Nikki for Acne User Reviews

• Oli...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 9, 2020

"Been on Nikki for 6 months, and I love it! It has cleared my acne, and I’ve only experienced spotting in the first few months. Other than that, no side effects! Please talk with your doctor and don’t get scared from the reviews. People only want to review if they had a negative experience! I gained no weight, not depressed, and I'm so much happier because my acne is gone."

• Coc...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 30, 2019

"I want to remind y’all that everyone’s body is different, so the side effects and bad experiences people post do not mean they will happen to you! I was freaking out because I started this Nikki birth control pill and then looked at the reviews, and everyone made it seem awful. However, my experience has been great! It cleared my acne, and the only side effect was that in the first few days after taking the pill, I would get stomach cramps that would go away, but it was all normal because my body was just getting used to hormones. I haven’t gained a pound, I'm not depressed at all, maybe a little bit more of a temper but nothing terrible, no breast tenderness but they look fuller, and no nausea. Please just don’t get freaked out about the reviews because everyone’s body reacts differently."

• Ban...
• April 1, 2020

"I was prescribed two different birth control pills since I first chose to go on it, and my experience with both was not great. I would experience spotting, severe anxiety and mood swings, and then very severe cystic acne. This past October, I switched to Nikki for the sake of my skin and anxiety, and I have never been so happy. My skin has been PERFECT since starting this pill, my hormones feel so balanced, and I could not be happier. I HIGHLY recommend Nikki for anyone experiencing difficulties with emotions, anxiety, or cystic acne."

• Ano...
• June 2, 2019

"I’m a bit taken aback from multiple negative feedbacks this BCP (birth control pill) is receiving. I had issues with my previous BCP, especially with acne and depression, so my doctor decided to switch me to Nikki. I love this birth control. I would get nausea for the first month; however, the following months were great! My skin cleared up, my sadness and sensitivity decreased, my weight stayed consistent, and my sex drive did not change. My period would last for 4 days max with light bleeding. A bonus: it also helped me with my ovarian cyst. I no longer feel pain in my abdomen, and it kept the cyst at bay. Although, do keep in mind our bodies react to pills differently. I hope this pill will give you the same benefits it did for me."

• Sda...
• January 25, 2020

"I’m 31, and I’ve struggled with moderate acne since I was about 20. I tried everything from retinols, antibiotics, Proactiv, and various face washes and cleansers. I’ve been taking Sprintec for years because it was supposed to be good for acne. It was only until recently I realized that my breakouts coincided with my cycle. A week before my period is when I normally break out. I did some research and switched to Nikki despite the mixed reviews. I just finished the first pack, and I have to say I am amazed. My skin is actually clear, I really hope this isn't a fluke, but I seriously don’t have a zit on my face. While I still have some scarring, I actually left the house today without makeup, something I haven’t done in years. As far as side effects go, I have noticed a few headaches, mostly minor, which I am monitoring. None have persisted and go away with Motrin. But all in all, I could not be happier, I never thought I would see the day my skin was clear ever again."

• Sin...
• December 2, 2020

"I’ve been on this Nikki birth control pill for about 3 weeks, and so far the side effects suck. It makes me feel more depressed, stomachaches, and it’s really hard for me to eat without feeling nauseous. I switched from the birth control Junel Fe, which did nothing for my skin. I’m also currently on spironolactone (have been for 3.5 months), which has helped my skin a lot. However, since switching to Nikki (Yaz generic), my skin has started breaking out like crazy. The zits I’m getting are huge, and some are painful. (I have 4 zits on my face right now that came out of nowhere.) Before I switched, I wasn’t getting these kinds of zits. However, I will say that I have a lot of hope! First of all, I was expecting an initial breakout. Breakouts are a common initial side effect of switching BC pills. From reading other reviews, most people say it gets worse before it gets better. I’m sticking with this. A few months from now, I’ll post an update on here to report on how my skin is doing."

• Cja...
• April 9, 2021

"I’ve been on Nikki for 6 1/2 months now. Don’t get discouraged if you read about someone having bad side effects after being on the pill for a week, give the pill time to adjust to your body first. I’ve always been acne-prone, but in Fall of 2020, I started getting severe cystic acne along my neck, jawline, and cheeks. The cysts on my neck were new, so I knew something was wrong internally and did some research and tried Nikki. I didn’t experience any nausea, mood swings, or weight gain :) The first 2 months, I saw no change in my skin. By the end of month 3, I started seeing improvements, and the cysts on my neck were gone. The amount I was breaking out was less, but I was nowhere near clear in month 3 like a lot of people reported. Now I’m 1 week into month 7 and I don’t have 1 bump on my face! I still don’t feel I can say I have CLEAR skin yet because I have a lot of work that needs to be done with scarring and hyperpigmentation, however, I feel healthier, and my face is smooth!"

• mac...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 11, 2019

"I have been on Nikki for about 10 months. I switched from Sprintec because that was making me moody and depressed. I used to suffer with cystic acne, and this cleared my acne miraculously, as well as my moodiness. However, I'm worried it made me gain weight. Has that happened to anyone else?"

• OKa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 7, 2019

"I'm finishing my third pack of Nikki and have FINALLY cleared up my inflammatory/cystic acne. So glad to have been suggested this prescription by my dermatologist. I've not had any other side effects from this medication other than occasional light-headedness, typically only when taken on an empty stomach."

• Kat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 30, 2021

"Nikki birth control has been the only thing that has actually cleared my acne, and I have gone through so much to try to cure my acne. It is the only birth control that has worked for me as well, since years ago my favorite was discontinued. It makes my periods shorter, I only spot when I skip my period by taking the next pack, and like I said, it immediately cleared up my skin. It makes me so happy, I feel so good about myself. I have no mood swings and, get this, it actually increased my sex drive! Every other pill I have been on has made me dry, this one literally does the opposite. I am 21, and I am finally comfortable with my birth control!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 11, 2019

"I have had a great time with Nikki! I had severe pimple face, and after 3 months of use, I barely had any pimples at all. After my second month of use, I had spotting for about 2-3 weeks, but nothing severe. I have not gained or lost weight (however, take into account that I am naturally very skinny and have a fast metabolism). I would and have recommended this birth control."

• Dan...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 31, 2019

"I’ve been on this Nikki pill for 11 months, and it completely cleared my hormonal acne around my jawline. My oil production has decreased as well. No nausea or headaches, the only side effect for me is that my sex drive is nonexistent. Such a love-hate relationship with Nikki..."

• mad...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 1, 2020

"I have been on Nikki for a month and just finished the first pack. My acne has gone to how it was last summer, but I think my body is still getting used to it. I am a teenager, and the only thing it did for me was give me a slight stomach ache in the first week a couple of times. Also, I haven't had my period for two months! When I was supposed to have it, I had bad cramps, but no blood. I will post an update when I finish the second pack."

• Ken...
• November 9, 2019

"I have been on this birth control for a little over a month. It has cleared up my acne a lot. If I forget to take a pill that night, I take it right away the next morning, and I don't have any breakthrough bleeding. I feel like my moods have calmed down a little, but I do get upset kind of easily after starting this pill. I also have noticed barely any weight gain, but my breasts became fuller after starting this pill."

• BNA...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 31, 2018

"I got back on birth control to treat my acne, and it has cleared my skin up 100%. I am on my third month now, and by the second month, my skin really cleared up, which I never thought would happen. The dermatologist recommended I get on the pill and said by month 3 my skin will be clear, and she was right. I will say the first month I was extremely moody and emotional, but that is normal when your body is getting adjusted, but by the second month, I was normal. This birth control keeps my skin clear, gives me light periods, and I didn't gain a pound on it. I'd recommend this to anyone who wants to get on the pill."

• Con...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• October 30, 2023

"I am conflicted with Nikki because, I like how I didn’t have a period. It cleared my acne. The downfall of it, my boobs got bigger, which I already was busty. My sex drive decreased tremendously. Now I know why I was dry, it was due to Nikki. I was always bloated and gained weight. I took this for 4 years, then got off it. Then got back on because I don’t like my face breaking out. Out of the 6 years taking this and being off it for the second time. It is a fact that it decreases your sex drive and makes you bloated. My sex drive is back full force and I’m losing weight again. The only downfall is my face is breaking out again after being off of it for two months."

• kat...
• October 24, 2018

"I went on this pill to help alleviate severe cramps, lighten periods, and improve acne. I originally was on Aviane, but found that its progestin hormone caused acne, so I switched to Nikki. While on this pill, my periods were worse than when I was on Aviane. They were heavier, and my cramps were worse-they barely responded to Advil. My acne, however, was totally fine. Honestly, this pill is great for skin, and I've noticed a huge positive change; however, I've decided to switch pills due to the other side effects. I've become severely depressed on this pill, irritable all the time, horrible mood swings, and EXTREME fatigue, not to mention loss of sex drive (I NEVER want to have sex anymore-my libido is at 0%). I didn't experience any weight gain or breakthrough bleeding, though. I would honestly say it just depends on the person. I thought the side effects would disappear, but I've tried this pill for 8 months, and there is no sign of them going away."

• 28y...
• September 9, 2018

"Started this birth control with hopes of regulating hormones after developing relatively severe, persistent adult acne (whole regions of breakouts on cheeks, jawline, chin, chest), irregular periods (alternating between 21-45+ days between cycles), and feeling of unstable mood. After the first month of use, acne has significantly improved, is now reduced to a few hormonal pimples on cheek/chin near menstruation. In the second month, decrease in excessive oil and significant improvement in skin integrity (heals faster, reduced inflammation, skin feels and looks healthier ‘thicker’). Menstruation is lighter, however, have some light spotting mid-cycle and suspect my body is still adjusting to the medication after only 2 months. Mood generally more even and cool, fewer extreme lows. Side effects! I work 12-hour days and also run long distances, and I’ve noticed a drop in my stamina. A couple of days where I’ve felt overwhelming fatigue. Suspect it is due to the way the drug counters natural testosterone."

• Lil...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 6, 2021

"I went on Nikki after experiencing extremely bad cystic acne all over my face in high school. After three months of taking Nikki, my skin was completely clear. My doctors and parents were shocked at how quickly it worked for me. I never had any side effects, and it allowed me to finally have regular periods that lasted 3-4 days. I loved Nikki, but I know it works differently for different people, this is just my experience!!"

• Cou...
• November 24, 2020

"I just quit Nikki after being on it for two months. In that time, it had severely worsened my depression, gave me extreme fatigue, and caused mood swings. I didn't want to get out of bed most days, and I ended up missing a lot of my classes because of how tired I was. It even caused me to develop a yeast overgrowth in my digestive system. I first went on birth control two years ago, my doctor prescribed me Junel, and it cleared up my acne with little side effects. I stopped birth control for a year and just recently went back on because of an acne flare and was prescribed Nikki. I quit a few days ago after I realized the pill was causing all of my symptoms, and I already feel better. Of course, birth control affects everyone differently, but please don't try to push past the negative symptoms. Honestly, this experience has made me quite cynical of the pill. I've decided to heal my acne holistically and plan to get a non-hormonal IUD. Good luck to anybody going on this pill! I hope it works for you."

• Sin...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 17, 2021

"So I posted a previous review sometime in December. I’ve now been on this birth control for a little over 2 months (I’m on my 3rd pack). And I am very happy to say my skin is doing 10x better. My acne cleared up like crazy and I don’t get zits nearly as much. The ones I do get are small and go away quickly. When I was first on this pill, the first month was pretty much a nightmare. My skin broke out terribly, bad side effects, etc. But that’s all balanced out now. I’m very happy with this pill. I highly recommend it if you deal with hormonal acne. However, here are some side effects I’m dealing with still: - drier/more irritated skin - low sex drive - itchy genitals - have to pee more."

• pin...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 11, 2020

"I was on this birth control for about a year. It definitely cleared up my face to the point where I had no acne whatsoever; however, it made me so emotional, anxious, and angry all the time that I had to stop taking it. I noticed a significant difference in my mood and mental state from before I started taking it till now. I have cried almost every day and am so sad most of the time that I do not leave my bed. My family and friends started to notice my change in behavior as well, which made me worried about if my birth control was a part of it. Everyone has a different experience with certain birth controls, but this was just my experience!"

• flo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 13, 2020

"I have been on Nikki for 3 months now. In the first week or two, I felt nauseous and got headaches a lot. I use it for acne, and at first, it made my acne way worse, but when I was finishing up the second pack, it began to clear up my face. Now my face is pretty clear, but I feel tired all the time and have less motivation to do anything, but hopefully, this will go away. Overall though, I think my experience so far hasn't been too bad on Nikki, at least compared to other brands."

• Neg...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 30, 2019

"I never post drug reviews because I am in the medical field, but man, I sure wish I would have read up on this drug before taking it. Within the first two weeks of being on this Nikki birth control, I developed back-to-back headaches and minor mood swings. Now, three weeks in, my face has gone ballistic, and I have cystic acne everywhere. This drug has started interfering with my career since I get self-conscious talking to doctors with a face full of zits. I now have to get back on Accutane to combat the side effects of this horrible drug!"

• Mol...
• April 24, 2021

"I was on Nikki birth control for a full year. I prescribed it for acne. My skin had a horrible purge before completely clearing up. So it works for acne, but it takes a few months before your hormones level out. The only other problem I had with it was that I would get yeast infections when I was never prone to them before."