Bio-Oil Skincare Oil

Umbrella term for an undisclosed fragrance blend. It’s not usually a pregnancy-specific concern at normal cosmetic use levels, but the exact components and concentrations aren’t fully disclosed on the label, so we score it more conservatively. If you prefer maximum transparency (or you’re sensitive to fragrance compounds), choose fragrance-free/unscented products.

Highly refined mineral oil (occlusive emollient). Cosmetic-grade mineral oil has very low skin absorption and is widely considered safe for topical use during pregnancy when used as intended. Concerns raised online typically relate to unrefined/poorly refined mineral oils and dietary mineral oil hydrocarbons, not regulated cosmetic-grade topical use.

A branched fatty-acid ester used as a lightweight emollient and texture agent. Cosmetic safety reviewers concluded that alkyl ethylhexanoates, including cetearyl ethylhexanoate, are safe in current practices when formulated to be non-irritating. No pregnancy-specific concern was identified for normal topical use.

This emollient ester improves slip and skin feel. Cosmetic Ingredient Review assessments support use in current cosmetic concentrations when formulated to be non-irritating; topical use is not identified as a pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific concern. Some alkyl esters can increase penetration of other formula ingredients.

Helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil is a common emollient rich in fatty acids and is generally well tolerated, with no known pregnancy or breastfeeding concerns in topical cosmetic use.

Tocopheryl acetate (vitamin E derivative) is used as an antioxidant and skin-conditioning ingredient; it is considered low concern in topical use with no known pregnancy or breastfeeding risks at cosmetic concentrations.

A Roman chamomile flower extract or oil used for skin conditioning and fragrance. Cosmetic safety reviewers concluded that Anthemis nobilis-derived ingredients are safe in current practices when formulated to be non-sensitising. People allergic to plants in the daisy family may be more likely to react.

Lavender oil is used in cosmetics mainly as a fragrance ingredient. For normal diluted topical cosmetic use, current evidence does not establish a pregnancy-specific concern. This assessment does not cover ingestion, concentrated essential-oil use, or aromatherapy-style exposure. The more relevant practical issues in skincare are irritation or sensitisation in some users, so within this methodology it remains in no known risks.

A botanical extract used for skin conditioning. Cosmetic safety reviewers concluded that these named calendula, yarrow and rose-derived ingredients are safe in current cosmetic practices, with non-sensitising formulation conditions where specified. Botanical allergy remains possible.

Plant-derived emollient oil used to soften skin and support formula texture. Reviewed cosmetic safety sources support current cosmetic use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific topical concern identified in the material reviewed.

A terpene alcohol used for skin conditioning and soothing. Cosmetic safety reviewers reaffirmed bisabolol as safe at current cosmetic concentrations, and reproductive and developmental testing did not identify adverse effects. Bisabolol can increase skin penetration, so formulators should consider the safety of other ingredients in the same product.

Vitamin E antioxidant used to protect oils and support the skin barrier. Not associated with pregnancy-specific concerns at cosmetic exposure.

A violet-like fragrance ingredient used in perfumes and fragranced cosmetics. Its principal consumer concern is contact allergy in susceptible users; no pregnancy-specific hazard is identified for normal topical cosmetic exposure.

A fragrance component used at low concentrations in finished products. No pregnancy-specific systemic concern was identified for normal topical cosmetic exposure. Oxidation products or the ingredient itself can cause contact allergy or irritation in a susceptible person.

A rose-like fragrance ingredient that occurs naturally in many essential oils and may also be manufactured. Its main cosmetic concern is contact allergy in susceptible users; no pregnancy-specific hazard is identified for normal topical cosmetic exposure.

An aromatic fragrance ingredient found naturally in some plants and also manufactured. It is subject to fragrance-allergen labelling because it can sensitise susceptible users; no pregnancy-specific concern is identified for normal topical cosmetic use.

A clove-like fragrance ingredient found naturally in several essential oils and also manufactured. It can cause contact allergy in susceptible users, but no pregnancy-specific hazard is identified for normal topical cosmetic exposure at cosmetic concentrations.

A fragrance ingredient that also functions as a deodorant and occurs naturally in essential oils. It is a recognised contact allergen, but no pregnancy-specific hazard is identified for normal topical cosmetic exposure.

A floral fragrance ingredient found in several essential oils and also used in manufactured form. It is a recognised contact allergen, but no pregnancy-specific hazard is identified for normal topical cosmetic exposure.

A floral fragrance ingredient and recognised contact allergen. Current safety concerns focus on skin sensitisation and controlled cosmetic concentrations; no pregnancy-specific hazard is identified for normal topical cosmetic exposure.

Limonene is a common fragrance component used at low levels in cosmetics; it is not a pregnancy-specific concern in topical use, but it is a recognised fragrance allergen and may trigger irritation or sensitisation in some people, especially if the product oxidises over time.

Linalool is a common fragrance component used at low levels in cosmetics; it is not a pregnancy-specific concern in topical use, but it is a recognised fragrance allergen and may trigger irritation or sensitisation in some people, especially if the product oxidises over time.