Diaper Swappers

Mommyto2B2G · 10-13-2012, 11:55 PM

I have gotten cystic acne really bad since pregnancy. I have had problems in the past and been using doctor prescribed medications for it. When I became pregnant it was gone (the acne) but I was using it to keep it away. I stopped using it right away because I know some of that stuff isn't pregnancy safe. Well... I stopped it and my acne came back full force and I can't keep it under control. Besides looking like crap it hurts like heck. What can I use for acne? I don't want to use anything not safe. I have an appt in a week where I can ask but I am impatient and want to start using something sooner.

nursemama23 · 10-14-2012, 05:45 AM

Subbing for suggestions. With my previous pregnancies my skin cleared up beautifully but this time it just keeps getting worse. It's also become really dry and irritated. Yay hormones!

carriek38 · 10-14-2012, 08:45 AM

I believe that acne products where the active ingredient is sulfur are safe during pregnancy. I've used a sulfur soap for a couple years w/ pretty good results & I know there are a few masks & spot creams as well.

Mommyto2B2G · 10-14-2012, 10:15 AM

sulfur based? Awesome, I'll check at the store today! Thank you.

chandni3 · 10-14-2012, 10:23 AM

Benzoyl Peroxide is level C at high doses I believe but your body only absorbs a small amount of what you put on your skin and then you're only using it on a part of your body. It's been used for years and years with no reports of adverse reactions. Some women use it not even thinking that skin care products can be a problem. You could use it only on individual spots or every other night to be more cautious. Also, Salicyclic acid at or below 2% is safe. It's Salicyclic acid that's in asprin that you ingest that is not recommended as it can thin the blood. I used Salicyclic acid face wash (left it on for several mins in the shower) daily and benzyol peroxide a couple times a week while pregnant. I did a lot of research on both of them. Shampoo is probably more dangerous when pregnant than these products.

carriek38 · 10-14-2012, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by chandni3

Benzoyl Peroxide is level C at high doses I believe but your body only absorbs a small amount of what you put on your skin and then you're only using it on a part of your body. It's been used for years and years with no reports of adverse reactions. Some women use it not even thinking that skin care products can be a problem. You could use it only on individual spots or every other night to be more cautious. Also, Salicyclic acid at or below 2% is safe. It's Salicyclic acid that's in asprin that you ingest that is not recommended as it can thin the blood. I used Salicyclic acid face wash (left it on for several mins in the shower) daily and benzyol peroxide a couple times a week while pregnant. I did a lot of research on both of them. Shampoo is probably more dangerous when pregnant than these products.

Agreed; I think that the risks associated w/ most topical acne stuff is overblown; if I'm in that position, I'll probably use sulfur-based products b/c I've already had good luck w/ them & I believe they are the "safest". I've not had great luck with salicylic acid anyway, so avoiding it isn't any hardship to me...if it worked better for me, I might still use it on occasion.

Mommyto2B2G · 10-14-2012, 12:23 PM

Mine was really heavy duty prescription stuff that sometimes burned my skin. I only used the one that wasn't as bad when I found out I was pregnant and the packaging says do not use during pregnancy so it scared me. Ugh I haven't had this problem in over a year. Dang you hormones!

EmilytheStrange · 10-14-2012, 01:34 PM

I recommend adding witchhazel. Wash (with whatever you choose), tone with witchhazel, and then moisturize.

I had adult acne and discovered the healing properties of witchhazel in my 30's and it's been a lifesaver. Pregnancy hasn't been able to screw with my face and I generally blame that on the witchhazel as well.

ETA: I also discovered that I cannot use any products with salycilic acid in them. My skin erupts. So, I avoid that. Benzoyl peroxide is good, but there are several other active ingredients that you can find in cleansers. Most things seem to rely on SA though.

momneedssupport · 10-14-2012, 04:31 PM

Ive been using the witchhazel and my acne has cleared up amazingly.my dry patches, not so much.

The Fancy Pansy · 10-14-2012, 05:49 PM

I also use witch hazel. I just take a bottle and add a few drops of TTO and lavender to it, and use it morning and night on a cotton ball.

10-13-2012, 11:55 PM	#1
Mommyto2B2G Registered Users Formerly: *kau Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Wouldn't you like to know ;) Posts: 1,061 Ratings: 3 Feedback: 100% My Mood:	Acne during pregnancy I have gotten cystic acne really bad since pregnancy. I have had problems in the past and been using doctor prescribed medications for it. When I became pregnant it was gone (the acne) but I was using it to keep it away. I stopped using it right away because I know some of that stuff isn't pregnancy safe. Well... I stopped it and my acne came back full force and I can't keep it under control. Besides looking like crap it hurts like heck. What can I use for acne? I don't want to use anything not safe. I have an appt in a week where I can ask but I am impatient and want to start using something sooner. __________________ Proud Mama to: My big guys C (9/2002) and N (10/2003), and my princess (3/2006). Always missing my angel babies 3/2008, 9/2011, and twins 5/2012 Baby C is here! 5/2013

10-14-2012, 05:45 AM	#2
nursemama23 Registered Users Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Fairfield PA Posts: 982 Ratings: 22 Feedback: 100%	Subbing for suggestions. With my previous pregnancies my skin cleared up beautifully but this time it just keeps getting worse. It's also become really dry and irritated. Yay hormones! __________________ Married to Mike~ Proud mama to Mackenzie (11), Madelynn (8) ,Marleigh (14months), and expecting We are a family

10-14-2012, 08:45 AM	#3
carriek38 Registered Users Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Central New York Posts: 6,190 Ratings: 48 Feedback: 100%	I believe that acne products where the active ingredient is sulfur are safe during pregnancy. I've used a sulfur soap for a couple years w/ pretty good results & I know there are a few masks & spot creams as well. __________________ Carrie. Wifey to F, Mama to E.

10-14-2012, 10:15 AM	#4
Mommyto2B2G Registered Users Formerly: *kau Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Wouldn't you like to know ;) Posts: 1,061 Ratings: 3 Feedback: 100% My Mood:	Re: Acne during pregnancy sulfur based? Awesome, I'll check at the store today! Thank you. __________________ Proud Mama to: My big guys C (9/2002) and N (10/2003), and my princess (3/2006). Always missing my angel babies 3/2008, 9/2011, and twins 5/2012 Baby C is here! 5/2013

10-14-2012, 10:23 AM	#5
chandni3 Registered Users Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 2,343 Ratings: 9 Feedback: 100%	Re: Acne during pregnancy Benzoyl Peroxide is level C at high doses I believe but your body only absorbs a small amount of what you put on your skin and then you're only using it on a part of your body. It's been used for years and years with no reports of adverse reactions. Some women use it not even thinking that skin care products can be a problem. You could use it only on individual spots or every other night to be more cautious. Also, Salicyclic acid at or below 2% is safe. It's Salicyclic acid that's in asprin that you ingest that is not recommended as it can thin the blood. I used Salicyclic acid face wash (left it on for several mins in the shower) daily and benzyol peroxide a couple times a week while pregnant. I did a lot of research on both of them. Shampoo is probably more dangerous when pregnant than these products. __________________ Mommy to sweet daughter K Nov 2011. due June 2013. Wife to wonderful husband D since Sept 2008. Always remembering baby J 10wks ISO: Newborn diapers, BG pocket diapers