Oily skin

[actionjack45]

What would be the best way in clearing oily skin while on cycle ?

 

[samgraves82]

I have never cycled before but have been on cypionate and androgel off and on for 8 years for TRT. I am considering going back to the cyp and dropping the androgel but I have a few questions. In the past when I was cyp only, I would get extremely oily skin, especially on my forehead and around my nose. Is this an estrogen issue or just a side effect of Cyp? Anything to combat it?

I believe its actually an effect of high androgen levels. And before you ask, yes the cup/shot yields waaay more absorption than the gel

 

[P0N]

I believe its actually an effect of high androgen levels. And before you ask, yes the cup/shot yields waaay more absorption than the gel

Yupper that

 

[Mobster]

Obviously if it's a real issue... don't use Cyp

 

[SkinnyXenos]

micro dosing helps me with my terrible backne. also, washing back 2-3 times per day, especially after sweating. also, i douse myself with rubbing alcohol frequently, especially when i dont have time to take a shower. my backne has noticeably improved since i started doing these things!

 

[RoySimpson]

Rubbing alcohol?? It works?

 

[stevesmi]

you should focus on running a proper dose of TRT to limit this issue. also sometimes the oil will leak out of your skin depending on what is in it. try changing brands

 

[~Vision~]

I have never cycled before but have been on cypionate and androgel off and on for 8 years for TRT. I am considering going back to the cyp and dropping the androgel but I have a few questions. In the past when I was cyp only, I would get extremely oily skin, especially on my forehead and around my nose. Is this an estrogen issue or just a side effect of Cyp? Anything to combat it?

ALL hormones can effect sebum levels, androgen's are more aggressive, but estro can do the same, especially the fluctuation with hormones..
just shower more frequently

 

[RickRock]

I have never cycled before but have been on cypionate and androgel off and on for 8 years for TRT. I am considering going back to the cyp and dropping the androgel but I have a few questions. In the past when I was cyp only, I would get extremely oily skin, especially on my forehead and around my nose. Is this an estrogen issue or just a side effect of Cyp? Anything to combat it?

It can happen anytime hormone levels are increased exogenously. Its mostly genetic. Some get it and some dont

 

[Enlitenedhooman]

I get it when my estrogen levels elevate or I use additional androgens. Salicylic acid and moisturizer seem to help.

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Rubbing alcohol?? It works?

It will really dry out your skin, especially higher concentrations of isopropyl. Definitely need to use moisturizer if using it.

 

[sunshinestateofmind]

I had that problem when i first started TRT. My back and shoulders were covered in acne. I am so grateful it wasn't on my face!

The doctor was giving me a 300mg injection every other week with no AI. I switched doctors and got a smaller weekly dose with an AI with the option of doing 2 smaller injections each week.

I also ordered Tretinoin gel from Alldaychemist.com. Those two changes cleared me up fairly quick and I've never had another problem.

Be careful with the Tretinoin gel. It'll dry your skin big time if you over use it. It comes in different strengths also.

You can also try a tanning bed. Those really help as well. Even more effective than the sun IMO.

 

[cbbram]

Increase in Testosterone can definitely cause oily skin. Use a facial cleanser a few times a day