Yasmin User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• spo...
• September 17, 2019

For Acne "I'm now on my fourth pack of Yasmin after being on it for just over 2 months. When I first went on it, my skin was absolutely awful, big spots and bumps everywhere - I have never really suffered with spots on my cheeks, however, after being on this pill, I have suffered a lot everywhere on my face. At this point, my skin is still awful and not consistent in clearing up a bit. I have no idea what to do, as I've been on it for not even 3 months, but it's getting to the point where I don't want to go to school and feel self-conscious speaking to anyone - it is extremely affecting my mental health because my skin's so bad :( I want to stay on it because of the good reviews, however, I don't know how much longer I can take this. What do I do?!?!"

• Bec...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 17, 2020

For Acne "Writing this review after a year of struggle with acne that went on for about 10 months. I was 27 years old and had never struggled with acne at all in the past, I was always blessed with beautiful skin. Then, out of the blue, I started getting spots on my chest and face, quite badly. They were relentless and beginning to scar. I went to see a dermatologist and used antibiotics - lymecycline and tretinoin gel. This helped a lot... I was scared that if I came off them, then I would be back to square one. I also had the coil as a contraceptive and had read this may be a contributor to the problem. I got the coil taken out and asked for Yasmin. I came off the lymecycline and tretinoin, and the acne has not returned! My skin has just gotten better and better. You would never know I had a problem. My cycle is also better controlled, I used to get a lot of breakthrough bleeding on the coil. I am writing this review in hope it may help others!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 24, 2019

For Birth Control "I had the worst experience on this medication. The one and only thing that got me through was the strength of the Holy Spirit. I took this medication for 10 days, and I experienced crippling anxiety. Two months later, I am taking anxiety medication to get my body back to normal. If anybody is reading this and going through something similar, read the word of God."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 21, 2013

For Birth Control "I'm 20 years old. I've been on Yasmin for 3 years and have experienced horrible side effects. It's great for acne, weight loss, and actual birth control, but my mood swings are crazy. Before starting this pill, I was a very happy, positive person. After taking this pill, I've become crazy, anxious, depressed, upset, and stressed out over the tiniest things (causing major fights with my boyfriend) at all points in my cycle. This is a major side effect and shouldn't be ignored, it has completely changed my personality, and I won't be taking it again after this month is over."

• Ell...
• April 7, 2018

For Birth Control "Trying Yasmin for the first time and honestly, I was freaked out by all the bad reviews on the web! But a review from someone (a nurse) said everyone's body is different so you can't rely on others, and besides, people usually feel the need to write reviews when things are bad, and don't bother when it's good. So, I'm gonna give it justice. I've tried it for 2 weeks, expecting all these depression, mood swings, nausea, weight gain, loss of sexual desire, and all other things people say happen to them... to happen, but NO, nothing changed at all! All those did not happen at all! I know I only tried it for 2 weeks, but this review is to tell you all ladies out there, just try it; if your body 'matches' with the pill (like mine I guess, I hope it will continue like this), it feels amazing because you have the safety without any side effects!"

• Hel...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 23, 2020

For Acne "I started Yasmin 6 months ago, and I love it. There have been no side effects for me, no mood swings or weight gain, which I liked. I initially went on it because I started to experience hormonal acne around my jawline and chin. This has pretty much cleared up now, with maybe a couple of spots around my pill-free week. Apart from that, I would highly recommend this pill despite the negative comments I’ve read about it. Definitely give it a go if you experience hormonal acne or you want a pill that doesn’t make you retain weight."

• Jas...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• June 1, 2019

For Birth Control "I found this forum because I googled 'can Yasmin cause depression.' I was an extremely sporty and energetic person, my house was always clean, and I had loads of time for my children. I have been on this pill for, I would say, 8 months now, and I am a shell of myself. I have been for blood tests to see why I feel exhausted, weak, and sick constantly. I have no control over my emotions, have lost interest in life in general, and have zero sex drive. I am off it after reading this thread and cannot believe a pill may have done this to me. If you feel any of these side effects, stop immediately!!!"

• Sil...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 15, 2012

For Acne "I've suffered from acne-prone skin since I was about 10. And let me tell you, after years of suffering from low self-esteem and being made fun of, I am in love with Yasmin. I've tried Pro-Active and other face cleaners, but nothing worked. My face took a month or so to improve, it's not all completely gone, I do get pimples every so often. Yasmin has helped me with emotional issues as well. I'm not so moody, and I feel so great on it. I definitely recommend it."

• Mic...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 31, 2014

For Birth Control "Thought: Everyone's body is different, but also be mindful and rational about external forces and behaviors causing issues, mainly with mood/relationship problems. After 2 years off from taking hormonal birth control, I'm about to reach the inert pill week and so far this is what I've experienced: tender breasts/nipples, but up 1 size; improved mood (history of mood swings, but they were mainly as a teenager, I am now 22); improved complexion; more intense clitoral sensation; mild vaginal dryness; minimal if no weight gain (attributed to increased appetite in general with hormonal birth control); maybe a mild decrease in libido; no bloating."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 4, 2012

For Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder "I'm using Yasmin as a birth control method but also to treat acne and PMS symptoms. Let me tell you, Yasmin is awesome! I've just finished one cycle of Yasmin, and all my acne and pimples have disappeared, now my skin is very clear and even somewhat glows. All my PMS symptoms have subsided, no more cramps and period pain (you hardly feel that you're on your period because it is so light), and my period comes very much on time. I used to get occasional mood swings before, during, and after my periods, but I haven't been in a bad mood this entire month. Yasmin really helped with my mood swings. I highly recommend Yasmin."

• Lou...
• October 6, 2018

For Acne "Had to comment after reading the negative reviews on here! I was on Microgynon 30 for 6 years before switching to Yasmin because of acne developing on my face. I've just finished my first month, and honestly, I'm finding it really positive! I only felt nauseous for the first day, and after that, all I have to say is positive! My sex drive has absolutely gone through the roof, the boobs are increasing in size (I'm a 32A), no weight gain, and my moods in general are so much better! The only reason I am marking this down is because I'm still waiting for more improvement to my skin, but that can take up to 6 months, so I wasn't expecting miracles after 1 month. Girls, I would ABSOLUTELY stress, take these reviews with a pinch of salt - I am in a group of 6 girls, and we must have gone through at least 12 pills in total before we all found ones that suited each of us, and like a previous reviewer has said, how many people actually bother to comment with a positive review?"

• Len...
• August 22, 2014

For Menstrual Disorders "This is the ONLY birth control pill that has ever worked well with my system. No weight gain, no hair loss, no mood swings, in fact, my periods used to be so irregular that I'd have terrible PMS, and now I'm only cranky pants for a day or so. It helped clear my skin, regulate my cycle, helped me maintain my weight, and I just love it."

• Avo...
• December 18, 2019

For Birth Control "I started Yasmin 3 months into my happy, healthy relationship. I was never a jealous, insecure person, and I had hardly even experienced severe anxiety before. The first 4 months of this pill, my skin cleared up, I was happy with how it made my body look, and it didn’t affect my mood at all. Another 3 months on, and it was the worst experience of my life. I’ve never felt so low, depressed, insecure, I thought my boyfriend was constantly cheating on me or didn’t love me. I took it out on him, and it really damaged my relationship for a while!! I lost contact with my friends and only ever wanted to be in bed, away from everyone. I felt like I was watching my life go by in a routine I couldn’t get out of. I felt constantly bored and sad and cried constantly!! The worst thing is I never even clocked that it was the pill, so I was convinced I was going crazy!! I came off the pill, and even though I’m better than I was... I haven’t felt the same since. AVOID THIS PILL!!"

• Kat...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• July 15, 2019

For Polycystic Ovary Syndrome "Yasmin (brand name only) has been a miracle drug for me. I have PCOS, and when I'm not on it, I gain weight, have severe acne on my back and chest, grow excess hair on my body, lose hair on my head, and I'm super lethargic. When I'm on Yasmin, all of these symptoms go away. I will go on it again as soon as I can!"

• Ann...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 18, 2020

For Birth Control "My doctor recommended this birth control to regulate my period. I was on this for about 3 months, I gained 10+ pounds from this birth control and cried nearly every day about the smallest things. I was so emotional and depressed. I have taken about 5 other birth controls in the past, and they have never given me any side effects like this. I strongly do not recommend."

• Ano...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 13, 2020

For Acne "I’ve been on the Yasmin pill for exactly 3 months now. Before I started it, I was self-conscious about my skin, and I have horrific period cramps, so I decided to go on this pill. The first week or so my skin was pretty clear, and I originally thought my skin was going to stay like this... it didn’t. In months 2 and 3, my skin blew up, getting huge under-the-skin spots that were painful and took ages to go away. I realized that I cried almost every day about it, but I convinced myself that it was going to get better, as my doctor said it would take 3 months to get better. However, my skin looks 10x worse than it has ever looked before, and my period cramps haven’t changed in any way. I’m not sure what to do going forward because my skin is so scarred and damaged from all the huge spots I’ve been getting. Someone help!!!"

• Sus...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 24, 2020

For Birth Control "Highly do not recommend Yasmin. Advantages - no pregnancy, lighter periods. Disadvantages - weight gain, bigger breasts, no sex drive, decrease in hair quality. Within the first three months, I already had a UTI and a yeast infection, which I’ve never had before in the past. Overall bad for me, I started being way more anxious and stressed out, felt like it was way more difficult to be happy at all. Do not recommend at all! Feel so stupid as I didn’t link any of my symptoms till now, even though I only started having these issues after the pill."

• Bri...
• June 26, 2013

For Birth Control "My experience with Yasmin has been really well. I didn't gain any weight as some people are saying they did. I had mild acne, and now my face is perfectly clear, give or take a monthly pimple. One thing was that I did get VERY moody the first 2 months of taking it. I was not my usual happy self. I didn't want to be touched, and everything was a problem for me. But after the 2 months, I went back to myself. I've been on it for 7 months now, and I'm very happy with it."

• Pom...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 2, 2014

For Birth Control "I gave Yasmin 10/10 as I started taking it for birth control, and I did not become pregnant. But I want to point out some other effects Yasmin had on my body. I originally changed from Microgynon to Yasmin after a period of taking no birth control, as I heard Yasmin could improve mood and give some women a feeling of well-being, which I did experience. Yasmin also gave me slightly larger breasts, and I lost about half a stone in weight. The reason I stopped taking Yasmin was because of a sudden dramatic appearance of cellulite on my thighs and bum. I am a UK size 6 and have never had cellulite before in my life (I'm 26). I have been taking Microgynon again for 2 months, and the cellulite has completely vanished."

• Eli...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 3, 2016

For Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder "I was having pretty heavy PMS and a very irregular menstruation cycle. Now I'm almost on my first year with Yasmin and never have PMS anymore. I feel even happier as my period gets closer. All thanks to Yasmin. It took a little time for my body to get adjusted. Almost for the first 2 months, it made it worse than ever. But I knew that was going to happen, so I was patient. And it ended up extremely well. I recommend it for anyone having severe PMS and emotional problems related to their period. It's also really good to know exactly when to have your period."

• sam...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 21, 2019

For Acne "I have been on Yasmin a few years back due to my acne, and it really cleared my skin up in a matter of a month, made my boobs big (which I loved as I am a 32A). Never made me pick up any weight, which was amazing! I ended up going off the pill as it made me moody and at times depressed! My face stayed clear after going off it, and I haven't been taking any contraceptive for about 2 years. The last 3 months, my acne has once again shown up, and I have tried every cream out there, spending a small fortune on washes, scrubs, and creams, but nothing works. I have made a decision today that the mood swings and mild depression that Yasmin gives are 10,000 times better than the depression that I have felt over the past 3 months because of painful cystic acne that no amount of makeup can hide. I would recommend this pill to any girl that has oily, acne-prone skin. It will save you so much money on makeup and skincare products as well."

• Lol...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 16, 2014

For Birth Control "Mood improved dramatically, PMT gone! Completely, and this was becoming a problem as I'm 40, it seemed to be getting worse. I've lost a few pounds and find it easier to keep my weight down, it must be the diuretic and no fluid retention. Bigger breasts, a bit tender but better with time, I've been on it nearly 3 months now. Libido maybe even better, as I feel happier. This is by far the best pill I've been on, and I didn't take the pill for years because of the effects of weight gain and libido. I've tried Mirena twice, awful, mini pill, mini pill injection, cap, and coil. Finally found one that suits, now my GP won't prescribe it! I will try family planning."

• kay...
• July 2, 2011

For Polycystic Ovary Syndrome "Well, I have had polycystic ovarian syndrome symptoms since the age of 13. When I was 18, my doctor prescribed Yasmin. Before, I was overweight, had bad acne, excessive hair growth on my body and face, and was just angry/depressed. After taking Yasmin, my skin was amazing, seriously! I lost 20 pounds in 3 weeks (was active though), hair didn't grow as much, I had more energy, and I was content. The only side effect I had was a small rash on my ankle that cleared up in 2 days. At that time, I only had a 28-day supply. I'm 26 now and haven't taken Yasmin since then. I've gained all the weight back plus more, I have way more hair growth, and I'm angry and depressed all the time. I'm willing to try Yasmin again this year."

• Anonymous
• July 8, 2011

For Acne "I've been on Yasmin for about 4 months now. I love it, my face has cleared, and I get little to no cramps. I used to have 8-day-long periods, and now they are 4-5 days and are much lighter. My hair doesn't seem thinner, and I haven't gained weight. I recommend it."

• xob...
• July 12, 2009

For Acne "I have taken Yasmin for 4 months. The 1st month had increased acne, headaches, nausea, tender breasts, and slight irritability. Halfway through the 2nd month, skin started to improve and side effects stopped. My period came on the 2nd day of taking the white placebo pill. Usually, the week before my period, I have painful cramps and have to take painkillers, this time there was no bloating or cramps and pain. On the 3rd month, my skin is starting to heal and look a lot clearer, periods are normal and pain-free. Only mild discomfort half an hour before my period starts. Yasmin will make your skin breakout when you first start taking it, but it will start to improve. After I wash my makeup off, I can't believe how clear my skin is."