Acne and Pregnancy : What Products Can You Use?
I got this question from a reader, and thought I would share it with everyone since some other women out there may have the same questions.Â
Question : Hello,
I was reading some articles on your website and there seem to be a lot of great alternative type products that are successful at treating acne. I was wondering if you know of a topical product that is safe to use during pregnancy? I have read that ‘tea tree oil‘ should be avoided as well as salicylic acid (Not sure of the spelling). Please let me know if there is an article that you can direct me to or if you know of a good product.Â
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Thank you,
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Answer :
Hello. While I couldn’t find much on why some topical products for acne are not recommended during pregnancy, I was able to find that benzoyl peroxide, and unfortunately like you said, my favorite (salicylic acid) is not recommended during pregnancy.Â
Why exactly I’m not sure, but of course someone who knows about chemical reactions, etc. during pregnancy did the research. I just like salicylic acid better than benzoyl peroxide because I find it has a less drying effect and also does a great job at exfoliating dead skin layers and exposing fresh, new skin.Â
However, benzoyl peroxide will do as a second best during pregnancy, I would just use it in moderation. I was also able to find this product called Belli Acne Clearing Face Wash, that is recommended for acne during pregnancy which uses lactic acid as it’s weapon, and it is a face wash specifically made/marketed for pregnant women with acne.Â
Lactic acid is an awesome exfoliant, and also helps to clear the pores of debris, going deep to penetrate and clear the pores of blackhead causing and pore clogging oil and dirt, so I’d give this a thumbs up. While I know this isn’t a comprehensive answer to your question, I certainly hope it helps some! Good luck in your search for a pregnancy acne solution!Â
August 15, 2008 at 11:38 amDaphne
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I swear by the Acne Wash by Belli Skin Care.
My OB recommended it-and said I shouldn’t be using any other brand during my pregnancy-since they are the only brand that teratology screens!