Loryna for Acne User Reviews

• Bry...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 30, 2021

"I have struggled with acne my whole life. I have taken everything you can imagine besides Accutane. I used to take Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo and stopped for about three years since I didn’t want to take any medication. During this time, I got off birth control, my acne and bacne kept getting worse! I never thought that I would type these words, but Loryna has worked miracles! It is only one month in, and my skin is almost completely clear (which it never has been in my life). I keep touching it to see if it’s real. I also was so worried about side effects since all four other pills I tried (other BC) made me so nauseous. I only had a little bit of nausea the first few days, but then nothing with Loryna! I also was bloated the first two weeks, but it went away and I am also the same weight! I have never loved a BC more, and I almost didn’t try it because of the reviews. I hope it helps everyone else."

• jul...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 7, 2021

"I have only been on this pill for 2 weeks, and I see a HUGE DIFFERENCE!! I got off Nexplanon back in March (it gave me acne), so I started Estarylla in April, and it was so painful!! I was depressed at how my face was covered in hormonal cysts. I would have 12 cysts on my face at a time, and it was such a blow to my confidence. I couldn't even look people in the eye. I had such a strict skincare routine too and was using prescription creams for acne, but nothing helped. 5 months later, I finally decided to give birth control another try after a short break and went with Loryna. It has changed my skin, and I have no breakouts on my face right now, my skin is completely smooth with only some scars. I tear up at how much confidence I have now because I haven't felt this way in so long. If you are on this journey right now, keep pushing!! You got this! Acne does not make you any less beautiful!! <3"

• Mma...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 11, 2020

"I personally think everyone should try it! I was hesitant due to reviews, but I’ve been on it for a month, and after a year of struggling with hormonal acne, I think trying this was worth it. The first two weeks, I was a little more moody than usual and kind of nauseous, but that has gone away! My skin is clearing, but as I’ve only been on for a month, it’s not completely clear yet. I’m excited to see what a couple of months does for my skin! Birth control was my last resort, but I couldn’t get the hormonal acne to stop even after visiting the derm many times."

• Sav...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 16, 2019

"I was on this medication for 3 years, and I love it. It was the first birth control I tried. I haven’t had any negative symptoms. I had gone on Loryna because of my cystic acne and for the cysts in my ovaries. I didn’t experience any nausea or weight gain. I actually lost weight on it. I used to have panic attacks almost every day, and those stopped too. I’ve recommended 3 of my friends on this birth control, and they have the same experience as me. It completely cleared my acne (it was my last thing to try before I went on Accutane), and I don’t regret it."

• liv...
• March 31, 2020

"I have been on Accutane twice for my acne, and it worked momentarily but did not get rid of my acne in the long term. I decided to try Loryna birth control pill, and it has helped get rid of almost all my acne! My periods are pretty light, and I haven't gotten pregnant yet :) so I would say it's working pretty well."

• Ema...
• February 23, 2021

"I think Loryna is a good birth control! I was VERY nervous to start it because of all the bad reviews. But birth control affects everyone differently! I was previously taking Junel 1.5/30, and it was making me very hungry, and I was gaining a bit of weight. It was also making me unmotivated (also may have been because of the pandemic and everything going on in the world), but nothing too drastic. Junel was just an 'ehh' type of pill. Then I switched to Loryna, and I noticed the first day of taking it, I felt a little sensitive and a little more moody. But the moodiness went away the second day. I saw a lot of reviews about nausea, but I DID NOT experience nausea. I also look A LOT LESS bloated! I also weighed a few pounds less! My skin is nice and clear, and I feel good! I think Loryna is a good pill, it helps clear up your skin, and it's good if you don't want to gain weight. Loryna also helped with the vaginal itchiness in my pubic area from my previous pill (from the high estrogen dose)."

• Lor...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 3, 2020

"I was using Trinessa for 15 years, and it was wonderful. They stopped manufacturing that about a year ago, the pharmacy switched me to TriSprintec. I was on it for 8 HORRIBLE months, where I got cystic acne, which I had never experienced before, on my face, chest, and back. I tried every topical solution and wash, which did absolutely nothing. I was so insecure and thought this was my life now. One of my friends suggested I switch birth controls, and I switched to Loryna. I continued to use acne topical solutions on my skin while using it, so I saw some results, but my skin felt dry and itchy, and I was still getting some new acne marks (although less than before, and they didn’t turn cystic). In the third month, I decided to stop using the acne products to see what the birth control did on its own, and IT WAS A MIRACLE, I literally cleared up in like 4 days, guys. I also had no other side effects on this birth control other than an occasional small headache. Highly recommend this birth control."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 15, 2019

"I have had the worst luck with side effects from birth control pills. I'm talking insomnia, severe cystic acne, becoming an emotional wreck with anxiety and depression; you name it, and it probably happened to me. Yaz (generic Loryna) was the best one I've taken. I'm sleeping (which is huge for me), I'm not biting everyone's heads off or crying hysterically, and my acne has cleared up, which was my main concern. I have tried 5 different birth control pills, and Yaz is working amazing for me. I gave it 9 stars because I do have some occasional chest pain when I take this pill. I'm not sure if it's caused by Yaz or what, but it seemed to start when I started this pill. I'll continue to update everyone on my progress!"

• Rea...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 28, 2016

"I'm a sophomore. My freshman year was horrible, though. I was always self-conscious about my acne. It even got to the point where I would carry a small mirror everywhere, and I would just look at myself to make sure I didn't get another pimple. Both my mom and my doctor told me to go on the pill (also, my period was so irregular I once got it for a whole month, and then I wouldn't have it for months), but I was so scared because I thought I was going to break out so badly at the beginning. My mom got so worried about me having my period for so long that she forced me to take it. It was the best decision of my life. I advise anyone with acne problems to take it, it can be scary at the beginning, but please, it will help you. Good luck."

• Ema...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 21, 2018

"I never thought I’d see the day where I could leave the house without any makeup on and feel confident and beautiful! I started my third pack this morning and noticed a transformation to my skin by the end of the first pack. I was definitely a bit nervous to start this medication because of the many negative reviews, but everybody is different. My periods have always been on the lighter side, and I’ve never experienced any side effects from other birth controls in the past (Kariva/Azurette, Ortho Tri-Cyclen) besides some breakthrough bleeding, which could be why I am doing well on this one too. But anyone suffering from acne should 100% try this out. It’s also seemed to help control oil production. I’ve never had skin like this, and it feels amazing to be able to look someone in the eyes because I’m no longer terrified they’re staring at my acne. For reference, I’m 21 years old and have been dealing with grade 2 acne/oily skin since 4th grade."

• Lon...
• August 22, 2016

"I was a little nervous about switching to Loryna after seeing all the mixed reviews, but I am so glad I did. Within the first 2 months, I already had the clearest skin I've had since childhood. Even after warning my boyfriend that I might be moody or not in the mood after switching, I saw none of these negative side effects. Medications never act the same way for every person, but this worked wonders for me."

• ken...
• March 11, 2019

"Don't take Loryna. I'm 20 and barely had acne before starting this pill-just a touch here and there before my period, but nothing major. I got on it for birth control and almost immediately broke out on the left side of my face in severe pimples. 'Stick out,' they say. 'Your body needs 3 months to adjust to the hormone fluctuation,' they said. More acne on my chin, the right side of my face, jawline, and it has now migrated to my nose and forehead. And not just small little pimples, but terrible cystic acne. What's worse is what it leaves behind: red scarring that takes months to heal. Loryna did not make me gain weight, however, it did leave spider veins. Transitioning off of this pill is even harder as your testosterone levels fluctuate, producing more androgens, leaving cystic acne in its wake. These have been some of the most terrible 3 months. I don't even like to leave my house without full coverage foundation anymore. Now, I'm in the long process of trying to heal my face."

• Anonymous
• January 15, 2020

"Was on Nikki, which was great, but getting my prescription through Nurx, which seems to send any extra inventory of whatever birth control they happen to have on hand. Have been on Loryna (the generic Nikki) for 3 weeks and have had cystic, horrible acne all over my chin for the last 2 weeks, and it is also on my chest to the point where I can't wear any shirt that shows an ounce of chest skin. Luckily, it's winter. I've had breakthrough bleeding but started my full-blown super tampon period yesterday. Mid pill pack? Have also been depressed, moody, and angry. I've had bad skin the majority of my life and been through the whole rigmarole, including over-the-counter meds, every prescription topical, all the antibiotics, being on antibiotics for years at a time, birth control, spironolactone, Accutane, laser treatments, red and blue light therapy, no dairy, no sugar, no food at all, etc., etc., etc. Accutane is the only thing that calmed my skin some. But now on Loryna, I feel like my skin has reverted back to being like before I did all my acne treatments."

• All...
• November 5, 2016

"I have always had horrible acne. Even after a round of Accutane, it came back a few years later. After I had my son, it got worse, so I looked into Yaz. My gyno was on it as well, so she did make me feel more comfortable with taking it, as I was very cautious due to the reviews online. I have cystic acne, I don't remember a time when I had less than 3 pimples on my face. I've been on Loryna for 6 months, and my skin is clear! Only break out (literally 1 pimple) when my period is coming or if I forget to wash my face. But 1 pimple is so much better than the endless amounts I would get before Yaz."

• Kat...
• June 14, 2019

"I was on Nikki birth control for probably a year, had no issues, and loved it! My skin was super clear, and I had no side effects. The pharmacy switched me to another generic Loryna because it was the “same.” Biggest mistake EVER. Ever since I started it, I have been dealing with constant bloating, mood swings, and terrible yeast infections. Before starting this pill, I had never had a yeast infection in my life, now, since starting it, I can’t go more than a week without getting one! Whatever you do, stay away from this generic form."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 11, 2016

"I've been on Yaz, BeYaz, and Gianvi, all of which did wonders for my skin. Recently, I was given Loryna by my pharmacy. Not thinking anything of it, I started my pack as usual. Not only did this pill immediately give me daily cystic breakouts along my jaw, cheeks, and chin, but it also introduced me to the nightmare that is back acne. Having never suffered from breakouts on my back, this caused a whole new form of embarrassment, and just in time for summer! I suffered through the pack, then asked to go back to Gianvi. Two weeks later, my skin and back are clearing up beautifully. I've read multiple reviews of people having the same problem; if you notice your acne getting worse on Loryna, don't wait it out--switch back to Gianvi or name-brand Yaz!"

• Aan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 17, 2017

"I have never written one of these before, but my results have been amazing, so I had to share! I was on Yaz for about 9 years to treat my acne, but it never, in 9 years, cleared my skin! I struggled with cystic acne mainly on my chin and forehead and literally always had a pimple on my face. After starting Loryna, my skin began to clear up! Now I'm about to start my third pack, and my skin is completely clear! I literally get like one pimple right before my period, but it's gone before my period is even over. I have no side effects. This has seriously changed my life, and it's so worth a try!"

• Jes...
• October 12, 2017

"I've been using Loryna for about 4 years, and it has done wonders for my acne. I used to have cystic acne all over my face, and I haven't had cystic acne in several months. I think I only had one flare-up over the past year and a half. I was planning to go on Accutane, so glad I didn't. Haven't gotten pregnant either. Win-win!"

• Hao...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 8, 2016

"I was given Loryna for the first time a week ago. I used to have Gianvi, and I enjoyed it. I just started birth control again after having my son and done with breastfeeding. And so far, it's been great. The first day or two, I felt a little nauseous, but not too bad. And I haven't developed any new pimples since I started the pack. My sex drive seems to have gone up! Surprisingly. I like that. No side effects for me yet. So far, so good."

• Car...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 27, 2021

"Loryna gives me horrible side effects. Super depressed, anxious all the time. It makes me cry every single day throughout the entire day for the whole first week. The second week got slightly better, cried less, but I can't feel happy at all! Nothing makes me happy for the entire time that I was taking the pill! It never happened in my life before. I was feeling miserable for nonsense reasons. I was aware that my thoughts and my actions were being ridiculous. However, my mood, my thoughts, and everything about myself were out of control. It also caused me to have a super difficult time falling asleep and staying asleep. It gives me super strong headaches throughout the entire time. My body gets easily numb when I stay in a pose for only a few seconds. I was restless, having headaches, strengthless, sad mood throughout the whole time that I was taking it. It started causing me heart pain in the last week even!"

• mel...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 23, 2016

"I really wanted to like this birth control. It cleared up my acne significantly, and my period was light and around two days. Unfortunately, about a month and a half into it, I started itching like crazy. Anywhere I scratched, little red bumps would come to the surface of my skin. I had no idea what was going on and thought I was allergic to my new deodorant, and it took me about two weeks to decide to go to the doctor. She told me I was the second person to come in on the same BC with the same problems! She had me immediately stop taking it, and the itching stopped within the next couple of days. Another note, this BC did make me extremely moody. So maybe it was for the best I was allergic to it!"

• Meg...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 10, 2022

"I've had a great experience with Loryna, it's cleared up my acne, and I don't get a period at all on this pill. No cramps or moodiness. As a person with anxiety/depression and mood swings, Loryna has kept me feeling pretty balanced. The week before and during my period would always make my mental health take a dip, but not since I started Loryna. The only side effects I've had are lower sex drive (I've always had a low sex drive anyway) and tender breasts. Overall, big positives! I hope this helps someone out there."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• December 2, 2017

"I’ve been on Loryna for a couple of years now (maybe 3 or 4?). I absolutely LOVE this pill for controlling my acne. It is the only other thing besides daily antibiotics (doxycycline) that have controlled my acne. I tried Sprintec prior to this, and it did nothing for my acne. Short term, I have had no side effects from Loryna. No weight gain, no extreme mood swings, nothing. My only complaint and reason for considering switching is that after taking this long term, I recently developed spider veins on my thighs. I have NEVER had such a thing, so it was very concerning as I am only 25 and in very good health, and as I know there are increased risks for DVT while taking this drug. Recently, the areas on my thigh where the spider veins developed have become somewhat painful at work (as I stand all day). I attribute the development of the spider veins directly to Loryna, as this is the only medication I have taken the past couple of years. It is such a shame because I absolutely love what it has done for my skin (flawless even during the time around my period), but the veins cause a large concern for me, so I am heavily considering switching. Overall, I love Loryna for the shorter term, however, if you plan to be on it for a few years, it may be concerning. I also know someone else who was on Gianvi (another generic for Yaz), and the same thing happened to her regarding spider/varicose veins."

• Nat...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• September 28, 2021

"I’ve been on Loryna for 6 years, and it’s great. I used to have awful, painful periods with heavy bleeding that would leave me crying in bed, unable to move at 16 years old. I started on a different pill, can’t remember what, and it was awful. It made me moody and didn’t help. I switched to Loryna and saw almost an immediate difference. It cleared my skin right up for the most part, I would only get a zit or two per period, nothing major. And it made my cramps go away almost completely, plus made my period so light and only lasts 3-4 days (but it’s so light I can use one panty liner all day long on the 1st, 3rd, 4th, and 5th day if I spot a bit towards the end). I’ve had these continuous results since I started, and I love this pill. I would 10/10 recommend it to anyone looking to start on the pill."

• Yaz...
• April 13, 2014

"I had tried just about everything for acne, from topical creams to antibiotics. I had been on various different antibiotics for acne over the past four years and was ready to stop always taking antibiotics that never truly cleared my skin fully anyway. It's my second month on Yaz, and I've noticed improvement in my skin without taking the antibiotics. The first month, I had a pretty bad breakout, mood swings, bad cramping, and cravings. I noticed a sort of constant breast tenderness and swelling, but especially so nearing my period. My sex drive has also significantly decreased, and in the first month, I would actually cry for no reason at all (moodiness). The best part is that my insurance covers this completely. I pay nothing out of pocket."