Does taking birth control pills help clear acne?

YES YES YES: Over time, this is a very effective way to clear acne, control heavy cycles, prevent ovulation or cyst pain, eliminate PMS (or PMDD), even decrease risks of ovarian cancer if taken over 5 years, and oh yeah...... Prevents pregnancy!! Definitely consider it and good luck.

OCPs use in acne: In women with moderate to severe acne who have had an inadequate response to topical therapy and oral antibiotics and who do not desire pregnancy, the use of combination oral contraceptives can be considered. Women with milder acne who choose oral contraceptives for pregnancy prevention can experience the collateral benefit of improvement in their acne.