The pregnancy glow is one of the physiological changes many women look forward to while they are pregnant. But sometimes it’s just a mythic that many females don’t get the glow they expected and just the skin changes dramatically. Therefore, you need to make sure the skin care routine is the right one for your hormone changes and safe for your baby. Read on to find out the perfect pregnancy-safe skin care routine.
Gentle skincare routine
The number one skincare routine you should remember is “Gentle”. You should use the gentle products and take simple skincare routine during your pregnancy. And moisturizing and hydrating are very important. The best routine is to apply a hydrator first to moisture into your skin. Then, wear a moisturizer to keep water throughout the day. Remember, the key is to keep it simple and gentle!
Exfoliator
We all know that exfoliating is necessary no matter you are pregnant or not. It is suggested to gently exfoliate two to three times a week. It helps remove dead skin cells on the surface so that the skin care products can penetrate properly. During your pregnancy, you can use baking soda or sugar with honey to exfoliate your skin. It’s natural and not harmful to your baby.
Ingredients to Eliminate
Bear in mind that you have many ingredients that you need to avoid in your skincare routine when you’re pregnant. That includes Vitamin A/retinol, phthalates, ammonia, hydroquinone, and prescription acne medications. You can find those ingredients in skincare, perfume and even nail polishes. You should also avoid professional skin treatments like Botox and laser during pregnancy.
Chest and Neck
Apart from your face, the chest and neck are the parts that you have to pay attention to during your pregnancy. As you gain weight and your skin get expanded, you need to take your chest and neck in the skincare routine. Apply firming gel and serum to your chest and neck every morning and evening for at least one month to keep your skin soft, healthy and radiant throughout your pregnancy and postpartum.
