"i was switched to alesse 3 months ago when my other bc brand was discontinued. experienced a face rash as soon as i finished my first pack to start my period which lasted the entirety of that week. have had no other side effects until again recently i experienced a more intense rash on my arms, legs and lower back but was in the middle of my pack for month 3, which lasted for about 4 days and now spotting a week before my period is supposed to start. i&rsquo;ve never had a rash in my life before taking alesse, i&rsquo;ve been on bc for 2 years and the only side effect i ever had was spotting when i first started. would not recommend alesse if you have sensitive skin (i don&rsquo;t) or react badly to medications"