{"id":1045,"date":"2022-05-22T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-05-22T06:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/?p=1045"},"modified":"2023-12-27T17:03:50","modified_gmt":"2023-12-27T17:03:50","slug":"a-dermatologists-guide-to-pregnancy-safe-skincare","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/a-dermatologists-guide-to-pregnancy-safe-skincare\/","title":{"rendered":"Ask A Dermatologist: Pregnancy-Safe Skincare &#038; Suncare"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/210324_DR_MALVINA_PREGNANCY_SAFE_SKINCARE-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1047\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Link to share article here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul 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Suncare<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Pregnancy is a time to take stock of your skincare regime, embrace <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/what-does-skinimilism-actually-mean\/\">skinimalism<\/a> and swap in products with certain <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/our-ingredients\">active ingredients<\/a> for their pregnancy-safe alternatives.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But where to start? At first glance, prenatal skincare can feel like a minefield. You may be preparing for a baby but that doesn\u2019t mean skin concerns like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/the-skin-and-me-guide-to-acne\/\">acne<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/melasma-101%ef%bf%bc\/\">melasma<\/a> disappear overnight. Plus, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/skincare-and-the-sun-guide-freckles-sun-spots-spf-and-makeup-know-how\/\">sun protection<\/a> \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-whats-better-chemical-or-mineral-sunscreen\/\">pregnancy-safe sunscreen<\/a> \u2013 is as important as ever.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We check in with our Consultant Dermatologist, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/meet-the-team\">Dr Malvina Cunningham<\/a> to simplify things.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Acne treatment when you\u2019re pregnant<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Acne is one of the big issues that women can face during pregnancy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr Malvina explains, \u201cAcne can flare or start, particularly in the first trimester. So, if you can, get your skin sorted before you plan a pregnancy so that you\u2019re starting from a great baseline.\u201d If you\u2019re making plans to get pregnant, it\u2019s worth investing in your skin in advance. Ahead of pregnancy, get your skin in tip-top condition with a simple but effective skincare routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><em>If you\u2019re making plans to get pregnant, it\u2019s worth investing in your skin in advance.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is azelaic acid safe during pregnancy?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019re pregnant, there are still plenty of active ingredients you can use safely to tackle acne, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ingredient-deep-dive-azelaic-acid\/\">azelaic acid<\/a> and benzoyl peroxide. Dr Malvina explains, \u201cAzelaic acid is available over the counter at lower concentration but can be prescribed at higher concentrations of 15% and 20%. Benzoyl peroxide is also considered safe in pregnancy at low concentrations. It can be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/dry-skin-101-dry-skin-causes-symptoms-and-treatment\/\">drying<\/a> and even <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-am-i-having-a-reaction-to-my-skincare\/\">irritant<\/a> for some, particularly if you have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/dry-skin-101-dry-skin-causes-symptoms-and-treatment\/\">dry<\/a> or sensitive skin, so start low (such as 3%) and go up to a maximum of 5%. It\u2019s great for putting directly onto <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/blog-skinandme-com-ask-a-dermatologist-where-do-my-spots-come-from\/\">spots<\/a>, too. Alternatively, you can use a low dose of salicylic acid that\u2019s available over the counter, such as at 2%, as spot treatment but don\u2019t go any higher in your dosage.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Topical clindamycin and pregnancy<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/our-ingredients\">Clindamycin<\/a> is a topical antibiotic used to soothe inflammation in the skin. We don\u2019t recommend it for pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Chemical exfoliants and pregnancy<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Missing your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/skincare-and-acids-guide-ahas-bhas-and-your-routine\/\">chemical exfoliants<\/a>? Good news. Dr Malvina says, \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/skincare-and-acids-guide-ahas-bhas-and-your-routine\/\">AHAs<\/a> can be used, but skin in pregnancy can be more sensitive so use add only if needed and if other pregnancy-safe ingredients are tolerated.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/the-skin-and-me-guide-to-acne\/\">acne<\/a> is really getting you down during pregnancy, there are other options too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cIf your skin runs into more trouble and the ingredients I\u2019ve mentioned aren\u2019t working then there are additional topical and even oral antibiotics that can sometimes be used for a short amount of time but this would be under the direction of your healthcare professional who can advise you and prescribe as needed.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you have the basics sorted to help tackle <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/the-skin-and-me-guide-to-acne\/\">acne<\/a>. \u201cAs always, make sure that you are using a simple consistent skincare routine consisting of twice-daily cleansing and moisturising as well as a daily sunscreen.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><em>\u201cAs always, make sure that you are using a simple consistent skincare routine consisting of twice-daily cleansing and moisturising as well as daily sunscreen.\u201d<\/em><\/p><cite>DR MALVINA CUNNINGHAM<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Treating and preventing melasma during pregnancy<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Many expectant mothers develop <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/melasma\">melasma<\/a>, which, although harmless, can affect self-confidence. Mostly affecting women with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/myth-busting-black-skin-care-from-a-dermatology-prescriber\/n.org.uk\/condition\/melasma\/\">darker skin tone<\/a>, it appears as dark, confetti-like patches of skin on the forehead, upper lip, nose and cheeks. It\u2019s sometimes called the \u2018mask of pregnancy\u2019.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr Malvina says, \u201cThis can be a real problem and either come on or worsen during pregnancy. And the usual prescription treatments, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/blog-skinandme-com-the-difference-between-retinol-and-retinoids\/\">retinoids<\/a> (including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/our-ingredients\/tretinoin\">tretinoin<\/a>) and hydroquinone, cannot be used during pregnancy.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, there are ways to guard against it. \u201cAs always, if you can prepare your skin before pregnancy and get into the habit of wearing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/skincare-and-the-sun-guide-freckles-sun-spots-spf-and-makeup-know-how\/\">sunscreen<\/a> daily. There has been a bit of debate regarding the safety of chemical sunscreens although they are generally regarded as safe. If you are worried, go for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-whats-better-chemical-or-mineral-sunscreen\/\">mineral sunscreen<\/a> containing iron or titanium dioxide and wear it daily.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Azelaic acid, melasma and pregnancy<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to tackle <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/melasma\">melasma<\/a> once it\u2019s appeared, once again make <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ingredient-deep-dive-azelaic-acid\/\">azelaic acid<\/a> your go-to ingredient. You can get it over the counter or as part of a prescription. There are also other options that can help treat <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/melasma-101%ef%bf%bc\/\">melasma<\/a> during pregnancy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr Malvina explains, \u201cOther active ingredients that are great to incorporate are vitamin C as well as niacinamide, which are both well tolerated and can help brighten the skin.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pregnancy doesn\u2019t have to mean a compromised skincare routine \u2013 it just means looking a little more closely at your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-what-ingredients-are-in-my-skincare\/\">ingredients list<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re in doubt, you can take our Skin + Me online <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/consultation\/sign-up\/all-about-you\/skin-goals\">consultation<\/a>, where our experts can advise on a personalised solution containing active ingredients that are safe for pregnancy, but effective for your skin goals.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pregnancy-safe suncare<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned previously, good <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/skincare-and-the-sun-guide-freckles-sun-spots-spf-and-makeup-know-how\/\">sun protection<\/a> is essential at all life stages and pregnancy is no different. All daily sun protection is better than nothing (cover your skin as a first resort). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-whats-better-chemical-or-mineral-sunscreen\/\">Chemical vs. mineral sunscreen<\/a>? 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