"i have never been on any pill, my acne was getting really severe so my doctor suggested tri-cyclen lo.  the first two months on tri-cyclen lo made me get cystic breakouts and i was miserable.  i finally switched my birth control to gianvi, this has been the best alternative to cleaning my skin.  i haven&#039;t had any negative side effects and my skin is finally clear! the only downside is the increase in appetite, i haven&#039;t gained any weight i live a healthy life style-eat clean and workout regularly.  but i&#039;m constantly hungry! besides that my skin looks its best that it has in years! now i only need to get rid of my blemishes.  i would highly recommend gianvi, your period is light, you don&#039;t experience nausea or mood swings."