TOP 10 BEST PREGNANCY SKIN CARE
Congratulations! If you’re reading this, more likely than not you’ve just found out you’re expecting. And with that you’ve probably realised you need to switch up your beauty routine and find the best pregnancy skin care available, now there’s a bun in a metaphorical oven.
With so many dos and don’ts regarding a safe and healthy pregnancy, it can sometimes become overwhelming remembering what you should and shouldn’t be avoiding. So, to make your journey as relaxing and stress-free as possible, we’ve collated the best of the best pregnancy skin care staples to make your self-care switch ups easy and effortless.
All you’ve got to do now is make sure your hospital bag is packed and you’ve bought enough newborn nappies.
In This Article:
- Best Pregnancy Safe Moisturiser
- Best Pregnancy Safe Mask
- Best Pregnancy Safe Serum
- Best Pregnancy Safe SPF
- Best Pregnancy Safe Retinol Alternative
- Best Pregnancy Safe Cleanser
- Best Pregnancy Safe Acne Treatments
- Best Pregnancy Safe Toner
- Best Pregnancy Safe Body Oil
- Best Pregnancy Safe Body Lotion
THE BEST PREGNANCY SKIN CARE
THE BEST PREGNANCY SAFE MOISTURISER
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£13.50
Powered by hyaluronic acid, aloe vera and green tea extracts, Versed Dew Point Moisturizing Gel-Cream is the ideal solution for parched and dry skin. Lightweight but acting like a tall glass of water for your complexion, this skin care staple sinks in instantly, leaving your complexion with a natural, dewy finish that lasts well after it’s applied. Plus, with the addition of the aloe vera juice, if your skin has become partial to redness and irritation throughout the past nine months, this hydrating hero cools and comforts too.
THE BEST PREGNANCY SAFE MASK
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£46.00
Rescue stressed skin in need of TLC with Kiehl’s Calendula Petal-Infused Calming Masque. Carefully crafted with a potent blend of handpicked calendula petals and aloe, this replenishing face mask soothes and cools complexions– ideal if it’s been feeling ‘off’ and in need of some attention. Delivering your daily dose of moisture, thanks to the glycerine and squalane in its formulation, this treatment also helps soothe skin with the addition of Cantella asiatica extract known to help repair complexions through the most stressful times.
THE BEST PREGNANCY SAFE SERUM
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£15.50
We can’t have a list of the best pregnancy skin care essentials without mentioning The Ordinary’s Hyaluronic Acid. A powerful humectant, this super serum is infused with multiple forms of hyaluronic acid, pro-vitamin B5, ceramides and glycerine that not only hydrate your complexion but support your skin barrier, retain moisture and condition your skin. This makes it an ideal addition in your pregnancy skin care routine as it will counteract the changes in your skin because of the fluctuations in your hormone levels.
THE BEST PREGNANCY SAFE SPF
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£38.00
For a dose of dew and powerful sun protection meet Ultra Violette’s Future Fluid SPF 50+ Superlight Mineral SKINSCREEN™. Made with Japanese zinc that melts into the skin without leaving a greasy sheen, the sunscreen sweeps on a radiant glow, while a blend of squalane, vitamin E and pentavitin deliver a heavy dose of hydration. Packed with skin-loving ingredients and a weightless formula, this SPF defends against harmful UV rays and their photoageing effects too. Did we also mention it’s tinted and leaves a smooth, soft-focus finish on your skin too? Ideal for when you need something but don’t want to wear any make up.
THE BEST PREGNANCY SAFE RETINOL ALTERNATIVE
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£13.00
Just because you’re pregnant it doesn’t mean a smooth and even complexion needs to be relegated to the bottom of your skin care needs. Powered by glow-enhancing squalane, barrier protecting sacha inchi oil, omegas 3,6 and 9 and hero ingredient bakuchiol, The INKEY Lists Bakuchiol Moisturiser is the hydrating formula that keeps skin looking supple and soft. Derived from the babchi plant, this natural retinol alternative improves skin texture, tone and fine lines without the traditional irritation associated with retinol. Gentle, brightening and non-comedogenic, this moisture boosting skin enhancer is the ideal solution to maintain your pregnancy glow (even if you feel far from it...)
THE BEST PREGNANCY SAFE CLEANSER
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£15.50
Balance your complexion and minimise the appearance of unwanted shine and sebum with Avène Cleanance Cleansing Gel. Formulated with the brand’s innovative blend of Comedoclastin, zinc gluconate and the soothing properties of thermal spring water, this daily face wash lifts away impurities quickly and effortlessly while ensuring your skin is left refreshed and clarified without feeling stripped. Ideal for sensitive skin prone to break outs (which tends to happen during pregnancy and your haywire hormones), it’s the complexion comforting essential that leaves your skin ready for the rest of your routine.
THE BEST PREGNANCY SAFE ACNE TREATMENT
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£42.00
If you’re prone to redness, pigmentation and blemishes, don’t let your pregnancy stop you from targeting these skin care concerns. Introducing: Paula's Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Booster on rotation. Infused with azelaic acid and blended with liquorice extract and salicylic acid, this gentle but effective serum helps shed dead skin cells while working to minimise the look of blackheads. Brightening and boosting skin’s luminosity, it’s a facial-in-a-bottle for glowy, radiant- looking skin.
THE BEST PREGNANCY SAFE TONER
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£29.00
Cleanse, balance and refresh your complexion with ELEMIS’ Soothing Apricot Toner. Designed to hydrate your skin whenever you spritz, this alcohol-free toner is enriched with vitamins A, B, and C as well as essential fatty acids, sweet betty flower extracts and saponins from quillaia wood to cleanse, tone, soften and purify skin... all without disrupting your complexions natural pH levels.
THE BEST PREGNANCY SAFE BODY OIL
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£20.95
Crafted specifically for the natural changes that occur to your body when you’re expecting, Weleda’s Stretch Mark Massage Oil harnesses sweet almond oil, wheatgerm oil and organic arnica to boost elasticity, smoothness and resilience for limbs that are in need of protection and support throughout your pregnancy. What’s more, with an infusion of oils including rose, neroli and myrrh, this limb-loving oil turns your everyday self-care routine into an indulgent and aromatic experience.
THE BEST PREGNANCY SAFE BODY LOTION
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£29.00
Rich and soft, SUMMER FRIDAYS’ Babymoon Belly Balm is one of the best pregnancy skin care products to comfort and indulge your limbs. Designed to melt into your skin whenever and wherever you need it, this soothing saviour delivers a heavy hit of hydration thanks to its infusion of sunflower, avocado and olive oils. Delicately fragranced and enriched with calendula oil alongside antioxidant rich vitamin E, this skin care superstar increases the look of elasticity and works perfectly on burgeoning bumps, tums and anywhere else that’s changing and in need of some attention.
PREGNANCY SKIN CARE FAQs
Can I use vitamin C serum while pregnant?
Yes, vitamin C serums are pregnancy safe and are often recommended by dermatologists thanks to their multiple skin benefits. From brightening dull complexions to reducing pigmentation and even supporting collagen, vitamin C serums are a great way to ensure a radiant complexion throughout your pregnancy.
Is hyaluronic acid safe in pregnancy?
Yes, hyaluronic acid is safe in pregnancy. Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance found in your body and is also non-toxic and non-irritating. When applied topically to the skin, it hydrates by drawing in moisture, but it doesn’t penetrate deeply or enter your bloodstream.
What skin care to avoid when pregnant?
When considering the best pregnancy skin care, it’s important to understand that some ingredients need to be avoided during this time. The main ingredients you should stop using are retinols, retinoids and high doses of salicylic acid, as well as chemical sunscreens and some essential oils. These ingredients are best avoided during pregnancy because retinols and retinoids can increase the risk of birth defects, high doses of salicylic acid may lead to complications, chemical sunscreens can disrupt hormones and certain essential oils like clary sage and rosemary may stimulate uterine contractions.
Now you know what to include to ensure the best pregnancy skin care line up, you're all set for glowing, radiant skin that’s totally bump-approved. All that’s left to do is glow-on and count down the days until you meet your little one.
Rina is Cult Beauty’s Midweight SEO Copywriter and has always had a passion for beauty and skin care (rich moisturisers are her obsession). What started as a love for The Body Shop and their famed Born Lippy lip balms (in ‘Watermelon’ of course!), she is now more interested in finding products with proven effectiveness instead of broken promises. A loud and proud VIEVE fan, Rina owns nearly every item of the range and recommends the brand to anyone who will listen... When she’s not intently reading ingredient lists, you can find her either immersed in multiple true crime podcasts or a fantasy romance novel, with an *extra* hot cappuccino in hand.
