Hello again! Kojic soap is very safe during pregnancy. Rosehip oil = vitamin A = retinol = danger. You can read the full safety report here. I just did a medical literature search and theres no data to support that. It goes without saying that you should avoid oral retinoids when pregnant, but you should also avoid topical retinol. Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Alcohol, Methyl Gluceth-20, Butylene Glycol, Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Water, Xanthan Gum, Octyldodeceth-16, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium Edta, Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Seed Oil, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Tocopherol. Acne-prone skin: Salicylic acid is a good choice . are there any pregnancy safe facial SPF lotions that you would recommend?! Ginseng is ok topically while pregnant, but if it causes you any worry then I would just avoid it. Geranyl acetate. Just bought the Kiehls facial cleanser and super multi-corrective cream that was mentioned that are safe to use. So, since it cant get in, and your body is already making it anyways, definitely feel that it is safe to keep using HA in your products. Red Henna Fair Trade Organic Cocoa Butter Indigo Herb Ground Coffee Fresh Organic Lemon Juice Irish Moss Powder Clove Bud Oil *Citral *Eugenol *Geraniol *Citronellol *Limonene *Linalool Perfume. As I call out the ingredient of concern for every product, if youre ok with Licorice root it is very easy for you to still use those products, just look for the ones where only licorice root is mentioned as a concern. As far as I know, it contains a lot of vitamin A, which is recommended to avoid during pregnancy, even topically. I cant seem to find any info on this one, do you know anything about it? Instead I rely on reading the medical literature and talking to dermatologists and OBs. Pregnant women often suffer from dark spots called melasma. Thank you for taking the time out to put us expectant mothers at ease. Hyaluronic acid is basically the same thing as Sodium Hyaluronate. Forget about using a brightening serum that contains hydroquinone. Thank you so much! If youre ok with them, then you can ignore my warnings about them. The placenta is basically a big sieve, it lets things through in a very non-specific (and size based) fashion. I would like to ask if this product is safe: M.Asam Magic Finish. The "International Journal of Cosmetic Science" published a study that says soy works like retinoic acid. They also had the animals ingest large amounts and the same effects were NOT seen. How do you know they arent being circulated and heading directly towards the placenta? Thanks in advance! Would you mind checking two of the other main products I use for safety? Many brands are claiming this is a natural retinoid alternative that works the same way as other retinoids. Flower Supernova- Heptyl Undecylenate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Jojoba Esters, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Dextrin Palmitate/Hexyldecanoate, Squalane, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Aleurites Moluccana Seed Oil, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Rosmarinum Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Alo Barbadensis Flower Extract, Tin Oxide, Curcuma Longa (Tumeric) Root Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract. 2) Lancme Advanced Genifique Youth Activating Concentrate Aqua/Water/Eau, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Glycerin, Alcohol Denat., Dimethicone, Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Adenosine, Faex Extract/Yeast Extract/Extrait De Levure, PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Salicyloyl Phytosphingosine, Ammonium Polyacryldimethyltauramide/Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Limonene, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Octyldodecanol, Citronellol, Parfum/Fragrance. I really appreciate your time and expertise. But basically, when fed extremely large amounts of this chemical, rats had infertility. Could you let me know if either or both are safe and if not if there are any cleansing balms you would recommend for sensitive acneic skin? BELIF The True Cream Aqua Bomb Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Methl Trimethicone, Alcohol Denat, Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Malakite Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, PEG/PPG/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin, Alchemilla Vulgaris Leaf Extract*, Equisetum Arvense Leaf Extract*, Stellaria Media (Chickweed) Extract*, Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Leaf Extract*, Plantago Lanceolata Leaf Extract*, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract**, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract**, Nepeta Cataria Extract**, Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Leaf Extract**, Baptisia Tinctoria Root Extract**, Dimethiconol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Sodium Acrylate/Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Dimethylacrylamide Crosspolymer, Isohexadecane, Polysorbate 60, Ceramide 3, Cholesterol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Phenl Trimethicone, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Panthenol, Squalane, Triethylhexanoin, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, PEG-150, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, C14-22 Alcohols, Arachidyl Glucoside, Hydrogenated Lecithin, PEG-100 Stearate, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Trisodium EDTA, Fragrance+, Citronellol, Limonene, Citral, Geraniol, Linalool. my doctor just said: use simple things. Im 6 weeks and 3 days. The amount and kind can vary based on when things were harvested, how they were extracted, etc. POLYACRYLAMIDE. However, depending upon how it was processed there are CBD oils that test positive for THC. I was hoping you could speak more on the below ingredients and their safety. Water, Lactic Acid, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract, Panthenol, PPG-26-Buteth-26, PEG-40 Hydrogenated castor oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium lactate, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Juniperus Mexicana Oil, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Salvia Sclarea (Clary) Oil, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Oil. Thank you!. Their are so many products out there and so confusing. Thats also fine for pregnancy and nursing, https://www.pcaskin.com/daily-cleansing-oil.html. hi Doc, thank you for helping us. The use of alcohol is a superior solvent and carrier of magnesium so that it is btter absorbed into the skin.. Theyre pretty easy to avoid anyways. Additionally, azelaic acid soothes inflammation and calms redness (it even works for rosacea skin). Is the ingredient Centella okay? Below is the ingredient list for a recent Naturopathica product (Plant Stem cell Booster Serum). Thank you for being a life-saver to many of us. I really appreciate your blog with all the effort and kindness to answer every questions. So glad I found your blog. There isn't much out there specifically on Kojic Acid, but that doesn't mean that it is safe. Thank you so much for replying. I believe the compact though foundation compact would remain on the surface and not be absorbed in the skin. Please are these ingredients fine to use during pregnancy? Great site, could you tell me if these products are safe for pregancy: Olay Ultra Moisture Cleanser Beauty Bars Soap: Sodium Lauroyl Isethionate, Paraffin, Sodium Cocoglyceryl Ether Sulfonate, Glycerin, Water/Eau, Talc, Magnesium Stearate, Stearic Acid, Sodium Isethionate, Magnesium Cocoate, Sodium Stearate, Coconut Acid, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Cocoate, Fragrance/Parfum, Magnesium Laurate, Lauric Acid, Titanium Dioxide, Sodium Laurate, Tetrasodium Edta, Etidronic Acid, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) Extract, Peg-90m, Glaxal Base: Water, Petrolatum, Cetearyl Alcohol, Paraffinum Liquidum, Cereareth-20, Sodium Phosphate, p-chloro-m-cresol. Hi Doctor, thank you so much for your posts! The problem with oily skin is that sometimes it is actually dried out skin, and the skin is ramping up oil production in an effort to improve hydration. I keep seeing articles from various skincare companies and bloggers that Kojic Acid is very safe to use during pregnancy. Thanks for your response, very appreciated! , It takes a lot of time, but most people appreciate it . I would like to note that during pregnancy youre a bit more likely to become sensitized/have a reaction to an extract. Thanks so much for all of your research efforts & advice. Hello Doctor, Would you be able to let me know if this eyelash adhesive is safe to use when pregnant? Even safe ones like tea tree oil can be dangerous (I once had a kid on a ventilator on a coma for a few days in my ICU due to tea tree oil, scary!) I was wondering if this Ducray serum is safe. PARFUM (FRAGRANCE). Here youll find pregnancy safe products from PCA Skin as of 1/15/2022. ). I havent seen Chlorphenesin used frequently, mostly The Ordinary as it is a fairly cheap ingredient I think. Ive been using it a week now and my condition is getting better, Im just concerned there might be some nasties in the ingredients that I should be aware of. LOccitane Immortelle Reset Night Oil-in-Serum Ingredients: Aqua/Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Isononyl Isononanoate, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Dextrin Palmitate/Ethylhexanoate, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Helichrysum Italicum Flower Oil, Origanum Majorana Leaf Extract, Acmella Oleracea Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Adenosine, Phenoxyethanol, Carbomer, Maltodextrin, Sodium Hydroxide, Palmitic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Cellulose Gum, Amodimethicone, Tocopherol, Parfum/Fragrance, CI 75130/Beta-Carotene. Image the max stem cell creme Aqua, Glycerin, Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract, Leontopodium Alpinum Meristem Cell Culture, Vigna Radiata Extract, Argania Spinosa Sprout Cell Culture Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sucrose Palmitate, Glyceryl Stearate, Butylene Glycol, Phospholipids, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract, Algae Extract, Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract, Plankton Extract, Arabidopsis Thaliana Extract, Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Echinacea Purpurea Extract, Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate, Spiraea Ulmaria Root Extract, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Glycine Soja Protein, Tocopheryl Acetate, Lecithin, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Acetyl Octapeptide-3, Glycine Soja Sterols, Glyceryl Polymethacrylate, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Isomalt, Dicetyl Phosphate, Linoleic Acid, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Xanthan Gum, Ceteth-10 Phosphate, Caprylyl Glycol, Stearic Acid, Pullulan, Superoxide Dismutase, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Sodium Dextran Sulfate, Biotin, Phenoxyethanol, PPG-12/SMDI Copolymer, Propylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Carbomer, PVP, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Disodium EDTA, Tetrasodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin and Hexylene Glycol. Thank you! Im not a big fan of a lot of extracts in my skincare for this reason, and my skin tends to be sensitive to them. Joshua Zeichner, M.D., Mount Sinai Medical Center assistant professor of dermatology, explained how it does. There are some ingredients that I dont have enough information about to currently screen out, but Im a bit leery of and I occasionally look into them to see if I need to start screening them out. It is so large that it cant penetrate into the skin even when hydrolyzed or nano sized. I struggle to find something safe.. 1) All of these products are fine 2) Yes, definitely sunscreen all the time! Eucerin ULTRAWHITE+ SPOTLESS DAY FLUID UVA/UVB SPF30 Ingredients: Aqua Homosalate Alcohol Denat Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane Ethylhexyl Salicylate Ethylhexyl Triazone Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate-Dicaprate Tapioca Starch Distarch Phosphate C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid Isobutylamido Thiazolyl Resorcinol Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract Tocopherol Glucosylrutin Isoquercitrin Glycerine Cetyl Alcohol Stearyl Alcohol Sodium Chloride Xanthan Gum Carbomer Sodium Hydroxide Glyceryl Stearate Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate Dimethicone Phenoxyethanol Trisodium EDTA Parfum, #1 is fine, #2 has chemical sunscreens, a salicylate and licorice root. Ive lost a lot of hair around the top and sides of my head in this period of 6 months. Yes, Thank you. Can you please tell me if these products are safe? Hello! Which means your first product is one Id avoid, as well as the mask. Linalool. AS well this has licorice root and willow bark (aka- salicylate). Salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide are the most common ingredients found in over-the-counter and prescription products designed to fight acne, but topical use over 2%is not recommended during pregnancy. Can you please check these for me? Please read the discussion above about licorice root, its an ingredient more OBs are feeling nervous about so Ive included it in my list. You can also learn more about how to use these pregnancy safety lists. Lancmes Advanced Genifique Serum: INGREDIENTS Water, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Glycerin, Alcohol Denat., Dimethicone, Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Adenosine, Faex Extract/Yeast Extract/Extrait De Levure, Peg-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Salicyloyl Phytosphingosine, Ammonium Polyacryldimethyltauramide/Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Limonene, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium Edta, Octyldodecanol, Citronellol, Fragrance. They say its all eatable and natural, Im not sure about the vitamin A contained by these ingredients: Body butter Avocado oil (vit A, D and E), apricot kernel oul( GLA), macadamia oil, hydrogenated Rapeseed oil, Night moisturiser Mixed berry juice (vit A, C), macadamia oil, apricot kernel oil, Glyceryl stearate citrate, hidrogenated lecitin glycerin (plant derived), Carrot juice, tomato juice, apricot kernek oil, olive oil, glycerin (plant derived), glyceryl stearate citrate, polygliceryl-3 stearate, hidrogenated lecitin, sodium levulinate, Vitamin A in oils and such is ok, all 3 look fine to me, Shea Moisture African Black Bar Soap: Active ingredients: Fucus Vesiculosus Extract (Tinc), Centella Asiatica Extract (Tinc), Melissa Officinalis Extract (Tinc), Aloe Socotrina Extract (1X).. Inactive Ingredients: Sodium Palmate, Sodium Palm Kernelate, Water, Glycerin, Fragrance (Parfum), Carbon, Colloidal Oatmeal, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Sodium Gluconate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Alcohol, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Shea Moisture 100% Virgin Coconut Oil Hydrating Overnight Face Oil: Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Heptyl Undecylenate, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Tocopherol, Acaia Senegal Gum Extract, Evening Primrose (Oenothera Biennis) Oil, Ethyl Palmitate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Shea Moisture 100% Virgin Coconut Oil Daily Hydration Face Lotion: Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycerin (Vegetable), Cetyl Alcohol , Stearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Juice, Acacia Senegal Gum Extract, Cola Acuminata (Kola Nut) Seed Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Bisabolol, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend), Thayers Witch Hazel: Purified Water, Certified Organic Witch Hazel Ext Blend (Hamamelis Virginiana Extract (Witch Hazel*), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (Filet of Aloe Vera*)), Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, The african black bar soap has willow bark, which is very high in salicylates so I recommend avoiding that. Hello Doctor. Also is rosemary extract/oil safe? Ive had readers get mean with me about brands going back and forth.). Would licorice root extract be safe to use topically while nursing? Its almost always paired with the DHA. Thank you so much for your reply. Youve eaten sushi for lunch at least twice per week. something is going to be related to licorice root. [+/-: CI 19140 (YELLOW 5, YELLOW 5 LAKE), CI 42090 (BLUE 1 LAKE), CI 77007 (ULTRAMARINES), CI 77163 (BISMUTH OXYCHLORIDE), CI 77288 (CHROMIUM OXIDE GREENS), CI 77289 (CHROMIUM HYDROXIDE GREEN), CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES), CI 77510 (FERRIC FERROCYANIDE, FERRIC AMMONIUM FERROCYANIDE), CI 77742 (MANGANESE VIOLET), CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE)]. Licorice root seems to be present in many products, primarily for those other benefits and not the skin lightening effects. ACURE Body Beautiful Conditioner WATER/EAU, GUAR HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE, LACTIC ACID, PANTHENOL, GLYCERIN, TAPIOCA STARCH, CETEARYL GLUCOSIDE, SORBITAN OLIVATE, GLYCERYL STEARATE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, BEHENTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE, STEARALKONIUM CHLORIDE, ARGANIA SPINOSA (ARGAN) KERNEL OIL, THEOBROMA CAVAO (COCOA) SEED BUTTER, HIPPOPHAE RHAMNOIDES OIL, CUCURBITA PEPO (PUMPKIN) SEED OIL, OPUNTIA FICUS INDICA (PRICKLY PEAR) SEED OIL, TOCOPHEROL ACETATE, L-ARGANINE, GLYCEROPHOSPHOINOSITOL LYSINE, SODIUM LEVULINATE, POTASSIUM SORBATE, LACTIC ACID, FRAGRANCE, PYRUS COMMUNIS (PEAR) FRUIT EXTRACT, FISCUS CARICA (FIG) FRUIT EXTRACT. Thank you again! ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF EXTRACT. Benzoyl Peroxide has no known studies proving that it is safe but as it is known to be absorbed (as stated in your comment even) not all OB or Derms agree that it is ok to recommend. I dont have any info to suggest you need to avoid prickly pear. May i ask , what about the. LANCME Water, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Glycerin, Alcohol Denat., Dimethicone, Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Phenoxyethanol, Adenosine, Peg-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Salicyloyl Phytosphingosine, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Limonene, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium Edta, Octyldodecanol, Citric Acid, Citronellol, Fragrance, Sodium Benzoate. Not safe for pregnancy but ok for nursing. Product 2- Ingredients of Elemis Pro-Collagen Hydra-Gel Eye Masks: Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycerin, Ceratonia Siliqua Gum, Carrageenan, Phenoxyethanol, Panthenol, Lactobacillus/Scutellaria Baicalensis Root/Camellia Sinensis Leaf/Artemisia Princeps Leaf/Houttuynia Cordata Leaf/Citrus Junos (Yuzu) Fruit Extract Ferment Filtrate, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Maris Aqua (Sea Water), Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Plankton Extract, Disodium EDTA, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Potassium Hydroxide, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Butylene Glycol, Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract. Note, companies have a different take on ingredients during pregnancy. Ive seen sources that say yes for pregnancy (notably the NHS in the UK), but many that say no. Omg ive been using bio oil this whole pregnancy and the last. You begin researching all of the things you should avoid while pregnant, and you begin to notice a trend: retinol, hydroquinone, and salicylic acid. SLS is fine for pregnancy but can be a little harsh, especially if your skin is dry or sensitive. 8.75% Indian Lotus Root Extract: Hydrates and supports the appearance of elasticity. Info here: skincare ingredients to avoid during pregnancy. Hi, I am a big Dr Jart fan but not sure if I can use these during my pregnancy? Aqua, disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, cocamidopropyl betaine, sodium C14-16 olefin sulfonate, Calendula officinalis flowerextract, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, PEG -150 distearate, methyl gluceth-20, perfume (benzyl salicylate, geraniol, hexylcinnamal, linalool, alpha isomethyl ionone), CI 42090, tetrasodium EDTA, citric acid, phenoxyethanol, methylparaben,ethylparaben, propylparaben, butylparaben, isobutylbutylparaben. Firstly, thank you for this information very helpful indeed! Let me generalize my thoughts after some reading, then you correct me, if you can. And I just bought it. Licorice Root also acts through inhibition of tyrosine. The first Lancome (looks like Lancme Gnifique Eye Youth Activating Eye Concentrate from the ingredients) has Salicyloyl Phytosphingosine, which is a cross between a sphingolipids and salicylic acid, so I would avoid that one. Im worried. 8.75% Burdock Root Extract: Hydrates and provides antioxidant benefits. Let's start with the basics: pregnancy skincare products. (Note, this is not my fault, I have no control over the brands. I will not review products that fall into the dont worry about it categories. Hi Doctor, What about Ferulic Acid. TheTracie Martyn Firming Serumboasts over ten potent sources of antioxidants ranging from the better-known like vitamin C and green tea to cutting-edge like superoxide dismutasean enzyme naturally found in your body that protects against free radicals. Cleanser: Water, Glycerin, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, Sucrose Polycottonseedate, Isopropyl Isostearate, Isohexadecane, Dimethicone, Cetyl Alcohol, Polyacrylamide, Panthenol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Stearyl Alcohol, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Benzyl Alcohol, Methylparaben, Dimethiconol, PEG-100 Stearate, Stearic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Laureth-7, Propylparaben, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Ethylparaben, Fragrance, Sodium Hydroxide, Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract, Palmitoyl Dipeptide-7, Hexapeptide-3. I added it after discussing with a few OBs and derms who were concerned about it. Those apple stem cells that are said to penetrate into your skin (which is a barrier by the way, how is a cell in a cream going to break the barrier function to penetrate deep into the dermis? You likely expose yourself to more Citric Acid in one glass of OJ than you would in a year of using such a product. I wouldnt lose any sleep over really. As well, most places that offer lasers refuse to treat you if you are pregnant. CI 47005. The studies just wouldnt be ethical to complete (would you want to be volunteering to try something out and see if it affects your baby? If you really need to treat hyperpigmentation, you can do so with vitamin C, which is pregnancy safe. Theres a theoretical risk there that we can never really study, as the needed studies would be unethical to perform. Thank you!!!! The truth is that it is an additive to food, and your body is making it as a byproduct to normal processes. I would love your opinion on this. TROPOLONE. Propylen glycol. Second, we really dont have a good handle on what is in it, and theres absolutely no data about safety during pregnancy. I have heard that some of them can be contaminated with other harmful ingredients? I have been using Obagi Fx which contains arbutin for a while and i am planning to get pregnant in a few months. Thank you again for these amazing posts!! 8.75% Balloon Flower Root Extract: Provides antioxidant protection and supports natural function of the skin barrier. If it makes you nervous this is something that is easy to avoid. Thank you again! KOJIC ACID: Easy Steps on How to Make Using Rice. Yes, Kojic Acid is a safe alternative to hydroquinone during pregnancy and breastfeeding. For companies engaged in the manufacture or distribution of food products ensuring food safety is a key business activity. This site is extremely valuable. Is the Murad Nutrient-Charged Water Gel safe to use? I would like to ask you if stem cell repair mask safe to use ? Im so happy that I find your blog. However on checking other sites they list kojic acid as pregnancy safe..so a bit confuseddo hope you can clarify, thanks! Thanks so much for your help. But since youre already worried (and I suspect youd feel better if you stopped), Id just put this in the cabinet until after delivery. 4. Thank you! Thanks for all the information on your site! dulce (fennel) seed oil, Arginine, Jasminum sambac (jasmine) flower oil, Aspartic acid, Piper nigrum (black pepper) fruit oil, PCA, Vanilla planifolia (bourbon vanilla) bean oil, Vetiveria zizanioides (vetiver) root oil, Glycine, Avena sativa (oat) bran extract, Rosa damascena (rose) flower oil, Alanine, Mentha spicata (spearmint) leaf oil, Serine, Valine, Isoleucine, Threonine, Proline, Phenylalanine, Histidine, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Benzyl alcohol, *Linalool, *Limonene, *Eugenol, *Citral, *Estragole, *Geraniol. There isnt much out there specifically on Kojic Acid, but that doesnt mean that it is safe. Hey, Loved the article, was wondering if the ingredients here are ok to use? Lactic cid. (Ingredients with* were issued from Organic Agriculture. There is some concern that kojic acid may be absorbed through the skin and could potentially harm the fetus. Water, Aloe (Aloe Barbadensis)*, Alcohol, Coconut Oil (Cocos Nucifera)*, Sesame Seed Oil (Sesamum Indicum), Dihydroxyacetone, Jojoba Oil (Simmondsia Chinensis)*, Glycerin (vegetable)*, Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii)*, Behenyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Ceteryl Alcohol, Apricot Oil (Prunus Americana)*, Phospholipids, Soybean Sterols (Glycine Soya), Caramel, Xanthan Gum, Essential Oils, Linalool, Geraniol, Vitamin E (Tocopherol). Thanks. Thank you! This should include topical willow bark and should be avoided. The amount of the ingredient that can get into the baby is also very different if it is going through your own blood stream first before having to go through the placenta as well. AQUA (WATER). Was wondering if this list looks ok? I feel terrible- they market it to pregnant mothers :(, They do market it to pregnant moms! Phenylethyl resorcinol an antioxidant that promotes an even skin tone. Polyethylene granules. Both have gluconolactone and #2 also has licorice root. You dont need to worry about hair products. i read that hyaluronic acid is a big no? Im 2mos pregnant. Im calling out these ingredients, but its really because I dont have enough info and Im not quite comfortable saying theyre definitely safe. Dermalogica Body hydrating cream: Water/Aqua/Eau, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Butylene Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cetyl Alcohol, Potato Starch Modified, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, PEG-8 Stearate, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Lactic Acid, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract, Dimethicone, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Salvia Sclarea (Clary) Oil, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil, Cedrus Atlantica (Cedarwood) Bark Oil, Pogostemon Cablin Oil, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Limonene , Linalool, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin. 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