Is sunscreen safe in pregnancy? A doctor’s evidence-based guide to mineral versus chemical filters, and what to actually look for. Navigating pregnancy-safe skincare can be complicated, but as a medical doctor with a focus on cosmetic ingredient safety, I’ve simplified…
Do you need a pregnancy-safe shampoo? What the evidence actually says about washing your hair while expecting. 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…
What is clean beauty?We all have heard about it.Many of us adhere to it.There are scores of companies that have built their brand on this premise. Yet, there is no legal, textbook, or universally even agreed-upon definition, and much of…
If you are noticing more shedding after your baby arrived, you are not alone, and it is almost always temporary. If you are reading this postpartum, you are probably noticing more shedding and thinning of your hair. This can hit…
Pregnancy and breastfeeding-safe anti-aging skincare: retinoid-free creams and serums with peptides, vitamin C, and hyaluronic acid. 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….
If you’re wondering whether niacinamide is pregnancy safe, the short answer is yes. It is one of the most widely recommended skincare ingredients during pregnancy and breastfeeding because it helps address concerns like acne, pigmentation, enlarged pores, and skin barrier…
Anti-aging skincare in pregnancy: which ingredients to use, which to avoid, and safe, effective alternatives to retinoids. 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…
Is Vaseline (petroleum jelly) safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding? Yes, as long as it is refined. 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….
The best pregnancy-safe, steroid-free moisturizers for eczema: fragrance-free, NEA-accepted creams, balms, and lotions for flare-prone skin. 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….
The best pregnancy-safe moisturizers for dry to very dry skin: petrolatum-based and petroleum-free picks for a barrier that stays hydrated. Navigating pregnancy-safe skincare can be complicated, but as a medical doctor with a focus on cosmetic ingredient safety, I’ve simplified…