Skincare

An Overview of the Safety of Skin Care Products During Pregnancy

admin — Wed, 10 Jun 2015 19:47:43 +0000

An Overview of the Safety of Skin Care Products During Pregnancy

admin Wed, 06/10/2015 - 14:47

Pregnancy leads to a range of skin changes among women. Some women experience no skin changes while others can experience severe acne, discoloration, or pigmentation. Acne is a common concern among pregnant women. Various treatments are available, but the safety of these modalities during pregnancy should be a concern. Current evidence for the safety of acne treatment is limited. A generalized overview of the various treatments used for acne and their safety in pregnancy is presented here. A brief overview of other skincare products commonly used during pregnancy and their safety concerns is also mentioned.

Over-The-Counter Treatments for Skin Problems

admin — Fri, 12 Sep 2014 14:43:33 +0000

Over-The-Counter Treatments for Skin Problems

admin Fri, 09/12/2014 - 09:43

A typical pharmacy has shelf after shelf of medicines that can be sold without a doctor's prescription. These are called over-the-counter (OTC) drugs. Many concerned mothers wonder about the safety of these medications while they are breastfeeding a baby. While there are many brands and varieties of drugs on the market, there is a relatively small list of active ingredients in all those products. Careful review of the product label is an essential part of responsible and safe use of these medicines. Some preparations have more than one active ingredient.

Skin Care for Acne

admin — Thu, 11 Sep 2014 20:51:38 +0000

Skin Care for Acne

admin Thu, 09/11/2014 - 15:51

Adult acne during pregnancy and breastfeeding is a common problem. Under these circumstances, the adrenal glands secrete higher levels of androgen hormones that cause the sebaceous glands in the skin to increase in size and production. The extra oil clogs the enlarged pores and promotes the growth of bacteria, especially Propionibacterium acnes.