SHOULD PREGNANT WOMEN USE COSMETICS?

Most pregnant women acknowledge that what the mother puts into their body can directly affect the growing baby. However, it should be noticed that even products used on the skin can affect your baby. Accordingly, pregnant mothers should pay attention to and "be careful" with the following ingredients in cosmetics in order to have a healthy pregnancy!

Cosmetic ingredients to avoid during pregnancy

• Vitamin A

Actually, a sufficient amount of vitamin A helps to protect the skin from aging issues. However, creams or medications containing retinol (also known as retinyl palmitate - a form of vitamin A) can negatively affect fetal development and cause birth defects.

• Hydroxy acids

Hydroxy acids such as beta hydroxy acids (BHA) and alpha hydroxy acids (AHA) are commonly found in acne/dermatitis treatment products, and some types of facial cleansers, toners, and exfoliating products. Particularly, salicylic acid is the most common BHA which is proved to cause high rate of birth defects and various pregnancy complications if using high doses.

Advices for pregnant women to take care of the body during pregnancy

• Actively protect your baby by limiting your exposure to chemicals such as lead and mercury, especially during the first trimester.
• Nail polishes and hair dyes often contain harmful chemicals. Although there is no clear evidence of adverse effects of these chemicals on the fetus, mothers should avoid using chemicals completely during pregnancy or only use them in well-ventilated spaces.
• Prioritize organic products and pay attention to the manufacturer’s prestige.
• Combined with proper nutrition to have a natural beautiful skin.

It is very important for expectant mothers to be more careful in choosing cosmetics to avoid its negative effects on the health of themselves and the fetus. In some cases, a woman's skin becomes more sensitive during pregnancy; therefore it is possible for mothers to react to cosmetic ingredients that have been used before. For safety, please test the product on a small part of your skin before using it!
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