Pregnancy is one of the most beautiful and life-changing experiences a woman can go through with their partner. It is amazing and unbelievable what women's bodies can do to adapt, change, and grow a newborn for 9 months.
Through this life-changing experience, women's skin experience dramatic changes from dryness and sensitivity to hormonal breakouts. It is sometimes very confusing to know what you can use during pregnancy and how you can continue to keep your skincare ritual.

Avoid all harsh ingredients that can enter the bloodstream.
Avoid all Vitamin A, Retinoids, Retinol, and derivatives.
Avoid Salicylic Acid, Benzoyl Peroxide, and Willow bark.

The ingredient Azelaic Acid is safe to use while pregnant to treat breakouts by killing the bacteria that infect the pores and decreasing the production of skin cells.

You want to look into topical antioxidants and acids that will help protect against UV rays, free radicals, and environmental toxin damage. Vitamin C is an amazing antioxidant to use during pregnancy to promote the production of collagen synthesis.

Acids that are safe to use are the Citric, Glycolic, and Lactic acid.

You can indulge in your relaxing, therapeutic facials with no electrical current, laser therapies, machine maladies, Vitamin A and Salicylic Acid chemical peels.

You can have the more gentle chemical peels like enzymes and lactic acid.

Avoid chemical sun protection that contain the ingredient Oxybenzone or Avobenzone. Choose physical sun protection with the ingredients Zinc Oxide or Titanium Oxide.

Dihydroxyacetone is a chemical used in many spray self-tanners, this chemical is to be avoided. Although it is not absorbed into the body it can be inhaled during application and is considered unhealthy.

Mineral makeup is always the best and safest option. You want to avoid Parabens, Phthalates, Synthetic Fragrances, and Sodium Lauryl Sulphate.

Essential oils are often thought to be a natural alternative for beauty products. However, they are not assessed by the FDA and do not follow strict labeling standards.

I would source high quality, pure therapeutic grade essential oils that are 100% plant-derived without fillers or by-products. Always consult your obstetrician or gynecologist before using essential oils.

A couple of the many essential oils to avoid are peppermint, oil of bergamot and camphor.

Lavender can be used after the first trimester.

A hydrating day cream formulated with Vitamin D to soothe and protect damaged skin that occurs when our skin ages. Boosting peptides and refining Pore Perfect Technology help firm and even skin tone for a more youthful skin texture.

Societe Triple C - A revolutionary blend of three different, unique stabilised Vitamin Cs. This novel formula utilises Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Ascorbyl Glucoside and Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate. These three forms of Vitamin C create a remarkable synergistic combination that remains stable for long periods, offering high antioxidant, without irritation. Penetrates instantly to provide long-lasting benefits of Vitamin C throughout the day.

Liquid formula provides moisture to dehydrated skin and imparts a healthy, natural radiance that lasts.

Jane Iredale Glow Time Pro BB Cream is a weightless, satin finish BB cream with SPF 25 broad spectrum sun protection and long-lasting coverage.

I am Sari, a qualified Skin Therapist here at Skinmart. I have been in the skincare industry for over 15 years. I have a holistic approach to skin and my passion lies in ‘Health’. My philosophy is if we are healthy on the inside, then it shows our vitality on the outside.
I have furthered my knowledge with courses in Skin Anatomy, Advanced Skin Concerns, Advanced Skin Needling and Fitness.
My emphasis is on guiding my clients through their journey of skin concerns and conditions. I like to educate my clients and find the potential triggers for their skin concerns or condition so that together we can eliminate the root of the cause. I aim to give personalised consultations with treatment and correct prescribed skin products.