For females, sometimes the solution to acne is birth control pills. Doctors sometimes prescribe oral contraceptives which block androgen receptors. Both oral contraceptives. These work internally to mediate the effects of male hormones, which are crutial to the development of acne. Both options come with numerous side effects and should be carefully researched and then discussed with a trusted physician before coming to an educated decision on whether this works for you. Some of the side effects include nausea, headache, breast tenderness, bloating, fatigue, irritability, mood changes, dizziness, weight gain, loss of libido, high blood pressure, and vaginal infections. Less common and more serious side effects include blood clots, heart problems and possibly increased cancer risk.Your doctor can give you more information.