Pregnancy-Safe Skincare For Oily or Blemish-Prone Skin
Hormones can make even previously dry complexions turn shiny and unpredictable. The good news? You do not have to abandon active skincare—just swap to ingredients that are proven safe for pregnancy and log them inside MamaSkin.
Morning routine
- Gentle cleanse: CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser keeps sebum in check with niacinamide and ceramides.
- Balancing serum: Layer The INKEY List Niacinamide Serum to calm redness and reinforce your barrier.
- Targeted exfoliation (2-3 mornings a week): Sweep on Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid using a reusable cotton round to keep pores clear.
- Oil-free hydration: Finish with The INKEY List Omega Water Cream for lightweight moisture that will not congest skin.
- Mineral sunscreen: Pick a zinc or hybrid SPF, scan it with MamaSkin, and apply liberally.
Evening routine
- Double cleanse if you wore SPF/make-up. Start with a balm or oil, then repeat with the CeraVe foaming cleanser.
- Alternate treatment nights. Use your BHA every other evening and keep the off-nights for hydration (hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, or a simple moisturiser).
- Spot treat mindfully. Dab a pea-sized amount of your BHA onto individual breakouts or use a sulphur-based spot treatment that has passed a MamaSkin scan.
- Hydrate from the inside. Drink water, prioritise sleep, and keep your pillowcases clean.
Tips from the MamaSkin community
- Keep a scan diary. If a breakout happens, you can look back at what you used, what you ate, or how much sleep you logged. Patterns reveal themselves quickly.
- Balance, do not strip. Over-cleansing can trigger more oil. Instead, let niacinamide, BHA, and lightweight moisturisers do the heavy lifting.
- Speak to your GP if breakouts become painful or cystic. Bring your app history so they know which over-the-counter actives you have already tested.
Make MamaSkin your oil-control co-pilot
Use the routine tracker to set reminders, log flare-ups, and compare your skin in each trimester. Mia also explains every ingredient in plain English, so you know exactly why a product received a green or amber flag.
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