AAS and Acne

[Girthcertificate]

Just like the title says, looking to get some more insight on this.

First cycle I ran 500mg test E a week and ended up getting acne on my chest,arms,back, and a little on my face. My back and chest acne were cystic which really sucked and was painful.

Anywho after cycle I hoped on accutane and it cleared it up within 5 months.

My question is, next cycle I’m looking to do(per week) 400 primo/400 test.

Would it be better acne wise to just run straight primo since it will have less sides? Let’s say 600 a week?

I know hormone fluctuations will cause acne in general, but is it specifically or more so Estrogen that causes this or a combo of the two?

Asked my dermatologist and she wouldn’t answer my questions as she has a strong suspicion I’m asking these questions because I’m looking to use gear. Which she does not support.

Anyway any advice on the topic would be awesome as I try to do more research myself.

 

[T&H]

Just like the title says, looking to get some more insight on this.

First cycle I ran 500mg test E a week and ended up getting acne on my chest,arms,back, and a little on my face. My back and chest acne were cystic which really sucked and was painful.

Anywho after cycle I hoped on accutane and it cleared it up within 5 months.

My question is, next cycle I’m looking to do(per week) 400 primo/400 test.

Would it be better acne wise to just run straight primo since it will have less sides? Let’s say 600 a week?

I know hormone fluctuations will cause acne in general, but is it specifically or more so Estrogen that causes this or a combo of the two?

Asked my dermatologist and she wouldn’t answer my questions as she has a strong suspicion I’m asking these questions because I’m looking to use gear. Which she does not support.

Anyway any advice on the topic would be awesome as I try to do more research myself.

Don't run just straight Primo, ever. I'd try the 400/400 and see if you have a problem at all, maybe the addition of Primo will help prevent bad acne. If you end up getting it bad, could lower test and raise Primo to see if any improvement happens.

Unfortunately acne appears to be a genetic response for some. I have used test, Primo, mast at all kinds of doses and don't have acne or even hair loss. Might have to experiment a little and see how you respond. I think you learned it's probably good to have Accutane on hand in case.

 

[Hesoprimaltho]

for me, mk677 at a low dose around 12.5mg eod has always been INCREDIBLY valuable specifically for its skin related properties. taking the lower dose and staggering it to eod helps minimize the extra water and the hunger sides. I've always taken berberine to assist with insulin related issues, but I do monitor bs regularly and Ive run mk upwards of a year or so straight. Take it at night, before you lay down... most people say things like "watch your carbs" etc, but tbh you should be doing that anyway, so it shouldnt be much of a lifestyle change.

 

[boophomet]

for me, mk677 at a low dose around 12.5mg eod has always been INCREDIBLY valuable specifically for its skin related properties. taking the lower dose and staggering it to eod helps minimize the extra water and the hunger sides. I've always taken berberine to assist with insulin related issues, but I do monitor bs regularly and Ive run mk upwards of a year or so straight. Take it at night, before you lay down... most people say things like "watch your carbs" etc, but tbh you should be doing that anyway, so it shouldnt be much of a lifestyle change.

That's new, I've never heard of using MK677 for skin issues. Is it similar to the skin quality people report from taking HGH?

 

[CPT]

I second the low dose accutane advice. Acne gone

 

[akrmbdnt]

I got acne all over the place for my first cycle as well (500 mg). Planning to use lower dose of test with another compound on my next cycle.