Quick Navigation What is hyaluronic acid? Benefits of Hyaluronic Acid in Skincare. The Low vs. High Molecular Weight HA. How has this list been made? Best HA Serum. Best HA Serum with Vitamin C. What is hyaluronic acid? Navigating pregnancy-safe…
Is Licorice (oral or in skincare) Pregnancy & Lactation Safe?
Oral licorice is contraindicated in pregnancy, but licorice in skincare is generally considered safe: here is what the evidence shows. Navigating pregnancy-safe skincare can be complicated, but as a medical doctor with a focus on cosmetic ingredient safety, I’ve simplified…
Best Stretch Marks Creams & Oils In Pregnancy
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…
How To Prevent Pregnancy Stretch Marks?
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…
Is Bio-Oil Safe During Pregnancy? Ingredients & Alternatives
A closer look at the retinyl palmitate in Bio-Oil, what the Natural version changes, and why I do not recommend the original while you are expecting. Navigating pregnancy-safe skincare can be complicated, but as a medical doctor with a focus…
Safety profile of Bakuchiol 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…
Is It Safe to Use Retinol or Vitamin A Creams During Pregnancy?
Quick Navigation What are retinyl, retinol, and retinal? What is the concern with retinyl, retinol & and retinal in pregnancy? How long before pregnancy should I stop using my retinol cream? I used a retinol skin cream while pregnant. What…
Pregnancy & Nursing Safe Melasma Treatments
Quick Navigation Key points about melasma in pregnancy. General care in melasma. What are my options for treating melasma when pregnant? Note on Kojic acid & Arbutin. What treatments can I not use when pregnant? Does melasma go away on…
Melasma In Pregnancy: Causes & Prevention
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…
PSA on Period Panties
(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…