Is Revolution Beauty Safe During Pregnancy? #

Revolution Beauty has a wide mix of cleansers, moisturisers, and treatment formulas. Many of the brand's core basics are low risk in our database, while stronger actives and treatment products deserve a closer look.

Use MamaSkin to scan the exact bottle you own, since formulas change and some limited editions differ from standard lines.

Quick verdict #

• Safe-leaning: everyday cleansers, moisturisers, and simple hydration steps.
• Use with caution: active-heavy treatments, peels, and some SPF formulas.
• Avoid: retinol or retinoid-labeled products and any high-risk items flagged in our database.

Safe Revolution Beauty picks (brand - name - safety score - notes) #

• Revolution Beauty 12.5% Vitamin C & Ferulic Acid Serum (score 79) - targeted serum or essence step.
• Revolution Beauty 12.5% Vitamin C Super Serum (score 79) - targeted serum or essence step.
• Revolution Beauty 20% Vitamin C Radiance Serum (score 79) - targeted serum or essence step.
• Revolution Beauty Brighten Up 3% Vitamin C Brightening Serum (score 79) - targeted serum or essence step.
• Revolution Beauty C The Glow 12.5% Vitamin C Brightening Serum (score 79) - targeted serum or essence step.
• Revolution Beauty Glyco Glow Brightening AHA Toner (score 79) - exfoliating; limit frequency.
• Revolution Beauty Haircare Salicylic Acid Purifying Scalp Serum (score 79) - targeted serum or essence step.
• Revolution Beauty Pore Player 2% Salicylic Acid & Aloe Clarifying BHA Toner (score 79) - exfoliating; limit frequency.

Products to use with caution #

• Revolution Beauty 2.5% Glycolic Acid AHA Glow Liquid Exfoliant Toner (score 58, medium risk).
• Revolution Beauty 4K Bronzer Palette (score 58, medium risk).
• Revolution Beauty 8 4D Restore Oil (score 58, medium risk).

Products to avoid in pregnancy #

• Revolution Beauty 0.2% Retinol Serum (score 26, high risk).
• Revolution Beauty 0.3% Retinol & Hyaluronic Acid Serum (score 26, high risk).
• Revolution Beauty 1% Retinol Restore Serum (score 26, high risk).

Ingredient watchlist from our library #

• Retinoids (high risk): avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• Hydroquinone (medium risk): higher absorption; commonly avoided.
• Strong exfoliating acids (medium risk): limit leave-on AHAs and BHAs; skip peels.
• Chemical sunscreen filters (medium risk): choose mineral filters if you want the lowest absorption.

Simple Revolution Beauty routines #

• AM: Gentle cleanser -> light moisturiser -> mineral SPF.
• PM: Gentle cleanser -> barrier moisturiser; keep actives minimal.
• If you wear makeup: remove it fully before bed and keep your base routine simple.

FAQs #

• Is Revolution Beauty safe while pregnant? Many Revolution Beauty basics are low risk, but you should scan each product to confirm the current formula.
• Which Revolution Beauty products should I avoid? Avoid retinol or retinoid-labeled treatments and any product flagged high risk in the database.
• Is Revolution Beauty skincare safe during pregnancy? Many cleansers and moisturisers are low risk, but actives and SPF formulas need a quick check.

Read next #

• Is Pixi Beauty Safe During Pregnancy?
• Is Retinol Safe During Pregnancy?
• Pregnancy-safe skincare: top picks and what to avoid (2025)

References #

• ACOG on skin changes in pregnancy: https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/skin-conditions-during-pregnancy
• American Academy of Dermatology on pregnancy skin care: https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/pregnancy/skin-care/skin-care-pregnancy
• DermNet NZ on topical retinoids: https://dermnetnz.org/topics/topical-retinoids

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