Best tips for guranteed better skincare

Skincare forms an important part of your daily routine. You have a set of products that you use regularly and which suit your skin well. However, during pregnancy, a lot of the factors based on which you select your skincare products change, mainly due to the hormonal changes going on in your body.  There are a lot of issues and challenges that might crop up, and the fact that you are bringing life into the world, growing a human being inside you, you definitely deserve pampering, and your skin does too. Check this presentation

Is a facial safe during pregnancy?

Facials can be a relaxing and beneficial method of self-care when you’re pregnant, as long as they’re done the right way. With so many options and varieties of facials available, it can be difficult to select one that might work with skin and more importantly, be safe for you and your baby. A facial done without the use of any harsh chemicals or heat therapy is considered to be safe for pregnant women. It will cleanse and refresh your skin, and make you feel better. Because your skin is extra sensitive during pregnancy, hold off on chemical peels and microdermabrasion treatments, which can be harsh.

Best Pregnancy facials to opt for

There are a plethora of choices available when it comes to facials, but the general recommendation is to choose a mild one, which will provide hydration and cleanse your skin without being harsh. Here are a few options from which you can choose from-

1. Oxygen facials– This is quite a popular choice and well loved by all. Oxygen facials introduce awesome ingredients to your skin via a pressurized stream of steam. The blends can include skin-plumping hyaluronic acid, antioxidants, vitamins, and botanical extracts. This facial regulates and improves the circulation of blood. It also helps in reducing wrinkles and fine lines on the face.
2. Deep cleansing facials/ Exfoliating facials– This facial is especially beneficial if you are suffering from acne. A deep cleansing facial involves gentle massage, extraction, and exfoliation, and then moisturizing all of which are safe during pregnancy.
3. Hydrating facials– Collagen, elastin, and water are used in these facials to hydrate, moisturize, and cleanse the skin.

What should you avoid during Facial?

There might be a few facials or skin treatments that use certain chemicals or heat for some procedures. It is highly recommended you avoid them. A few examples are mentioned below-

1. Chemical Peels- Your skin is super sensitive during pregnancy. Any chemical can cause an irritating reaction, breakouts and even scars.
2. Microdermabrasions– Microdermabrasion while pregnant isn’t safe because this treatment is likely to scar your extra-sensitive pregnant skin. It may result in breakouts and uneven skin tone. 
3. Retinoids– Retinoids are a big no during pregnancy. They might cause developmental problems with the baby, and may include abnormalities in the nervous system or heart. So do not use any products that contain retinoids, and definitely no facials.

Make sure you know all ingredients in the facial and get the all- clear from your healthcare provider. Do not take unnecessary risks and experiment with other facials. Otherwise, go ahead and relax with a calming facial!