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What are progesterones (levonorgestrel) and oestrogens (eithinylestradiol) that are beneficial for treating acne?

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Dr. Gerard Honore answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

Acne: No progestins are good for treating acne. Most Estrogens have some benefit in acne treatment for females.

Dr Sparacino agreed

Answered 6/25/2014

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