Safe Acne Treatment
During Pregnancy
are there any safe acne treatments during pregnancy
most likely that acne during pregnancy is caused by an increase in hormones. For this reason, it is not uncommon for a woman to develop acne during pregnancy even is she has never had it before. While you might really want to stop these outbreaks, it is important that you consult a professional before you use any chemicals for acne treatment during pregnancy --even if acne medications have been prescribed for you in the past by a dermatologist.
Certain drugs, such as Retin A, can have harmful side effects on pregnant women and the unborn child, even if they can solve your acne problems.
However, there are some safe acne treatments you can use during pregnancy. The key to finding the right product for you is to be patient and reading labels very carefully when you are perusing your options at the pharmacy.
One well known and relatively safe acne treatment for pregnant women is topical benzoyl peroxide lotion or gel. You can purchase this without a doctor's prescription. Benzoyl peroxide will kill the bacteria that causes acne, unclog pores, and heal pimples. It is also completely safe to use, provided you use it in small portions at a time. However, you should double check the product you selected to see if it contains any other chemicals that might be harmful to your baby.
Your best advice is to is to find out which benzoyl peroxide treatments, if any, your obstetrician approves for you during pregnancy. Your doctor will let you know what treatment is safest and best for you and your child.
If you can't find anything that is completely safe, you may be better off not taking an acne medication, but strictly following routine health routines such as
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eating a diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains
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drinking 6 to 8 glasses of water a day
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getting adequate sleep
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following a daily acne skin care routine
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keeping stress levels to a minimium
After all, your baby is your first consideration--and your complexion is not even a distant second.
After you have the baby, you will want to reassess your acne situation. For some women, pregnancy-related acne will go away after birth. For others, it can last years if not treated. If you are one of these women, you should consult a dermatologist for the best solution.
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