Collection: Skincare for Pregnant Women

Changes in hormones during pregnancy significantly affect the skin. Therefore, skincare for pregnant women should be done with products that are both safe and effective. Here is the essential information you need to know about skincare during pregnancy:

Skin Changes During Pregnancy

Acne: Increased oil production due to elevated progesterone.
Melasma (Mask of pregnancy): Dark spots may appear on sun-exposed areas.
Skin dryness and itching
Striae gravidarum (stretch marks)

Safe Skincare Ingredients During Pregnancy

The following ingredients are generally considered safe:

Ingredient	Benefit
Hyaluronic acid	Moisturizes skin, provides plumpness.
Vitamin C	Evens skin tone, provides antioxidant effect.
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)	Effective against spots, strengthens skin barrier.
Glycolic acid (low concentration)	Provides a gentle exfoliating effect.
Zinc oxide	Mineral sunscreens are safe.
Aloe vera, shea butter	Offers moisturizing and soothing effects.

Ingredients to Avoid During Pregnancy

Some ingredients should be absolutely avoided as they may pose risks to the fetus:

Retinoids (retinol, tretinoin): Risk of birth defects.
Salicylic acid (high concentration): Risky when taken orally, topical use below 2% is recommended.
Benzoyl peroxide: Some doctors allow limited use, always consult a physician.
Hydroquinone: Skin lightener, may have high systemic absorption.
Phthalates, parabens: Believed to have hormonal effects.
Essential oils: Some may cause miscarriage, especially in the first trimester.