Pregnant woman, check the contents of used cosmetics

When you are pregnant, it does not mean you are not beautiful. But, finding cosmetics that are safe for pregnant women (pregnant women) is not easy. Pregnant women can listen to the following comments about the contents of cosmetic products that should be avoided during pregnancy.

The skin can absorb about 60% of the cosmetics applied, so it's important to recognize the ingredients that make it. Even products labeled "natural" or "organic" can contain ingredients that are harmful to the fetus.
Identification of material that must be avoided

If before, Bumil always ignored information about cosmetic content, make it a habit to read it! List of product content is usually sorted from the largest or most active to the lowest.

Paraben is one of the ingredients most often used in cosmetics. The ingredients which are generally used as cosmetic preservatives are thought to be related to the developmental, reproductive, nervous, and immune disorders of infants. Therefore, to be safer, pregnant women are advised to choose cosmetics without parabens.

Besides parabens, here are some cosmetic products that pregnant women should avoid, depending on the type of product that is commonly used: 

1.Foundation

Beware of foundations containing paraben preservatives, retinol, and fragrances. These three ingredients can affect the baby's condition in the womb. Instead, use a colored moisturizer (colored moisturizer) to mask pigmentation or facial blotches, such as BB or CC cream.  

2.Lipstick

Preservatives of phenoxyethanol and benzyl benzoate found in lipstick can irritate pregnant women with sensitive skin. In addition, some lipsticks contain artificial coloring that contains lead. Although cosmetic lead content is generally very low, lead exposure is known to cause hormonal and nerve disorders.

Therefore, use lipstick whose coloring is based on fruit pigments. To make lips look fresh, pregnant women can also use lip balm. Choose lip balms based on natural ingredients, such as mint to help reduce nausea during pregnancy or sunflower oil to prevent chapped lips.

3.mascara
The ingredient that must be considered in mascara is diazolidinyl urea. Antimicrobial preservatives contained in this mascara can release formaldehyde compounds dangerous for pregnant women. To be more safe, for pregnant women who often suffer from itching and eye irritation when wearing mascara, it is recommended to use products labeled hypoallergenic.

4.Nail polish


Pregnant women, always remember that yes, do not paint the nails in a clean place, so that the chemical fumes in the nail polish are not inhaled much. In addition, avoid using nail polish that contains phthalate and formaldehyde as a preservative because it can cause cancer. Phthalates also tend to cause defects in the male reproductive system.

5.Sunscreen

Avoid using sunscreen products that contain oxybenzone because this material is more easily absorbed through the skin. Because of that maybe he entered breast milk. Pregnant women are also advised to avoid sun protection products that contain avobenzone, because they can interfere with the function of the hormone progesterone. Pregnant women can choose sunscreens containing zinc oxide (zinc oxide) and titanium dioxide, which are still considered safe for pregnant women.

6.Acne medication
Be careful with acne medication during pregnancy. There is concern that drugs containing tetracycline antibiotics or vitamin A derivatives, such as isotretinoin and tretinoin, can be dangerous for the fetus. Before using acne medicine, pregnant women should consult first with a dermatologist or obstetrician. Acne medications that can be recommended by doctors for pregnant women are drugs that contain azelaic acid, erythromycin or clindamycin.

7.Anti-aging product
If a pregnant woman wants to use an anti-wrinkle cream, it is best to consult a doctor first. Many anti-aging creams contain retinol. If excessive, retinol can cause miscarriages and birth defects. This ingredient can be found in lipsticks and foundations, especially those labeled with anti-aging.

Come on, Bumil, check from now on the list of cosmetic ingredients that will be used. If there are products that can affect the health of pregnant women and children stop using it immediately. To be more certain, Bumil can consult a doctor about the safety of cosmetic products that Bumil uses.

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