Beauty Products To Avoid When Pregnant

 

Who says that being pregnant means you can’t focus on staying glamorous? A major concern is that many everyday beauty products may contain ingredients that aren’t safe for your unborn child. Be aware of the products you are using in your normal regimen, and be more cautious when using these particular products. It’s always best to check with your doctor if you are not sure.

Acne Treatment

Let’s face it, when you are pregnant your hormones are are on the fritz, and therefore your skin may have a mind of its own. Be mindful of how you are treating this, as some acne medications contain dangerous ingredients that could cause birth defects.

Hair Color 

There is much skepticism about whether or not hair dye is safe to use while pregnant. Some doctors say stay away, while others say small amounts are okay. The fact is, hair treatment chemicals are absorbed into the skin, and most of them are toxic having ingredients like ammonia. Your best bet is to just steer clear.

Lipstick

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In 2007, the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics found that 61% of brand-name lipsticks contained lead. The FDA doesn’t necessarily consider this a health risk due to the need to ingest large amounts of it in order for it to become harmful. For the sake of being safe, try opting for a lead-free lipstick like BareMinerals.

Anti-Wrinkle/Night Cream 

Before you go grabbing for your face creams make sure you check the ingredient label. Retinol is a dangerous ingredient to expose to your growing and developing baby. Research says that retinol may be related to miscarriage and impaired growth.

Botox

If you are a lover of cosmetic perfection, you may need to take heed when making your next botox appointment. Researchers feel that these injections can be harmful while pregnant, and no well-controlled adequate studies have been completed giving the okay to these treatments. It’s probably best to just hold off until your bundle of joy is here.