my face wash has been deceiving me!

melissalynnev

I've been using nuetragena for so long I didn't even think about it until I read the ingredients(which are on the front of the bottle!!!) the other day and realized it said salicylic acid. I'm almost 10 weeks and freaking out... Obviously I've stopped all use of any product and got sensitive brands but still, having a freak out...

lozbub3

Hey sweety :-) its fine to use while pregnant, it doesnt stay on long enough to absorb into the blood so no harm to bub... Xxx<3 cleanse away

ecwk

I don't think you should worry. I believe it's fine in small doses but I'd avoid it from now on.

goldie987

Don't freak. All the studies of salicylic acid have been on much higher doses than in face wash. Should you continue to use it? That's something to discuss with your doctor (some say its fine, some say to avoid). Do I think you harmed your baby? Not likely. Don't stress, it was an honest mistake.

adiaz132003

Hey all. I'm an esthetician. I suggest no longer using it and go for a simple face wash. It's normally long term use that would be an issue and the over the counter stuff has 1-2% at most and you rinse most of it off. I don't think it caused any damage. I personally stay away from it just to be safe. Def don't use things like masks and spot treatments or creams with BHAs, benzoyl peroxide, or retinA. Hope this helped.

melissalynnev

Thank you all! I appreciate the comfort and feedback!