Pregnancy Skin Care: Drmtlgy Safety

Pregnancy-safe skincare products can be difficult to find, and many traditional anti-ageing treatments are unsuitable for use during pregnancy. However, DRMTLGY offers a range of skincare products that are safe for pregnant and nursing people. These include the Advanced Eye Cream, Advanced Neck Cream, Concentrated Foot Cream, Intensive Repair Balm, Needle-less Serum, Physical Universal Tinted Moisturizer SPF44, and Vitamin C5 Moisturizer.

DRMTLGY also offers some products that are safe for use while nursing but not during pregnancy, such as the Brightening Eye Masks, and some that should be avoided altogether during pregnancy and nursing, like the Hydra-Fader.

Pregnancy-safe products from DRMTLGY

Pregnancy-safe beauty products can be confusing, but here is a list of pregnancy-safe products from DRMTLGY, a brand that offers a range of skincare and cosmetic items.

Pregnancy and Nursing Safe Products

The following products from DRMTLGY are safe to use during pregnancy and while nursing:

• Advanced Eye Cream: This eye cream helps brighten and moisturize the delicate skin around the eyes.
• Advanced Neck Cream: A neck cream that provides anti-aging benefits and improves skin elasticity.
• Concentrated Foot Cream: This cream is designed to nourish and repair dry, cracked feet.
• Concentrated Hand Cream: A rich hand cream that moisturizes and soothes dry hands.
• Essential Cleanser: A gentle and effective cleanser for the face that removes impurities without irritating the skin.
• Hair Mask: A nourishing hair treatment that helps repair damage, add shine, and improve hair manageability.
• Hydration Booster 10X: This product boosts hydration and helps plump the skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
• Intensive Repair Balm: A repairing balm that soothes and nourishes dry, irritated skin.
• Needle-less Serum: This serum contains niacinamide and peptides, which help improve skin texture and reduce the appearance of fine lines.
• Neutralizing Toner: This toner helps balance the skin's pH level, reducing the appearance of large pores and enhancing the effectiveness of other skincare products.
• Peptide Night Cream: A night cream that reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, promoting firmer and younger-looking skin.
• Physical Universal Tinted Moisturizer SPF44: A 100% mineral sunscreen that provides broad-spectrum protection against UVA, UVB, infrared, and blue light rays. It blends effortlessly into all skin tones, leaving a subtle, radiant glow. This product is water-resistant for up to 80 minutes and is safe for sensitive skin.
• Pre-Cleansing Oil: A gentle cleansing oil that removes makeup and impurities, leaving the skin feeling soft and hydrated.
• Pumpkin Enzyme Mask: This enzyme-infused mask helps exfoliate the skin, improving skin texture and revealing a radiant complexion.
• Soothe and Recovery Cream: A soothing cream that helps calm irritated skin and promotes skin repair.
• Vitamin C E + F: A vitamin-rich serum that provides antioxidant protection and helps brighten the skin.
• Vitamin C5: A moisturizer that contains Vitamin C and other nourishing ingredients to enhance the skin's radiance and reduce the appearance of fine lines.
• Water Crème Moisturizer: A lightweight moisturizer that hydrates the skin, leaving it feeling soft and supple.

Additional Information

It is always recommended to consult with a healthcare professional or dermatologist to determine the safest products for your specific needs during pregnancy and while nursing. The safety of skincare and cosmetic products during pregnancy can be complex, and it is essential to prioritize the health and well-being of both the mother and the baby.

Ingredients to avoid during pregnancy

When you're pregnant, it's important to be cautious about the skincare products you use. Some ingredients can be harmful to your baby, so it's best to avoid them during pregnancy. Here's a list of ingredients that are not safe to use during pregnancy:

• Retinoids and Retinol: Retinoids, including prescription medications like Retin-A and Accutane, are known to cause birth defects and should be avoided. While the amount of retinoids absorbed by topical products is likely low, all retinoids are advised against during pregnancy.
• High-dose Salicylic Acid: While lower-dose topical products with salicylic acid are generally considered safe, high-dose products such as peels and oral medications should be avoided.
• Hydroquinone: Hydroquinone is a prescription product used to lighten skin pigmentation. It has a high absorption rate, and although there is no proven link to severe congenital defects, it's best to limit exposure during pregnancy.
• Phthalates: Phthalates are endocrine-disrupting chemicals found in many beauty and personal care products. They have been linked to serious reproductive and developmental dysfunction in animal and human studies.
• Formaldehyde and Formaldehyde-releasing Chemicals: Formaldehyde is rarely used in cosmetics due to its carcinogenic properties and potential to increase the risk of infertility and miscarriage. However, some cosmetics contain formaldehyde-releasing chemicals, which can have similar harmful effects.
• Oxybenzone: Oxybenzone is a common UV filter in sunscreens but is known to be an endocrine-disrupting chemical. Animal studies have linked oxybenzone exposure during pregnancy to permanent fetal damage and adverse health effects.
• Benzoyl Peroxide: While this ingredient is commonly used to treat acne, it's best to avoid it during pregnancy as it can have negative consequences if taken in large quantities orally.
• Parabens: Parabens are preservatives used in cosmetics and are known endocrine disruptors. Exposure to parabens has been linked to reduced sperm count and increased birth weight.
• Dihydroxyacetone (DHA): DHA is the active ingredient in self-tanners, and while only a small percentage is absorbed through the skin, inhaling spray-on tanners during pregnancy is not recommended.
• Tetracycline and its Derivatives: Tetracycline is a common antibiotic used to treat skin conditions, but studies have shown negative effects on both pregnant mothers and their babies.

It's important to note that evidence-based data on the safety of specific skincare products during pregnancy is limited, and most experts err on the side of caution. Always consult your doctor or dermatologist before using any new products during pregnancy.

Pregnancy-safe skincare routines

Pregnancy can be a confusing time for your skincare routine. Many common skincare ingredients, such as retinoids, are unsafe to use during pregnancy. However, there are plenty of alternatives to keep your skin healthy and glowing.

Skin Changes During Pregnancy

During pregnancy, your skin may experience changes such as:

• Darkening skin (melasma or chloasma)
• Acne
• Skin growths (skin tags, cherry angiomas, seborrheic keratosis, dermatosis pigmentosa nigra)
• Spider veins
• Stretch marks
• Glowing skin
• Improved symptoms of autoimmune conditions like psoriasis

Ingredients to Avoid During Pregnancy

The following ingredients should be avoided during pregnancy:

• Retinoids (including tretinoin, retinol, retinal, and retinyl)
• Hydroquinone
• Salicylic acid (in high doses)
• Benzoyl peroxide
• Phthalates
• Formaldehyde
• Oxybenzone
• Essential oils (basil, rosemary, juniper berry, jasmine, cypress, chamomile blue, camphor, peppermint extract, and mint oil)

Safe Skincare Ingredients During Pregnancy

The following ingredients are generally considered safe to use during pregnancy:

• Vitamin C
• Azelaic acid
• Niacinamide
• Glycolic acid
• Lactic acid
• Mandelic acid
• Hyaluronic acid
• Vitamin B5
• Bakuchiol
• Peptides
• Polyhydroxy acid (PHA)
• Coconut oil
• Cocoa butter
• Peptides
• Zinc oxide
• Titanium dioxide

Pregnancy-Safe Skincare Routine

• Cleanser: Choose a gentle, non-irritating cleanser, such as CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser or Neutrogena Skin Balancing Gel Cleanser.
• Serum: Opt for a hydrating serum with hyaluronic acid, such as SkinCeuticals Hydrating B5 Gel or The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5.
• Moisturizer: Look for a moisturizer with hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid, coconut oil, cocoa butter, peptides, or ceramides. Try La Roche-Posay Toleriane Sensitive Fluide or CeraVe Facial Moisturizing Lotion.
• Eye cream: If needed, apply an eye cream, such as Drunk Elephant C-Tango Multivitamin Eye Cream.
• Sunscreen: Use a mineral-based sunscreen with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide, such as EltaMD UV Elements Tinted Broad-Spectrum SPF 44 or Alastin Hydratint Pro Mineral SPF 36.
• Exfoliator (twice a week): Exfoliate with a gentle chemical exfoliator containing glycolic or lactic acid, such as the SUNDAY RILEY Good Genes All-in-One Lactic Acid Treatment.
• Face mask: Indulge in a calming and detoxifying face mask like the LOOPS Clean Slate Mask.

Sunscreen during pregnancy

Pregnancy is a time when your skin tends to be more sensitive than usual. It is therefore important to protect yourself from the sun's rays by seeking shade, wearing protective clothing, and using sunscreen.

Pregnancy-Safe Sunscreen

Look for broad-spectrum sunscreens that offer protection against UVA and UVB rays and have an SPF of 30 or higher. Mineral or physical sunscreens with active ingredients like zinc oxide and/or titanium dioxide are a good choice for pregnant women as they are hypoallergenic and sit on the skin instead of being absorbed by it.

DRMTLGY Sunscreen

DRMTLGY's Physical Tinted Moisturizer SPF44 is a 100% mineral sunscreen that provides powerful protection from UVA, UVB, infrared, and blue light. It is safe for sensitive skin and blends effortlessly with all skin tones. The product is also water-resistant and reef-safe.

Ingredients to Avoid

It is recommended that you avoid sunscreens with chemical SPF actives such as oxybenzone, octinoxate, octisalate, and avobenzone. It is also advised to steer clear of vitamin A and its derivatives (retinol, retinaldehyde, adapalene, tretinoin), retinyl palmitate, and fragrance.

Additional Sun Protection Tips

• Stay inside or in the shade between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. when the sun is at its strongest.
• Apply sunscreen at least 15 minutes before going outdoors and reapply every two hours.
• Use lip balm with an SPF of 30 or higher.
• Cover as much skin as possible with light-coloured clothing in a breathable fabric.
• Wear a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses that block 99% of UVA and UVB rays.
• Stay hydrated to avoid heat stroke.

Pregnancy-safe alternatives to anti-aging products

When it comes to anti-aging products, some common ingredients, including retinoids, should be avoided during pregnancy. However, there are plenty of pregnancy-safe alternatives to choose from. Here are some options to consider:

Sunscreen

During pregnancy, it is important to protect your skin from the sun to prevent hyperpigmentation, dark spots, and discoloration. Mineral-based sunscreens containing zinc oxide, titanium dioxide, and iron oxide are generally recommended over chemical sunscreens. Some options include:

• EltaMD UV Elements Tinted Broad-Spectrum SPF 44
• Alastin Hydratint Pro Mineral SPF 36 (tinted)
• CeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50
• ISDIN Eryfotona Ageless Ultralight Emulsion SPF 50
• Aveeno Positively Radiant Intensive Night Cream

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is safe to use during pregnancy and can help protect the skin, manage uneven skin tone, and enhance your pregnancy glow. Some vitamin C serum options include:

• Drunk Elephant C-Firma Vitamin C Day Serum
• SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic
• Vichy LiftActiv Vitamin C Serum Brightening Skin Corrector

Hyaluronic Acid

Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance found in the body and is safe to use during pregnancy. It helps to hydrate the skin and plump fine lines and wrinkles. Some products to consider are:

• Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel Face Cream
• CeraVe Moisturizing Cream
• The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5

Azelaic Acid

Azelaic acid is a safe alternative to retinoids during pregnancy. It helps to treat acne, reduce redness and inflammation, and improve skin tone. Some products with azelaic acid include:

• The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Suspension 10%
• Glytone Enhance Brightening Complex

Bakuchiol

Bakuchiol is a plant-based alternative to retinol that is safe to use during pregnancy. It helps increase cell turnover, boost collagen production, and reduce hyperpigmentation. Some products containing bakuchiol are:

• The INKEY List Bakuchiol
• Alastin Restorative Skin Complex
• Colorescience Pep Up

Remember to always consult with your dermatologist and obstetrician/gynaecologist to ensure the products you choose are safe for you and your baby.

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