Pregnancy changes a lot. Your routine, your priorities, and of course your SKIN!
From excessive dryness and sensitivity to pigmentation and breakouts, a lot happens. At the same time, it becomes confusing to pick the right skincare products during pregnancy. That’s because many of them contain toxins that can harm you and your baby at this crucial time.
So, instead of feeling overwhelmed with the plethora of skincare choices, you should focus on the ingredients they contain. And whether or not they are safe during this stage.
In this blog, we’ll be simplifying it for you. We’ll talk about the scientifically approved ingredients that are both safe and effective to use during pregnancy.
Keep reading!
Why You Need to Rethink Skincare During Pregnancy
While pregnant, your body becomes more sensitive (hormonally, as well as in a way that it starts reacting to ingredients it normally wouldn’t).
That’s why certain ingredients, such as hydroquinone and retinoids, are best to avoid, or at the very least, use with caution during this stage. Research shows that these have potentially harmful effects on your developing baby.
So next, we’ll take a look at the list of ingredients that are actually safe and can be used worry-free as part of your pregnancy skincare:
Hyaluronic Acid – The Ultimate Hydration Hero
This naturally occurring moisturiser is completely safe to use during pregnancy because it does not penetrate your skin’s bloodstream too deeply. It provides intense moisture and helps build a protective barrier on your skin, making it feel soft and plump.
So if your skin feels extremely dry, tight, or irritated during pregnancy, hyaluronic acid-based skincare could be your best option to soothe and hydrate.
Ceramides & Peptides – Barrier Repair Essentials
Ceramides and peptides are two essential ingredients for repairing your skin barrier. Additionally, they also keep your skin healthy and hydrated throughout your pregnancy.
As your skin barrier weakens and becomes more reactive during your pregnancy, ceramides and peptides can help restore the barrier strength, lock in moisture, and reduce skin sensitivity.
Bakuchiol – The Gentle Alternative to Retinol
If you’ve been told that retinol is not safe during pregnancy, it’s correct! But what if you want the benefits of retinol without its risks during pregnancy?.
That is why bakuchiol is a great option! Bakuchiol is derived from the Psoralea corylifolia plant and is known to:
- Improve skin texture
- Assist in collagen production
- Diminish the appearance of pigmentation and fine lines
The most relevant aspect of bakuchiol during pregnancy is that it delivers similar benefits as retinol without the associated risks or irritation.
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Coffee Extract – More Than A Wakeup Call
Not only does coffee get you going in the morning, but it makes a fantastic addition to your skincare routine. Rich in caffeine and antioxidants, coffee extract helps:
- Improve blood circulation
- Reduce puffiness (especially under the eyes)
- Support brighter, more energised-looking skin
- Striover™ – A Modern Approach to Stretch Mark Care
Stretch marks can be common during pregnancy. Although normal, many women would like to find ways to support their skin through this stage.
Striover™ is a clinically proven active specifically designed for the care of stretch marks by:
- Supporting the skin’s elasticity
- Improving the skin texture
- Reducing the appearance of stretch marks over time
What makes Striover™ special is that it was developed through targeted research on skin behaviour during stretching. Thus making it more specialised than just regular moisturisers.
Final Takeaway
Pregnancy doesn’t mean putting your skincare on hold or skipping it altogether. It simply means choosing better, safer ingredients, since some (like retinol) may not be suitable during this time.
This is also a good time to look for brands that are specifically formulated with the needs of pregnant women in mind. One such very popular brand is AreoVeda.
Each of AreoVeda products is made using natural, gentle ingredients that have been tested on lab-grown human skin cells first to make sure they’re safe and effective for even the most sensitive skin.
