I have been on June since 2017. It was the first birth control I have ever been on, prescribed to me after entering my first relationship, and I must say, the experience was great!
It important to note while reading these reviews that symptoms may vary depending on each person body type, medical history, genetics, etc.
I’m naturally thin, so although I was hoping for some weight gain, I didn’t experience any, just my breast growing about a cup size larger. My periods usually last 7 days, but as I was taking Junel, my periods became shorter and lighter, and a few months in, I stopped bleeding entirely. I also suffered from acne before taking the pill, but after about 2 or 3 months in, my skin completely cleared up, and remained clear for the rest of my time on the pill. These were the only effects that I experienced, and for me they were all positive.
I stopped taking Junel after 4 years, in 2021, due to the fact that me and my then boyfriend broke up, and I was not having sex. Immediately after, my acne came back, and it got even worse, my boobs got smaller, and my period returned, although it shortened to about 4-5 days, I believe this was possibly due to me switching to organic pads/tampons, and not wearing tampons as much.
Fast forward to last month, I’m in a new relationship, and my partner and I had an unexpected pregnancy, the plan B didn’t work. I had to take an abortion pill, which caused me to experience major cramps and bleeding that lasted for over 2 weeks. I got back on Junel, my trusted brand, and immediately the cramping and bleeding stopped. It’s been two weeks since I’ve been back on. My boobs haven’t grown too much, although they were already bigger from the pregnancy, I haven’t gained any weight, my skin is beginning to clear up again, and I haven’t had any terrible symptoms.
I just wanted to share my experience, because it has been pleasant. But I am seeing comments with contrasting results, so keep in mind that results may vary. I never suffered from intense menstrual pains, I am naturally thin, with a fast metabolism, I never had any underlining health issues prior to use, and I never suffered from migraines, or any other forms of chronic pains. This may or may not play a part in my experience, but it’s with noting. My recommendation is to just consult with a doctor and run necessary test prior to use.
Good luck on your birth control journey! :)Read More Read Less