Pregnancy-safe skin care with Dr. Daniel Schlessinger

Learn whether or not you can use retinol when pregnant, what pregnancy mask is and other skin conditions to be mindful of during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Plus, hear what pregnancy-safe skin care ingredients to look out for from board-certified dermatologist Dr. Daniel Schlessinger.

Pregnancy-safe skin care

When it comes to pregnancy-safe skin care and ingredients, the ultimate authority is your OBGYN. Ask them first if your existing regimen is safe and especially before adding new products to your routine. Pregnancy and breastfeeding cause a lot of changes in the body, and being mindful of what to address, such as hormonal acne or pregnancy mask, can make this transitional period less stressful. In this video, Dr. Daniel Schlessinger discusses what ingredients and treatments are suitable for use while pregnant or breastfeeding.

Can you use retinol while pregnant?

Retinol and tretinoin are some of the ingredients not regarded as safe for pregnant or breastfeeding people. Additionally, certain conditions may be difficult to address as many topical and hormonal treatments, as well as antibiotics, are not recommended for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. It is generally considered safe to use ingredients or treatments such as clindamycin, salicylic acid or azelaic acid during pregnancy for treating hormonal acne, pregnancy mask and other hormone-related discoloration. However, your OBGYN’s advice should be taken into consideration before adding new products or ingredients into your routine. Learn more about pregnancy-safe skin care:

• Pregnancy-safe sunscreen
• The ultimate guide to pregnancy-safe skin care