A Pregnancy-Safe Skincare Routine

August 20, 2022

By: Truly Beauty

If you’re breastfeeding or newly pregnant, you may be wondering what products you can and can't use in your skincare routine. 

New moms and mamas-to-be need to be especially careful when using certain skincare ingredients and products. Retinol, salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, hydroquinone, and chemical sunscreens are a no-no, as they are known to cause birth defects. 

For the sake of you and your baby's health, we've created a pregnancy-safe skincare routine both for your face and body to keep your skin glowing without any dangerous side effects.

FOR THE FACE

Cleanser

Every good skincare routine starts with a cleanser. Its primary purpose is to "cleanse" the skin of dirt, oil, and product buildup to decongest the pores, prevent breakouts, and enable other skincare products to absorb better.

Moisturizer

With all the hormone fluctuations, it's not unusual to experience dry skin while pregnant. You can fix it by slathering your skin in a hydrating face cream.

Mineral Sunscreen

Some experts insist that chemical sunscreens may be risky during pregnancy. For that reason, we recommend using a broad-spectrum mineral sunscreen only. Choose one formulated with zinc oxide if you can.

SPF is essential, especially since estrogen levels are at their highest while pregnant, putting you at risk of hyperpigmentation like dark spots, and other pigment issues like melasma. 

Apply it to the face and body, daily, and re-apply throughout the day if you spend long periods of time in the sun. Even on cloudy days, it's important to wear sunscreen to shield your skin from skin-damaging UV rays and pollution. 

WHAT ELSE CAN YOU ADD TO YOUR PREGNANCY-SAFE SKINCARE ROUTINE?

Whether you're pregnant or breastfeeding, all mamas need to be aware of what they're putting on their skin. Steer clear of retinoids, salicylic acid, and chemical sunscreens. You can enjoy the same benefits from pregnancy-friendly ingredients like alpha hydroxy acids (lactic acid, glycolic acid), shea butter, and vitamin C, to name a few. Always check with your healthcare provider if you're unsure about any of the products you are currently using.

You can also use sugar and salt-based exfoliants to get that pregnancy glow you crave, and HA-formulated eye creams to wipe away those under eye circles from all those sleepless nights. When using products like toner, always check the ingredients label to weed out those pregnancy no-no ingredients.

If you've got a skin condition like eczema or rosacea, visit your dermatologist for product recommendations. 

There are plenty of pregnancy-safe skincare products out there. You just need to scan ingredients labels. Over at Truly, we have plenty for you to choose from. 

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