Pregnancy safe skin care

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When you're pregnant, of course there's the glow everyone talks about. Unfortunately, hormone surges can also manifest as new and exciting skin issues like acne, dark spots, dry or greasy patches, dullness, redness or extra sensitivity. And while you may have a pre-pregnancy skincare routine in place, there's a good chance not everything you're currently using is one: suited to your newfound needs or two: safe for baby. Skin care during pregnancy My favorite part of my pregnancy was my second trimester. It was prime time! I had the mom-to-be glow, and my skin tone was even and radiant. I felt beautiful.

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Hydrocolloid patches aren’t just TikTok fodder, they’re a mainstay in medicine. They’ve long been used to speed healing by creating the ideal environment for wounds — and pregnancy pimples certainly qualify as such. These clear, pectin-based discs absorb fluid and gunk from blemishes — without delivering potentially irksome ingredients — to “noticeably minimize zits in six to 12 hours,” says Kinjo. Bonus: They thwart the mindless picking that can lead to scarring. Pregnancy skin care routine Aside from the same ailments that plague the general population, there are some rashes that are specific to pregnancy, but also some common rashes that may be harmful in pregnancy when otherwise would be considered benign.Chicken pox, parvo virus, and pityriasis rosea are examples of otherwise usually benign rashes that require extra attention in pregnancy.In general, any rash should be evaluated by a dermatologist as to prevent any complications.Common rashes may also worsen, such as dandruff, and your provider may change the regimen to safer products so it is always worth discussing all oral and topical medications with your OB/GYN at your prenatal visit.

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The pregnancy glow is neither a miracle nor a myth. Expectant mothers sometimes enjoy glowy, rosy skin due to an increase in circulation because higher estrogen hormone levels (alone with other factors) cause blood vessels to proliferate. The increase in blood volume that happens during pregnancy also results in more blood flow to the skin. And both estrogen and progesterone hormones contribute to dilated (more opened up) blood vessels. Not only does your complexion look more radiant, but your face may even appear fuller (hello, plump skin). You can thank your baby-to-be for your baby’s-bottom-smooth complexion. Sign up for offers, product news, and tips What was your pregnancy skincare routine? What’s been working for you? Tell us all the details, we love to hear it!

Eye cream for pregnancy

The hormonal fluctuations and increased androgen production that happen during pregnancy can result in acne. While we know that strong medications like Accutane should be avoided, the jury is out on more common acne-fighting ingredients like benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid. Brighten Up Vitamin C Serum For more information: Privacy Statement