Yaz and spironolactone are two excellent options

Mary Lupo, MD answers: Differin vs Yasmin (Yaz) for acne treatment?

I am 40 years old and I have battled acne all my life. I was finally prescribed Yasmin about 8 years ago and it worked great, so I believe my acne is hormonal. My 11 year old daughter is now breaking out on her face, chest and back. She is using Differin, but it has been of little help.  I know how acne made me feel all of my life. My daughter is such a fun-loving, out-going girl... I would hate for her to feel less confident about herself because of the way she looks. It's also hard to hide the acne on her back in the summertime. I wanted to know about getting Yasmin for her. She already has her period and it is irregular... so birth control could also help with that I think?


Mary Lupo, MD
11 months ago
By Mary Lupo, MD - New Orleans Dermatologist

Your daughter may have polycystic ovary syndrome, or she may just have hereditary acne.

It would be best to get the lab tests (your dermatologist will know what to order) and be sure. There are many options for hormonal acne. Yaz and spironolactone are two excellent options.

Tazorac is often more effective than Differin, and oral antibiotics are often effective. Laser treatments with Isolaz and Cooltouch have success as well. The treatment of last resort for severe acne is isotretinoin.

In the end, I think the best plan is to work with a board certified dermatologist who can review all your options and pick the one best for your daughter.

Good luck.

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