(News update on PFAS: REI axes PFAS from all inventory. REI will now require its suppliers to cut PFAS from all cookware, apparel, shoes, etc., by Fall 2024 to 2026, depending on the product line) The post today is a…
Ingredients Guide
Willow Bark and Its Safety Profile In Pregnancy & Lactation
Source: United States Pharmacopeia. Fig. 1 Clockwise from upper left: A) Willow tree (© PLANTAPHILE); B) Dried branches of Salix alba from which willow bark is harvested and a close-up of the bark (USP, Dietary Supplements Compendium (DSC) 2019, Supplementary Information, Illustrations,…
Are Parabens In Cosmetics Safe To Use?
Navigating pregnancy-safe skincare can be complicated, but as a medical doctor with a focus on cosmetic ingredient safety, I’ve simplified the search for you. Visit my Skincare During Pregnancy – Begin Here guide for a full index of ingredient safety…
Are Hair Dyes Safe To Use In Pregnancy or While Breastfeeding?
Source: Cover photo of IARC Monograph, Volume 99. Navigating pregnancy-safe skincare can be complicated, but as a medical doctor with a focus on cosmetic ingredient safety, I’ve simplified the search for you. Visit my Skincare During Pregnancy – Begin Here…
Is Topical Salicylic Acid for Acne Safe in Pregnancy & Lactation?
Navigating pregnancy-safe skincare can be complicated, but as a medical doctor with a focus on cosmetic ingredient safety, I’ve simplified the search for you. Visit my Skincare During Pregnancy – Begin Here guide for a full index of ingredient safety…