I have been using for a while.  Didn't really improve my skin much, BUT, I lost weight(about 10 lbs) when i first started and kept it off.  So don't worry, not everyone gains weight. Some people gain a little, some don't see a weight change, some lose weight.

Also, the Nuva Ring has much less hormone than anything else out there, so maybe MM can try the Nuva ring instead of taking the pill or the patch.