Pregnancy is a transformative time when taking care of your skin becomes even more crucial. Throughout this journey, it's essential to prioritize pregnancy-safe skincare ingredients and procedures that ensure the well-being of both you and your baby. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of pregnancy-safe skincare and procedures, while highlighting ingredients to avoid and those that are safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
During pregnancy, hormonal changes can lead to various skin concerns, making it vital to adopt a safe and effective skincare routine. Here are some guidelines to consider when selecting pregnancy-safe ingredients:
INGREDIENTS TO AVOID WHILE PREGNANT:
Retinol and Retin-A
Benzoyl Peroxide
Hydroquinone
Salicylic Acid
Chemical SPF (oxybenzone, octocrylene, octinoxate)
INGREDIENTS TO AVOID WHILE BREASTFEEDING:
Dysport
SAFE INGREDIENTS WHILE PREGNANT:
Mandelic Acid
Vitamin C
Charcoal
Glycolic Acid
Azelaic Acid
Mineral-based Sunscreens
Niacinamide
SAFE INGREDIENTS WHILE BREASTFEEDING:
Mandelic Acid
Vitamin C
Charcoal
Glycolic Acid
Azelaic Acid
Mineral-based Sunscreens
Niacinamide
SAFE PROCEDURES WHILE PREGNANT:
Dermaplaning
Microdermabrasion
Hydrafacial
DiamondGlow
Aquagold (without numbing cream)
INCORPORATING SAFE SKINCARE PRODUCTS:
When selecting skincare products during pregnancy and breastfeeding, consider pregnancy-safe formulations such as:
SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic
SkinCeuticals Triple Lipid Repair
SkinCeuticals Hydrating B5 Gel
SkinMedica’s Essential Defense Broad Spectrum Mineral Shield
SkinMedica’s TNS Advanced+
SkinMedica’s HA5
Maintaining a safe and nurturing skincare routine during pregnancy and breastfeeding is essential for both you and your baby's well-being. By avoiding potentially harmful ingredients and incorporating safe alternatives, such as mandelic acid, vitamin C, charcoal, glycolic acid, azelaic acid, mineral-based sunscreens, and niacinamide, you can effectively address skin concerns while ensuring the safety of your pregnancy or breastfeeding journey. Additionally, safe skincare procedures like dermaplaning, microdermabrasion, hydrafacial, DiamondGlow, and Aquagold offer opportunities to enhance skin health and radiance. Embrace the joy of motherhood while prioritizing your skin's health with pregnancy-safe skincare and procedures.
If you have any questions about treatments or skin care that are safe during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, we are here to help! You can reach us at (720) 629-8921, or you can book a New Client Consultation to learn more. We're happy to answer any questions you may have and guide you through the process.