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