Progesterone and strogen are the two ovarian hormones related to menstrual cycles. During this time of the month, the changing concentrations of these two hormones cause side effects like acne to occur. As your body moves through its cycle, estrogen produces androgenic (male hormone) side effects that stimulate oil gland activity in your skin, which frequently leads to a breakout.

If you suffer from severe breakouts during your cycle, there are some treatment options for you. Ortho Tricyclen is taken as a birth control pill that was also designed for the treatment of acne. Ortho Tricyclen is a prescription drug but may be obtained through your gynecologist, family physician, or dermatologist.

If birth control pills are not the solution you are looking for to clear your acne, Reversion Acne Control can help. Reversion can be used to treat monthly breakouts associated with your period and is safe for use on sensitive skin.