STOP TAKING THE PILL: CAUSES & TIPS AGAINST PIMPLES

More and more women have decided to stop taking the pill in recent years. And we're not just talking about women who want to have children. In the 1970s, there was no question of taking the pill for safe contraception. 

But over time, more and more women struggled with side effects such as mood swings and awareness of the importance of a natural and intact hormone system grew louder. 

In 2023, only 38 percent of women were still taking the contraceptive pill. We have taken a closer look at the causes of this drastic decline. 

Stop taking the pill: These side effects can occur

Because every woman's body is different, every woman reacts differently to stopping the pill. While some women don't notice any difference at all, others report an immediate improvement in the side effects that made them want to stop taking the pill. 

Of course, stopping the pill also has side effects. In addition to extremely prolonged cycles, many women experience hair loss and skin blemishes after stopping the pill. However, these side effects of stopping the pill usually only last during the changeover phase. 

You can expect the following side effects under certain circumstances:

• Cycle fluctuations: After stopping the pill, ovulation and menstruation do not always resume regularly. The cycle can be longer at first.
  And women who suffer from PCO syndrome and had an extremely long cycle before taking the pill will most likely return to this irregularity if they do not regulate their hormones naturally.
  
  
• Skin blemishes: After stopping the pill, some women may experience an increase in pimples or acne. Especially if they have already suffered from them before. However, don't despair straight away. Skin problems often only appear as adults during the transition phase after stopping the pill. It usually takes a few months for the skin to stabilize again. However, if there were already problems with acne beforehand, the skin blemishes can also last longer.
  
  
• Hair loss: Similar to the end of pregnancy, hair breakage and hair loss can increase after stopping the pill. After the transition phase, however, hair loss usually settles down again.
  
  
• Mood swings: As the pill also has a strong impact on our psyche with its interference in our hormone balance, changes are not uncommon even after stopping the pill. In the first few months of the changeover phase, you may experience more depressive moods. Seek advice and support from your gynecologist and let her advise you.
  
  
• Loss of libido: Sexual aversion can also be associated with stopping the pill and is closely linked to the onset of mood swings.
  
  
• Weight changes: Some women also notice weight gain due to the pill and usually feel a significant drop in weight again after stopping the pill. This is because the existing water retention decreases due to the oestrogen contained in the pill.
  
  
• Breast changes: Weight loss can also affect cup size, as water retention in the breasts is also significantly reduced again after stopping the pill.
  
  
• Risk of unintended pregnancy: And of course, unintended pregnancy can occur after stopping the pill
  
  

As irritating as all these possible changes may seem at first glance, they make one thing clear - the pill has a major impact on our body. In addition to permanent water retention (up to 2 kilos), the extent of the long-term interference with our natural hormone balance has not yet been conclusively clarified. 

Stopping the pill can be a great opportunity to get to know yourself and your body in a completely new way. Observe the changes closely and keep a diary to write down your thoughts.

Stopping the pill: Advantages

Even if stopping the pill brings some changes, you should never forget the benefits that you can feel after stopping the pill.

• Restoration of the natural menstrual cycle
• Possible improvement in mood and libido
• Reduction of headaches and nausea
• Better skin health
• Possibility to plan pregnancy
• Reduced risk of thrombosis and other health risks
  
  

Expert advice: However, it is important to know that every woman's body reacts differently to the change. 

Pimples after stopping the pill: the causes

When we suffer from blemished skin, our hormones are usually involved. Whether after stopping the pill or during menstruation - blemishes are completely normal. 

Women who suffered more from acne during puberty and were prescribed an antiandrogenic pill to get the skin problem under control are often the most hesitant when it comes to stopping the pill. These special types of pills are synonymous with beautiful skin and hair, as they lower the sex hormone testosterone in women. 

Skin changes often occur after stopping the pill. The skin is our largest sensory organ and often shows immediately when we suffer from hormonal fluctuations. 

Pimples and blemish prone skin after stopping the pill are usually the result of the hormonal change in combination with the resulting stress on your body and psyche. It's a physical change that you go through, almost like pregnancy. 

Give your body and your skin time to get used to it. Of course, a poor and unhealthy diet and an unhealthy lifestyle can also exacerbate skin problems.

But there is also good news: with the right skin care products, you can reduce pimples and inflammation and improve the appearance of your skin.

Stopping the pill: 8 tips against spots

In addition to the right skin care, other factors also play a role: Here are 8 tips against spots after stopping the pill to avoid skin blemishes or keep them as minimal as possible:

1. Regular gentle cleanser: A gentle cleanser is essential to remove bacteria and dirt from your skin. Mild sugar surfactants or plant-based surfactants do this in the best possible way - without damaging the skin's protective acid mantle. For clean and radiant skin, it is important that this remains intact. For your cleanser , it is best to use our mild Cleansing Oil or the sebum-regulating Cleansing Gel.
   
   
2. Clay Mask for relaxation: For a few minutes of relaxation and wellness for your skin, you can use our Clay Mask 1-2 times a week. Clay Mask 1-2 times a week. With its anti-inflammatory properties, it can regulate sebum production and also remove dead skin cells from your skin. For a small peeling, you can leave-on the mask on with moistened hands after the application time and then rinse-off with warm water.
   
   
3. Try not to touch your face: fingers to face spread uninvited germs and cause blemishes to spread. The same applies to squeezing pimples. Don't do it! In most cases, you will only make things worse, injure the skin and cause even deeper inflammation or even scars. In the case of stubborn deposits, it is worth visiting a beautician.
   
   
4. Antioxidants - strengthen your skin barrier: Vitamin E or Vitamin C can support your skin barrier. The important antioxidants can also Protect the skin from external influences and oxidative stress and help to prevent the formation of further blemishes. Try our specially developed VITAMIN C SENSITIVE serum.
   
   
5. Fruit acids - against impurities: Salicylic Acid in particular, also known as BHA (beta-hydroxy acid), penetrates the skin well due to its liposolubility, removes dead skin cells and ensures that excess sebum can drain away better.
   
   
6. Diet plays an important key role: As there is a direct link between gut and skin health, your diet also plays a very big role in the appearance of your skin! Avoid highly processed foods, fast food and sugar. An unhealthy diet can promote inflammation and blemishes.
   
   
7. Protect your skin against UV rays: Our Sun Fluid Spf 50+ protects the skin from harmful UV rays, which can increase inflammation and skin irritation. It is also non-greasy and non-whitening.