Pregnancy Skin Care – How To Care For Potential Skin Problems

Pregnancy is an important phase of womanhood. It is a time of excitement and change. However, while some women experience the 'pregnancy glow', others have to deal with skin problems like acne melasma and stretch marks.

Here are some skin care tips that will help you understand the skin problems that you may experience during pregnancy and help you deal with them.

Acne Inflammations & Breakouts

During pregnancy, the body produces high levels of progesterone, a female hormone. As a result, the skin becomes prone to acne inflammations and breakouts. This is even more likely if you have a tendency to break out during your monthly cycle. Acne is typically worst during the first trimester of pregnancy. This is because the progesterone levels are very high during this time. However, once you give birth, the acne problem goes away..

Solution: The first and foremost step towards reducing acne is keeping your skin clean. Cleanse your skin at least two times a day – once in the morning and once at night. Avoid using cleansers that contain strong ingredients like salicylic acid. Though they are powerful anti-acneic ingredients, they are not recommended during pregnancy.

Try using Kinerase Gentle Daily Cleanser. It is great for all skin types, even very sensitive skin! It a a gentle foaming cleanser with green tea extract to soothe the skin. It cleans the skin without ripping away essential nutrients.

Problem: Dry Skin

Because your body is continuously stretching during pregnancy, your skin tends to expand beyond its normal capacity. As a result, the skin becomes dry and itchy, especially around your belly. Moreover, hormonal;fluctuations within the body also result in loss of natural oils and skin elasticity.

Solution: Use a soap-free cleanser to cleanse your skin without making it too dry. It is also important to keep your skin well moisturizer with a rich creamy moisturizing cream or lotion.

Use NIA 24 Skin Strengthening Complex, a superb cream that is neither too light nor too heavy. There is a visible reduction in wrinkles and fine lines with regular use. This productenhances the barrier function of your skin and accelerates the repair process by supplying moisture

Problem: Stretch Marks

Stretch marks are a result of the skin's inability to return back to its original state after rapid growth. They are caused by a hormone called glucocorticoids that can break down the materials in the dermis that support the skin. During pregnancy, glucocorticoids are circulated in the body in high concentrations. Stretch marks typically begin with a red or purplish hue and turn silver or white with time.

Solution: It is advisable to treat stretch marks only after pregnancy because treatment ingredients that penetrate the skin could lead to birth defects. After breast feeding, you can explore treatment options such as Vitamin A creams, Mederma®, and laser treatments. IS Clinical Active serum is your best bet.

Problem: Dark Under-Eye Circles

Under eye dark circles are typically a result of blood leaking from the capillaries around the eye. During pregnancy, the hemoglobin (which makes blood red) count decreases and leads to the appearance of blue/red color under the eyes. And because skin becomes paler during pregnancy, the dark circles are even more prominent. Moreover, prolonged unprotected exposure to sunlight can worsen the condition.

Start applying an efficient eye cream and make them a part of your skin care regimen. Eye creams contain potent ingredients that help to eliminate the dark color. Lactic acid helps to make the skin on the eye contours smooth and sunscreen contents can prevent the worsening of the situation. Try usingr
Obagi ELASTIderm Eye Treatment Cream (formerly Night Eye Cream)

Problem: Varicose Veins

Varicose veins are a common problem during pregnancy. This is because female sex hormones weaken the walls of the veins and makes them lax. Sudden weight gain also adds up to it.

In order to prevent varicose veins, make sure you remain active by walking and exercising during pregnancy. Avoid standing for long times and when you lie down, keep your legs elevated. Also, try to follow a low sodium diet.

Also, make sure you avoid ingredients like Vitamin A, salicylic acid, soy, benzoyl peroxide or Hydrocortisone. These can be potentially dangerous during pregnancy.