Talking about birth control is still weirdly taboo, even though millions of people use it every single day. But the conversation around birth control is becoming more open, thanks to celebrities.
More and more celebrities are breaking the silence and getting candid about it. They are using their platforms to share their own experiences—the good, the bad, and the complicated.
Here, we’ll discuss what some of the famous faces have shared about their birth control journeys.
#1 Halsey
Halsey has been very open about her struggles with endometriosis.
It’s a condition where tissue similar to the uterus lining grows outside the uterus, often in the pelvic area. Of course, it’s painful and causes heavy bleeding and potentially infertility.
Birth control has helped Halsey manage her endometriosis pain. She opened up about it in a 2016 tweet.
The American singer-songwriter discussed her journey in a YouTube video with her doctor.
While it’s not a cure, it has played a big role in regulating her cycle and reducing some of the debilitating pain. However, even with birth control, the battle hasn’t been easy. She has undergone multiple surgeries to remove excess endometrial tissue, highlighting how relentless the condition can be.
By sharing her story, she’s doing way more than just talking about it. Halsey’s making so many people with endometriosis feel like they are not alone.
#2 Hailey Bieber
Hailey Bieber has also been pretty candid about her birth control journey. But it hasn’t always been smooth sailing for her. Her experience with birth control was a wake-up call for many.
In an interview with People magazine, she admitted to using birth control for two years.
Hailey, who was promoting Bare Minerals makeup at the time, mentioned that it caused her skin to break out. Later, she found out that it was spiking up one of her hormone levels. Shape reported that Hailey experienced breakouts after getting an IUD.
An IUD is a tiny, T-shaped device that goes inside the uterus to stop you from getting pregnant.
While IUDs are generally considered safe, the non-hormonal copper IUD, Paragard, has been linked to serious complications. Many women have reported painful side effects, and in some cases, the device has broken inside the body.
According to TorHoerman Law, potential injuries include internal bleeding, pelvic inflammatory disease, organ damage, and perforation of the uterus lining. Thus, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that women are filing lawsuits for the damages suffered.
The Paragard lawsuit, filed against Teva Pharmaceuticals, alleges that the company failed to warn users of the risks linked with its IUD.
#3 Kendall Jenner
Unlike some of the other celebs on this list, Kendall Jenner’s reason for going on birth control wasn’t about contraception but about acne.
The American model and socialite started using birth control to manage zits. There was even an episode of “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” titled “Kendall Goes on Birth Control.” This episode aired back in 2011. The synopsis mentions her dad, Bruce (now Caitlyn), finding out she was taking it.
Kendall later revealed that she got on birth control at 16 to minimize her breakouts. But once she stopped taking it for health reasons in 2018, her acne came back. She mentioned this in an interview while talking about her partnership with Proactiv.
However, individual reactions can vary. Plus, it’s important to find the right dosage and type, which only a healthcare professional can help you with.
#4 Jhené Aiko
Singer Jhené Aiko has distractingly good skin.
Her skincare routine gives her skin an ultra-perfect gleam. Her clear complexion isn’t just from pricey products, however. Turns out, birth control is partially responsible for her glowing skin.
She once spilled the tea in an Instagram comment about her beauty routine. Jhené mentioned that she takes birth control pills. She said it helps with her cystic acne.
Initially, Jhené thought her glowing skin was due to other things. She takes collagen pills and drinks special water. Apple cider vinegar and supplements and Fraxel treatments are also part of her routine.
But she later realized the pill played a big role. Interestingly, Jhené experienced a ruptured ovarian cyst after starting birth control.
Her openness connects birth control to skincare. It highlights that it’s not just about preventing pregnancy. Birth control can also help with conditions like ovarian cysts and acne.
See, celebs are just normal beings. Jhené, Hailey, Halsey, and Kendall have all navigated the world of birth control for different reasons. These range from getting clearer skin to managing chronic pain. Their openness helps make talking about this important topic less taboo. It reminds us that everyone’s journey with birth control is different and valid.