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Sep 20, 2018 - The best skin-care products for pregnant women, according to dermatologists. The derms we spoke to on what types of acids within each category were safe. Said that certain acids like glycolic, lactic, malic, and mandelic acids, are okay to use. Cuisinart Dutch Ovens Are Over 40 Percent Off Right Now.
Modern lore says she who is with child radiates with a glowing complexion and lustrous hair. But, in reality, that rosy look isn't at all de rigueur. “You’re told you’re going to be this glowing, beautiful pregnant lady, and that is often not the case,” says Heather Rogers, MD, a Seattle-based dermatologist. In fact, many pregnant women suffer from worsening acne, intensified dark spots, and other not-so-awesome skin issues. And, even more experience dilated blood vessels and increased blood flow to the skin, which results in a flushed look and sensitivity. This uneasiness often stems from reading every study out there. Yes, released earlier this year, suggests toxins in everyday items, including cosmetics, could damage the brains of fetuses — possibly contributing to lower IQs, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorder.
But, says Dr. Rogers, this doesn’t mean you should altogether forsake glycolic and salicylic acids, benzoyl peroxide, or even retinol — you just have to know how and when to use them. And, if you're pregnant, you should be gentler with your skin, she says: “As a general rule, you want to use less abrasive, less medicated products.”.