feeling not so pretty

[2blondeboysmama]

I am suffering from extremely bad acne during my pregnancy, i was really hoping that someone could give me some ideas about how to clear it up. My husband has been making coments and i have not been feeling very good about myself either. I dont want to make a big deal over it but it is affecting my happiness and my pregnancy. Please help!!!!

[Emmyrogo]

The cleanser/exfoliater that I've been using every day in this pregnancy is by clean&clear called "deep action exfoliating scrub". It works great and is inexpensive. Another great natural way to exfoliate is by using sea salt which has natural healing properties in it that help heal acne. Just make sure you mix it with a milky or foaming cleanser so it will easily glide over your skin. A good natural toner during pregnancy is witch hazel, I even used it before I was pregnant. As for moisturizers, there are so many good ones out there, and you'd probably need to customize one to your skin, but cliniques has some really good ones. Also, another great product to spot treat acne is tea tree oil. I lightly put this on my face about once every week or so. Don't be fooled by expensive products, in school we had to do extensive research on product ingredients and most of the expensive ones contain the same ingredients as products you can find in your local drug store under different ingredient terms.
Ps. Yes benzoyl peroxide is safe.

[Emmyrogo]

The cleanser/exfoliater that I've been using every day in this pregnancy is by clean&clear called "deep action exfoliating scrub". It works great and is inexpensive. Another great natural way to exfoliate is by using sea salt which has natural healing properties in it that help heal acne. Just make sure you mix it with a milky or foaming cleanser so it will easily glide over your skin. A good natural toner during pregnancy is witch hazel, I even used it before I was pregnant. As for moisturizers, there are so many good ones out there, and you'd probably need to customize one to your skin, but cliniques has some really good ones. Also, another great product to spot treat acne is tea tree oil. I lightly put this on my face about once every week or so. Don't be fooled by expensive products, in school we had to do extensive research on product ingredients and most of the expensive ones contain the same ingredients as products you can find in your local drug store under different ingredient terms.
Ps. Yes benzoyl peroxide is safe.

[stella_belle]

I use the Aveda outer peace foaming face wash as well and it works great. All natural ingredients and non irritating. I use the Aveda outer peace spot treatment with it. Clears up the nastiest of blemishes without over drying. I hope you find a method that works for you! I know exactly how you feel

[naru89]

I totally know how you feel working in customer service just hold your head up high :)

[drinkybabyxx]

Ps benzol peroxide is safe. Like all medication in pregnancy is to be used with caution cos u just dont know how ur body may react! However I personally believe the azeliac is better than benzol.

[drinkybabyxx]

Hey I know the feeling, totally *****! I suffered from acne before I got pregnant however I controlled it with pills but couldnt take them once I found out, I now use an alternative cream prescribed by my doctor called azeliac acid and its cleared it right up and im feeling so muvh better! Ask your gp about it :)

[2blondeboysmama]

Thank you everyone, i am trying not to be hard on myself but its hard especially when my job is customer services and i know ppl are staring...emmyrogo what products do you suggest since salicylic acid is in most products? Is benzol perox safe? I appreciate all the help and kind words

[Emmyrogo]

I'm an esthetician, and I would suggest starting a good routine for your skin. Cleanse, tone, exfoliate and moisturize. Do these four steps every morning and night and I'm sure you'll see some improvement. Try not to be too hard on yourself though because acne in pregnancy is hormonal and there is only so much you can do for hormonal acne... The good news is it will clear up eventually. Also drink LOTS of water, this helped my acne a lot... It's the best way to flush out toxins in your body that contribute to acne.

Ps. Don't use products containing retinol or salicylic acid because they can be unsafe in pregnancy if over used.

[Angel760]

P.s. aveda is pretty expensive but neutrogena works good too(:

[Angel760]

^^trueee. He always needs to make u feel beautiful.(: and ya ive always had a little acne but when i got pregnant it got pretty bad and i rlly like avedas stuff....outer peace foaming face wash...it rlly helps me. U can always try and find stuff that works well with ur skin. Dont feel bad about urself i knw its hard but ur a beautiful mommy and u have a wonderful present in ur belly from God.(:

[texxasbby13]

Use Neutrogena or proactive... Or see if your Dr. Can prescribe you something

[proudFTMTeTe]

Use some facial acne products I use noxema pads n ur husband should always b complimenting u no matter ur acne or weight etc he should never b putting u down if that's wat u mean by making comments