4 Skincare Tips for Pregnancy | Dr Sam Bunting

[@janaenderle]

I’m 6 weeks postpartum, and pregnancy was really hard on my skin. No acne issues, but there were lots of textural changes (maybe due to cessation of salicylic acid and retinoids) and the constant vomiting for the first 20 weeks contributed to broken capillaries. Now that I’m breastfeeding, dry skin is a huge issue particularly around the hairline and mouth. Thanks for acknowledging the struggle of adapting during a difficult yet joyful time.

[@linz9596]

Thanks for the video, Dr Sam! Can you please do one for breastfeeding as well?

[@DrSamBunting]

Coming soon!

[@TheSnickersChick]

@@DrSamBunting yay!!!

[@jennaelyse5933]

Helpful. Thanks. I’m curious to see your post-pregnancy video next week. As someone who has 2 kids, each nursed for a year, the hardest thing about skincare substitutes is that (with a small break in between nursing the first and pregnancy with the second) I’ve been either pregnant or nursing for 5 years now!

[@KairyMarquez]

Hello doctor, love your channel and all of your content 🤗❤️ but I gotta tell you the bell sound is so loud 😭😅 would you please consider lowering it or replacing it with another sound? Hugs from Atlanta, USA.

[@DrSamBunting]

Thank you! Yes we'll need to adjust that 😊

[@tessa2512]

Love this, thank you! What about bakuchiol? Especially instead of retinol for acne

[@drownzi]

exactly what i was wondering

[@harrietallmark988]

Thanks for this video! Can you recommend a specific product containing Azelaic acid please? I used to use the Paula's Choice booster but I believe that contains salicylic acid too. The Ordinary's Azelaic Acid seems to be out of stock everywhere. Any other suggestions would be so appreciated!

[@aleksandrapuac878]

I'm currently 9 months pregnant. I used the PC's azelaic acid booster and Dr Sam's Brightly through most of my pregnancy, but then I got diagnosed with rosacea. My doctor prescribed me Finacea 15%, and I am so happy with it! It's also a lot cheaper. 👍

[@tomlangford4078]

Geek & Gorgeous aPAD serum contains a really interesting azelaic acid derivative and I have had a noticeable reduction in my rosacea symptoms after using 2x daily for a couple of months. Used PC AA previously, but this is just so much more affordable with a v nice texture.

[@rheaultm33]

On amazon, you can get a 10% azelaic acid serum by Cos de Baha. Its mosituring and is a aloe vera base. My mom, her friend, and I have noticed that skin redness and inflammation has gotten much better! Also its like $13

[@adadurczak-szerling3516]

Thank you for the video, Dr Sam :) Is it safe to use peptides and bakuchiol?

[@sabrinas.3564]

How about hair dyes? Thanks! 🤗

[@julieee3912]

Thanks for your videos. They are really concise and efficient. Much appreciated. Can we use your brightly serum during pregnancy? Thanks in advance

[@sweensuz]

Great advice, thank you!

[@DrSamBunting]

Glad it was helpful!❤️

[@maryjaneramirez3718]

Hi again Dr Sam. How about using tranexamic acid in skincare?

[@juliapasch1157]

Great and informative Video! Thank you very much. I wasn‘t sure about AHAs. What do you think?

[@DrSamBunting]

Yes, they're fine.

[@mitchmartillan9390]

Hi Doc is your flawless brightly serum safe for pregnant women since it has bakuchiol? Thank you

[@MissR-xg1up]

Hi can use glycolic acids and azelaic together?

[@oufuk5284]

Hi Dr Sam, thanks for this great video! I saw you suggested neostrata sheer physical sunscreen during pregnancy in your previous videos. However, I heard that Butyloctyl Salicylate is not safe during pregnancy so that would be great if you can share your thoughts on this ingredient! Thank you!!

[@muiawat]

In the context of pigmentation and heat , should at home led masks be avoided as well during pregnancy? Also what about ipl and microcurrent home devices ???!

[@shreeya1113]

I think led lights are safe

[@ngttieen]

Dont use microcurrent devices during pregnancy, most companies that provide such devices specifically note on their website that it should not be used during pregnancy

[@beacoley8758]

Any product recommendations for skin darkening during pregnancy?

[@rachelr5049]

Thank you for sharing your expertise. Can you use retinol alternatives such as cacay oil or bakuchiol?

[@roxannegekonge1736]

Wow,I have learnt alot from you doc.Please next videos you make on skin issues when describing how they present please include other skin colors so that some of us who are not white can know how this conditions will present on our skin..eg hyperpigmentation and others that cause the skin to change colour.Thank you for the knowledge you are impacting in us.

[@julesmiller140]

Great tips! This is the first video of yours I have watched, and while I loved the info, the dinging noise was so much louder than your voice that I almost couldn’t finish the video cause it was hurting my ears. I’m using headphones so that is part of it, but I am hoping that the audio isn’t so jarring on the rest of your videos. Cheers!

[@elifdobbertin980]

can I use azelaic acid in first trimester to? Thank you so much=)

[@Anna-vz5tn]

Hello! Is it safe to use depilatory creams for hair removal on the face during breastfeeding?

[@chloegranleese5748]

Really helpful thanks- advice on replacement ingredients for red/rosacea skin? I have been advised to stop Soolantra. x

[@maryjaneramirez3718]

Thanks Dr Sam. How about exfoliating acids? Is that allowed? Thanks

[@rnoor9078]

Can i use 2% salicylic acid toner during pregnancy?

[@gerganapopova274]

Thank you for this video, Dr Sam! Is it still safe to get facials (AHA/PHA peels) during pregnancy?

[@DrSamBunting]

AHAs and PHAS are safe.

[@simone233]

Any concerns in the literature around peptides in pregnancy skincare?

[@allysonbrown9159]

Is Flawless sunscreen also pregnancy safe? Thank you for sharing your info Xxx

[@DrSamBunting]

Yes. Thank-you!

[@priyankakanodia6817]

Hi. I wanted to know can I use azelaic acid with vitamin c together and how to use it in my routine?

[@sandran.9775]

Dr Sam how long before planning do you tell your patients to stop Spironolactone?

[@aydakhayari4114]

What about Glycolic Acid ??

[@darkblack5636]

Is Ponds Flawless Radiance Anti Blemish Day and night cream is safe in pregnancy? Plz tell me.

[@M_K_M_K_M_K]

Would you recommend a woman (33 now) who might want to get pregnant in maybe a year or two, who is still dealing with bad hormonal acne, to start Differin - or better wait a few years? I have already bought it but am scared to go through the purge phase, and then have to redo it all after pregnancy? Would you say it is good to start now and then substitute when the time comes? Would it be easier to go back to using a retinoid afterwards, or would I need to start all over again?

[@niranjanavijyaraghavan3666]

Is it safe to use Lactic acid PHA

[@DrSamBunting]

Yes, these are safe.

[@niranjanavijyaraghavan3666]

Tq Dr Bunting , Is micronised zinc oxide safe or is the large particle zinc oxide safer to use ?

[@kitty3829]

Can I use Alpha Arbutin 2% during pregnancy ?

[@soufbeauti]

Can the ordinary niacin 10% zinc 1% be used?

[@angelicavillafane4094]

Hi Dr. Thanks for your video. I'm 5 months pregnant and my keratosis pilaris has gotten worse on my legs and arms. Is it safe to use my amlactin 12% Lactic acid lotion?

[@nehaaggarwal3545]

Thank you Doctor. I am married and not planning to get pregnant for the next one year. Can i use retinol now (about a year before i get pregnant)?

[@divyayugesh8677]

Ya ofcourse u can

[@aliyakassam6]

Would it be risky to wear the 2% salicylic Acid masque by the ordinary? What about cerave SA cleanser?

[@DrSamBunting]

I'd recommend azelaic acid-based products instead - and you'll get more efficacy from leave-on products.

[@aliyakassam6]

@@DrSamBunting Just difficult to find products with azelaic acid in Canada, and there are restrictions on ordering it and bringing it into the country. Could you suggest any products?

[@chebon8493]

can i use the ordinary 10% niacinamide?

[@DrSamBunting]

Niacinamide can be used during pregnancy. It is also included in our moisturiser and daily sunscreen if you wish to use this active without having an extra step in your routine ❤

[@dailydoseofmedicinee]

👍 Moisturize Twice a Day. Exfoliate Occasionally, Not Every Day Don't Overthink It.

[@charlenetpx]

❤️❤️❤️

[@user-jg9uc4in5u]

Quick question, Is it true that using adapalene 0.3 as a teen causes birth defects (during pregnancy) in the future(years from now)?

[@ayf3056]

😍😍😍

[@user-jg9uc4in5u]

Is it true that using retinoids as a teen causes birth defects (during pregnancy) in the future?

[@ngttieen]

No thats not true. Most dermatologist would advice you to stop using any forms of vitamin A (retinol/tretinoin/accutane) at least 6 months to a full year before trying to conceive. That 6 months to a full year would be enough, would not cause any birth defects if you use retinoids as a teen; as long as you dont use it in and right before the prenancy period

[@bushraimdad5326]

are peptides or collagen products pregnancy safe?