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Salicylic Acid?

msashley2010-2msashley2010-2 member
in September 2017 Moms
I wasn't entirely sure which thread this should be put under. (Stupid questions, perhaps?) But I came across an article on TB today talking about pregnancy skin issues and how salicylic acid is a big no no during pregnancy. I've never heard of this before and both my cleanser and toner contain about 2% of salicylic acid. 

I try not to be too Google happy because I end up scaring myself but I read something about possible birth defects and of course I'm all paranoid now. 

Has anyone else heard of this or know of what the main concern is? Anyone else currently using SA products that were okayed by your doctor? 

I plan on talking to my obgyn next week to get their input regarding this matter. 
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  • mrsvp614mrsvp614 member
    When I asked my doctor about what skincare products/ingredients to avoid, she only mentioned retinol. But now I guess I'll go look at the ingredients on my stuff too!
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  • jessieR358jessieR358 member
    I quit salicylic acid with this baby but used it sporadically with my first. A good friend said her OB told her the concentrations in over the counter products generally won't cause any harm. 
    I switched to a charcoal bar and clindamycin topical solution to help my acne with this baby. 
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  • TexafornianTexafornian member
    I didn't use salacylic acid or retinol during my last pregnancy or this one...
    Its in a ton of shampoos as well. 


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  • Sugargirl1019Sugargirl1019 member
    I've heard 2% and below is fine. It's the acne spot treatments that have 10% that should not be used. But, I still switched to a charcoal based cleaner.

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  • msashley2010-2msashley2010-2 member
    Thanks everyone for the input! 
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  • jutondreaujutondreau member
    Here's an article that's medically reviewed with solid sources. It may shed some light/ease your mind @Msashley2010

    https://www.healthline.com/health/pregnancy/salicylic-acid
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  • SummerGirl21SummerGirl21 member
    Just jumping in...I used face cleaning products with salicylic acid with my first two pregnancies and everything was fine.  The concentration is so low...I just wasn't all that concerned.  I use a charcoal based cleanser now, so it's not relevant anymore, but had I not changed out of necessity for my skin, I'd still use it.

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