Is Uriage Safe During Pregnancy? #

Uriage 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 Uriage picks (brand - name - safety score - notes) #

• Uriage Bariederm-Cica Fissures Cracks Ointment (score 79) - low risk in our database.
• Uriage Bariederm Cica-Lips Protecting Balm (score 79) - low-risk lip product.
• Uriage Bariesun Mineral Cream SPF 50+ (score 79) - daily sun protection.
• Uriage Bariesun - Mineral Cream Tinted Compact Fair SPF50+ (score 79) - daily sun protection.
• Uriage Bebe 1st Mineral Cream SPF 50+ (score 79) - daily sun protection.
• Uriage Depiderm Corrective Eye Contour Care (score 79) - makeup base or finish step.
• Uriage DS Regulating Soothing Emulsion (score 79) - low risk in our database.
• Uriage Xemose Face Cream (score 79) - barrier-friendly moisture.

Products to use with caution #

• Uriage Hyseac SOS Paste (score 58, medium risk).
• Uriage Pruriced Soothing Gel (score 58, medium risk).
• Uriage Bariesun Anti-Brown Spot Fluid SPF 50+ (score 55, medium risk).

Products to avoid in pregnancy #

• Uriage Age Absolu Redensifying Rosy Cream (score 26, high risk).
• Uriage Age Absolu Redensifying Sleeping Mask (score 26, high risk).
• Uriage Age Lift Intensive Firming Smoothing 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 Uriage 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 Uriage safe while pregnant? Many Uriage basics are low risk, but you should scan each product to confirm the current formula.
• Which Uriage products should I avoid? Avoid retinol or retinoid-labeled treatments and any product flagged high risk in the database.
• Is Uriage skincare safe during pregnancy? Many cleansers and moisturisers are low risk, but actives and SPF formulas need a quick check.

Read next #

• Is La Roche-Posay Safe During Pregnancy?
• Is Bioderma Safe During Pregnancy?
• Is CeraVe Safe During Pregnancy?

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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