Glycolic Acid (20% compound and 12% compound and Salicylic Acid

[sscott]

Would you be able to tell me if any of these are safe to use while breastfeeding my 12 month old?

Cleanser:
Glycolic Acid 12% compound
Salicylic Acid 1.5%

Face Cream:
Glycolic Acid 20% compound
Superoxide Dismutase (SOD)

Much appreciated.

[admin-james]

Hi, thanks for your post.

The short answer is that these products are likely to be safe to use while breastfeeding, although we do not have specific studies to look at. The long answer is here:

http://www.infantrisk.com/content/over-counter-treatments-skin-problems

Please call us at the InfantRisk Center if this has not completely answered your question.*(806)352-2519

-James Abbey, MD