Pregnancy Skin + Severe Acne

During the course of pregnancy, hormones fluctuate, the immune system is suppressed, and a slew of other changes occur in the body—all of which can impact the state of your skin. This manifests in different ways for everyone, but if ever there was a time to support your skin’s natural processes, it’s now. We recommend avoiding chemical-laden products that dry or strip your skin (as well as invasive procedures), as they increase vulnerability to inflammation and other unwanted symptoms. The most effective way to promote healthy skin while experiencing surging hormones is to encourage stability within the skin system by focusing on the fundamental needs of your barrier layer—nourishing and hydrating with micronutrients, essential fatty acids and beneficial bacteria.

If you are experiencing acne, try to have patience. For many women, acne fluctuates throughout the different stages of pregnancy and is often at its worst in the first trimester. Eliminating oils or killing bacteria could prove detrimental during later stages of pregnancy and postpartum, so utilizing nourishing oils can be more effective while eliminating the risk of depletion. Since the skin is particularly sun sensitive during pregnancy, it’s necessary to add sunscreen to your regimen. And, of course, it’s essential that you eat a variety of whole foods (especially those high in the omega’s, B, and C vitamins) to nourish your system.

This regimen is curated to support the skin through this process. All of the products on the advised regimen are considered safe for use during pregnancy.