How to deal with annoying pregnancy skin issues

bumptara · August 2015

Have you been waiting to experience the “pregnancy glow” you’ve heard so much about, only to find your skin is totally freaking out lately?

Like sunscreen on a hot day, we’ve got you covered. Here, Bump experts explain the causes of these common problems and how to tackle them.

How do you deal with these annoying skin issues?

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BLOVELYHAMMONS · September 2015

My skin has been really dry and I can see my eczema start to come sooner than expected; which is winter(we live in TX). To prevent the bumps and dry areas along the skin, I use Palmers Cocoa Oil ^ Butter. Just a little, wouldn't want my face to become oily;)
-Brie

Squash0612 · October 2015

I'm already seeing pimples come up around my chin area. I have combination skin so putting oil on it will not help me. Any recommendation?

hillanne87 · October 2015

kmk115 said:
I'm already seeing pimples come up around my chin area. I have combination skin so putting oil on it will not help me. Any recommendation?

When I was pregnant with my son, my skin was terrible. I ordered the Belli Skincare products and they were amazing. They're pregnancy safe, smell pepperminty, and made my skin so soft. Some of my family members who weren't pregnant ordered them because they liked it so much. I'm going to have to stock up this time!

williamzbabytx · October 2015

I am having a flare up of eczema. I haven't had since I was a child.

Squash0612 · October 2015

I've been using the three step solutions, face wash, tonic, cream and it's been helping. Give your skin some extra attention and it should look better, mine has

mwniels2 · October 2015

I went to my dermatologist and she prescribed Finacea topical cream for night time and Clinda lotion for morning. Both are completely pregnancy safe and have cleared my hormonal spots right up. I always had great skin before pregnancy so I definitely wanted it gone asap!

Knottie57675568 · October 2015

My forehead is breaking out like crazy! I've always had really clear skin so this totally sucks. I have heard that it will go away in my 2nd trimester so I'm not looking to spend a lot of money on skincare. Any ideas?

Knottie38244468 · October 2015

I'm in the same boat! I've been breaking out so bad on my forehead and don't want to add to the problem by experimenting with a ton of different skincare products!

Incandescent · October 2015

Me too! My forehead, its awful

I switched to a non acne face wash when I found out, but its just not getting any better, but its not getting worse either so I guess that's good.
I started swabbing my forehead with alcohol twice a day, so maybe that will help $:\$

pearlymeow · October 2015

Try witch hazel and tea tree oil mixed. I use this morning and night in between washes and it works wonders for me

pearlymeow · October 2015

Ooh and this stuff is cheap. 8$ total for both

mepxw7 · October 2015

Look up suds soap company. I found them on Instagram and I am obsessed! The peppermint tea tree soap is my favorite, but I also love the scrub. The soaps are only 5 dollars a piece or you can get a set of 3 bars plus the scrub for 25 dollars. All natural and they are soooo helping my breakouts. I used Bell last pregnancy with no luck.

adiaz132003 · October 2015

Hey girls, skin care professional here, I'll be honest with everyone as far as acne goes the best thing to do is to make sure your skin stays clean and you use a non clogging basic lotion for your skin type. Hormonal acne is one of those things that will not go away with things like witch hazel or tea tree which can dry you out and make you breakout later on. Let it ride. It sucks for me too. I had perfect skin until I got KU and now the acne is crazy but I do not pick at it, I keep it clean, keep hydrated and if it's really bad, cover up while I'm at work.

Incandescent · October 2015

adiaz132003 said:
Hey girls, skin care professional here, I'll be honest with everyone as far as acne goes the best thing to do is to make sure your skin stays clean and you use a non clogging basic lotion for your skin type. Hormonal acne is one of those things that will not go away with things like witch hazel or tea tree which can dry you out and make you breakout later on. Let it ride. It sucks for me too. I had perfect skin until I got KU and now the acne is crazy but I do not pick at it, I keep it clean, keep hydrated and if it's really bad, cover up while I'm at work.

What cleanser do you use? I always used acne medicine cleansers, and I don't know what to use now. I don't really wear makeup much so I don't need that.

adiaz132003 · October 2015

Incandescent said:

adiaz132003 said:
Hey girls, skin care professional here, I'll be honest with everyone as far as acne goes the best thing to do is to make sure your skin stays clean and you use a non clogging basic lotion for your skin type. Hormonal acne is one of those things that will not go away with things like witch hazel or tea tree which can dry you out and make you breakout later on. Let it ride. It sucks for me too. I had perfect skin until I got KU and now the acne is crazy but I do not pick at it, I keep it clean, keep hydrated and if it's really bad, cover up while I'm at work.
What cleanser do you use? I always used acne medicine cleansers, and I don't know what to use now. I don't really wear makeup much so I don't need that.

I use dermalogica special cleansing gel. It's the only one I've used that makes me feel the cleanest and it's made for all skin types.

Incandescent · October 2015

adiaz132003 said:

Incandescent said:

adiaz132003 said:
Hey girls, skin care professional here, I'll be honest with everyone as far as acne goes the best thing to do is to make sure your skin stays clean and you use a non clogging basic lotion for your skin type. Hormonal acne is one of those things that will not go away with things like witch hazel or tea tree which can dry you out and make you breakout later on. Let it ride. It sucks for me too. I had perfect skin until I got KU and now the acne is crazy but I do not pick at it, I keep it clean, keep hydrated and if it's really bad, cover up while I'm at work.
What cleanser do you use? I always used acne medicine cleansers, and I don't know what to use now. I don't really wear makeup much so I don't need that.
I use dermalogica special cleansing gel. It's the only one I've used that makes me feel the cleanest and it's made for all skin types.

Thanks! I'll try that

lalavg · October 2015

They have a cloth that is called the make up eraser. It's great if you don't want to use cleansers and it takes your make up off so easy!

I'm using the Perricone cold plasma moisturizer which makes my skin super clear and glowy

Gert1017 · October 2015

My back and chest are breaking out like crazy!

yavannah · October 2015

Had really bad exczema on my hands and chest. Wasnt sure if I could use the topical steroid cream I usually use and went to see my doctor. He said it was fine but also prescribed a milder one (desonide cream 0.05%). I've been using that one and it cleared up

Also learned that my grandma had bad eczema while pregnant, maybee its genetical?

RMM1204 · October 2015

@adiaz132003 which specific cleanser?

A friend said she had glycolic peels which really helped clear her skin when she was pregnant. Anyone try that?

mrsschmity · October 2015

@adiaz132003 do you have any recommendations as far as any non-pore clogging makeup? I wash my face every night before bed and every morning and apply a moisturizer, but I think the root of my problem might be my makeup. I don't have cystic acne or the red flareups - my problem is comedones (I think that's what they're called) on my chin and along my jawline. No matter how clean and moisturized I keep my face, I can't seem to get rid of them. I'm assuming my makeup is just keeping my pores clogged. I work in a professional envirionment, so I need to wear at least some makeup!

crdo · October 2015

I have oily, acne-prone skin normally, and I'm anticipating more breakouts as my pregnancy progresses (only 4 wks now).

I'll read up on the dermalogica cleanser you mentioned, @adiaz132003. My skin is pretty responsive to benzoyl peroxide, but I switched to a mild salicylic acid cleanser by Alba Botanica while TTC. Based on the reading I've done those are 2 ingredients to limit/avoid while pregnant, so need an alternative to take care of this pizza face nonsense. *Off to Ulta I go*

Will be watching this thread for sure!

dennyandlee · October 2015

Ahh, yes my back especially!!! I never had problems with my back before!!!

Saracp78 · October 2015

I really like Belli products! I started using it face was during my last pregnancy and heat it up I've the last 8 months because of breast feeding... I'll continue with this pregnancy. It is expensive but a little goes a long way

adiaz132003 · October 2015

@mrsschmity mineral makeup clogs more. I like tinted moisturizers best and remember to wash it off as soon as you get home.

@RMM1204 "dermalogica special cleansing gel" is the name of the cleanser. They also have "ultra calming cleanser" if you tend to get irritated from other skincare products

adiaz132003 · October 2015

@crdo you are correct those are to be avoided

@mrsschmity I'll add that comedones can also be caused by not using the right exfoliant or using the wrong moisturizer. Unless you go to see an esthitician there's no way to know which one it is unless you just try to address each possibility one at a time and keep in mind, it takes a couple weeks to see a change once you switch products or routine.

mrszoess · October 2015

I love the belli hydration!!!! get it on amazon!!!

Saracp78 · October 2015

@mrszoess I use the cleanser, hydration and spot treatment (my monthly break outs came back when my period came back) the spot treatment really dries out.

What I love is that I know it is safe for me, my new LO in my belly and my DS who is 9 moths and breastfeeding.

Saracp78 · October 2015

Oh my I already wrote that :-\" I think being pregnant with a little one who still wakes me to feed is really going to be rough... Ha ha! Sorry!

afu842 · October 2015

Biggest thing - make sure you're double cleansing if you wear makeup. You really need an oil or balm cleanser to remove makeup properly followed by a foam or cream cleanser to clean the skin (the old skincare saying 'don't take a shower with your clothes still on'). Then follow with a hydrating and/or cream

jjmartinezz · November 2015

What's a good body lotion to use? Before I got pregnant I used Burt's Bee's but it's made me break out in hives! My legs and feet are starting to get dry and rough.

lm45678 · November 2015

Thanks @hillanne87 for the Belli suggestion- I absolutely love their stuff! Plus I got 15% off and free shipping :-bd

crdo · November 2015

laurenm2123 said:
Thanks @hillanne87 for the Belli suggestion- I absolutely love their stuff! Plus I got 15% off and free shipping :-bd

I broke down and bought the Belli system last night! Woohoo!

@jjmartinezz: I use Burt's Bees Milk and Honey, so that won't be much help since you said it caused a reaction. I noticed Belli makes a body lotion, or I've read Weleda makes a nice body lotion (whole foods)?

stillcozy · November 2015

Thanks for the tip! Any suggestions on lotion for someone with sensative skin?

stillcozy · November 2015

I feel like I am back in high school with these breakouts! Good grief oh well also my cheeks have been flushing a lot as well so I look embarrassed often as well anyone else experienced that?

Knottie86418473 · November 2015

@Lindsayleigh1989 - I tried this recipe for making my own face cream and really like it:

https://saynotsweetanne.com/2013/green-tea-face-cream/

It's a little annoying as if you're not in an area with a lot of 'natural' food stores these products can be a little tricky to find. I was able to find them at Sprouts and the Co-op in my area though.

Also, I've been using apple cider vinegar on my face. It's smelly but helps with reducing the redness from the acne. If you're skin is really sensitive I'd recommend starting with a mix of 50/50 apple cider vinegar to water, put it on a cotton ball, then wipe over your face. (Most people don't mind the smell too much, but my DH calls me "foot face" when I use it. lol)

B2FlyGirl · November 2015

Any R&F consultants/clients? I've been dealing with adult hormonal acne since I got off birth control 3 years ago. Right before I got pregnant, I was about to try Unblemish, but put it on hold until I can find out if it's safe. I've heard some rumors it's safe as long as you don't use the spot fading toner which had salicylic acid...the primary wash is a sulfur active ingredient. Can any consultants or clients shed light on this?

adiaz132003 · November 2015

@b2fkygirl I'd say the only thing you can use would be the wash cause everything else has stuff that I wouldn't recommend. But even the wash could dry you out and the key to hormonal acne is not to dry it out but to keep it really clean and use calming ingredients.

samsonator · November 2015

Lindsayleigh1989 said:
I feel like I am back in high school with these breakouts! Good grief oh well also my cheeks have been flushing a lot as well so I look embarrassed often as well anyone else experienced that?

Yes!!!!! It is so annoying! I always look embarrassed in meetings lately and I'm not! The second I'm even kinda hot my cheeks are bright red. So odd.

Atlast111 · November 2015

So glad I'm not the only one! Getting big liquidy whiteheads.....gross! This is what a lepper must feel like, I'm one step away from buying a bell....lol. The worst is you can't buy belli in the uk unless you want to pay 4x the price on Amazon. Any girls got any other suggestions for stuff I can get here?

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