These are a big no-no ❌ ingredients during pregnancy and the earlier you bid them a goodbye, the better it is.
Listen up Mamas, avoid the usage of these ingredients and embrace your journey of motherhood.
Following are an absolute NO during pregnancy :
- Retinoids (topical & oral)
- Hydroquinone
- Arbutin (derivative of hydroquinone)
- Most cosmetic procedures like botox, lasers, fillers, etc
However, these MAYBE used but only after consulting your Obstetrician :
- Chemical sunscreens : no studies have stated that the use of chemical filters is said to be unsafe in pregnancy. But the application of it on the entire body throughout the day is not suggested since there's a possibility of it going through the lipid layer of the skin as well as placenta.
- BHA (less than 2% or used as a short contact therapy like a mask or cleanser)
- Benzoyl peroxide : you'll get mixed reviews about this ingredient. Using it as a cleanser is the safest way to include it in your pregnancy skincare regime.
