Pregnancy is a time when hormonal changes can change your skin significantly – from positive changes like “pregnancy glow” to negative ones like acne. Here are some tips on how you can help your skin remain healthy.

• A GOOD NIGHT’S REST – Sleep is found to have a great effect on the health of the skin. A person who sleeps contently is found to have a glowing skin and the same applies to pregnant women too.
• USE SUNSCREEN – The usage of sunscreen at least SPF 35 and up when going out and even at home will definitely help in slowing the discoloration of the skin for women. Try our Broad Spectrum Sunscreen with SPF 50.
• MOISTURIZE THE SKIN – Provide the skin with sufficient amount of moisture so that the skin remains hydrated. Taking a bath will definitely help in cleansing and toning the skin and also improves the blood circulation in the body. But be cautious that you make use of the right kind of moisturizer depending on the nature of your skin, water based moisturizer is highly recommended.
• DRINK LOTS OF WATER – Water is a natural cleanser of the skin as it flushes out the toxins from the system.
• EATING HEALTHY - Eating healthy and nutritious food also contributes a lot in maintaining a healthy skin tone in pregnant women.
• RETINOIDS - Stop using retinoids (like Retin-A, Tazorac, or Differin, for example) and over-the-counter products with retinol. They are in the same family as Accutane, which you may already have been told to avoid.
• SALICYLIC ACID - Salicylic acid is also not suitable for pregnant women, but can be safely substituted with lactic or glycolic acid, which work similarly. Remember, salicylic acid is a common ingredient in chemical peels as well as skin care products.
• SKINCARE ROUTINE - Wash your face and neck regularly so that it avoids excess oil formation which may lead to developing acne. Try our Daily Essentials Regimen.
• CLOTHING - Wear clothes in which you feel most comfortable in because they might save you from a lot of itching problems. Natural fibers like cotton and wool may serve you better than synthetics.
• STAY COOL – excessive heat can make your itchiness worse. Wear airy loose-fitting clothes and sit in areas with good air circulation and moderate temperatures.