Are you also struggling with blemishes after stopping the pill? I would like to take you by the hand in this article and tell you about my experiences. I'll also give you important tips that you can follow to get through the hormonal changeover well!
Stopping the pill - a liberating experience for me
More and more women have decided to stop taking the pill in recent years and I was one of them. That's why I know the feeling afterwards only too well, know the ups and downs and, above all, know the problems with the skin!
For me, however, coming off the pill was like a small liberation. A kind of liberation from an invisible prison that I wasn't even aware of. Constant mood swings, an uneasy feeling and negative moods had been a part of me for a long time.
Then I started studying pharmacy and the more I studied hormones and how they work, the more skeptical I became about this form of contraception. I learned how sensitive and at the same time how important the hormone system is for our body. I also realized more and more how much they influence our mood and our whole being.
Was I perhaps not such a "subdued" person as I always thought?
I fought for a while against the inner resistance I felt every time my alarm clock tried to remind me to swallow the little pill. Until I just didn't want to anymore.
At the end of a pack of pills, I simply decided to let my pill break become the end of pills. That was 6 years ago now.
You must not have had acne before...
I noticed the change pretty quickly and so did my skin! Pimples have appeared and not just a few. Especially my hairline, back and shoulders were particularly affected. This again shows that you must not have had acne before taking the pill! I didn't know that from my skin at all! It was completely new territory for me and, I have to admit, it really shocked me.
Although acne is more likely to reappear after stopping the pill if you've had it before, it doesn't mean you're protected from blemishes if you've been spared before.
So I speak from experience! That's why I'll give you a tip right at the beginning: Be patient! Be patient with yourself, your body and your hormonal balance. It will get better! But it takes time, and definitely longer than a year. At least that was the case for me.
I'm not saying this to discourage you, but to encourage you! So that you know that it is normal if it takes longer or has a stronger effect on you than on your friends who have also stopped taking the pill!
Everyone reacts differently and so it can go either way for you. The important thing to know is that you can do a lot to cope with the changeover to a "normal" hormone balance.
After all, we now know what these "unspeakable" hormones can do to us! Mood swings are inevitable for most of us! As if that wasn't enough, they also turn the dials on our skin and can make us blossom in a completely different way.
The causes of spots after stopping the pill
I have deliberately included the stress factor in the circle, as it plays a very important role in health nowadays!
When blemishes "adorn" our body, hormones are usually involved. Of course, stopping the pill has a particular impact on this sensitive system and we're left with a mess.
In addition to all the other types of pills that also interfere with our hormone balance, I would particularly like to highlight the so-called anti-androgenic pills. These are the pills that, in addition to contraception, also advertise beautiful skin and hair! They reduce testosterone levels. Testosterone is also a very important sex hormone in women (yes, that's why sexual reluctance is not uncommon in women who take the pill! Nothing we really want!)
If we suddenly take this damper off the body, testosterone shoots up. Until the hormones regulate each other again and come back into balance.
Until then, the high testosterone level stimulates sebum production, bacteria and germs feel more comfortable on the skin and pimples develop. That's why men are more prone to acne!
Other causes of blemishes, along with hormones, are definitely stress, the wrong diet and our metabolism. However, I always find it a little difficult to look at these things separately. For me, everything is simply connected.
A holistic view of our body and the circumstances we find ourselves in is, in my opinion, the most important step to really getting rid of impurities! And of course other problems too! :)
Because stress messes up our hormones and a poor diet also affects the health of our gut, which then also affects our hormone balance.
As you can see, our whole body is a very complex interplay of different systems that interlock like cogwheels. This naturally makes it a little complicated to find the perfect way and to promise a universal miracle cure. At the same time, it is incredibly exciting.
With the experience I've gained from working in a pharmacy, interacting with customers and also with my own skin, I'd like to give you my 8 most valuable tips that can help you create the roadmap that's right for you.
I am assuming that you have already stopped taking the pill. If you're not sure whether this is right for you, it's best to consult your gynecologist!
My 8 tips to avoid spots after stopping the pill
1. pay attention to a regular but gentle cleanser
A gentle cleanser is essential for removing bacteria and dirt from your skin. Mild sugar surfactants or plant-based surfactants do this in the best possible way. Namely without damaging the skin's protective acid mantle. For clean and radiant skin, this should be intact! You can use either Cleansing Oil or Cleansing Gel for such a cleanser .
To the cleaning products
2. Clay Mask for relaxation and effect
For a few minutes of mental relaxation and a treat for your skin, you can use the Clay Mask use the It works anti-inflammatory, regulates sebum production and removes dead skin cells. For a small peeling effect, you can apply the mask after the application time with moistened hands leave-on and then rinse off with warm water rinse-off.
This Azelaic acid serum takes acute care of impurities and at the same time has a mattifying effect against oily shine. Our breakout breakthrough!
3. don't touch your face if possible
You've probably heard this tip 1000 times before. As difficult as it is to put into practice, it is also important. Because if we constantly run our fingers over our face, we only spread the uninvited guests and germs to face.
The same applies to squeezing the pimples. Don't do it! I know how hard it is. But most of the time you only make it worse, injure the skin and cause even deeper inflammation and scars.
If you are really struggling with stubborn deposits, I would advise you to visit a beautician!
4. antioxidants - strengthen your skin barrier
Strengthen your skin barrier and support it with the help of antioxidants such as Vitamin C or E. They Protect also protect the skin from external influences and oxidative stress and thus prevent the development of further impurities!
5. fruit acids - get to grips with impurities
Even if you're new to fruit acids, it's worth taking a look. Because Salicylic Acid in particular, which is also known as BHA (beta-hydroxy acid) penetrates the skin well due to its lipid solubility, removes dead skin cells and ensures that excess sebum can drain away better. In combination with AHA (alpha-hydroxy acids), the chemical peeling is effective against impurities and even the first signs of skin ageing.
6. avoid industrial sugar and dairy products - nutrition is key
As you can see from my graphic, nutrition and above all a healthy gut also play a very important role in the appearance of your skin! There is even a direct link between your gut and your skin. If you are interested in these connections in depth, please let me know. But that would go beyond the scope of this article. :)
Nevertheless, we know that a healthy and balanced diet has a significant impact on our vitality and therefore also on our skin. If we eat a lot of industrial sugar or dairy products, this can put a strain on our gut and lead to so-called silent inflammation. This in turn restricts our immune system and promotes blemishes.
So it's best to reduce these foods. Instead, eat more anti-inflammatory foods, such as green vegetables, berries, ginger and many more.
7. Take Zinc orally - strengthen your immune system
An absolute insider tip for me. In addition to a healthy diet, Zinc is a great dietary supplement that supports your immune system and at the same time works anti-inflammatory . Make sure you take supplements with a natural and organic base!
