I´m not pregnant but I still found this video super helpful because it kind of gives me a sense of how "harmless" one product is compared to another and that can be useful no matter if you are growing a human or not 😀 "danke" from Germany!
This is the video I was hoping for! I'll probably wait until PP/breastfeeding to go back to using UV clear but avoiding all chemical SPF isn't always easy. Though there are a lot of great mineral only options I love too. Just nice to hear the rationale behind what made you comfortable with it 😃 My fav products during pregnancy: Paula's choice BHA liquid, their defense serum, and their vit c, Naturium azelaic acid, drmtlgy's eye cream and needleless serum, CeraVe skin renewing night cream, EltaMD UV pure, colorscience's OG SPF, super goop sheer screen, vanicream daily moisturizer... Probably more, but that covers the top spots I think lol.
Another not pregnant and with no plans to be, but i really found this very interesting! we always listening about not use retinol but never about all the other ingredients! good job!!
Pregnancy freaked my skin out like no other and that is what lead me to discovering the online skincare community. I used the CeraVe Foaming Cleanser and Versed Dew Point Moisturizing Gel Cream in my final weeks and those two really helped calm my excessive oiliness and soothe my extremely broken out skin. I didn't have a sunscreen at the time, its taken me months to find ones I like. My current favorite is the Black Girl Sunscreen Kids SPF 50, and if I ever go through pregnancy again, I would continue using a chemic spf and feel safe doing so. I just haven't had good luck with mineral spfs, especially being a medium skin tone.
Thank you for mentioning sunscreen and the fact that some people just don’t like mineral sunscreens. It is nice to hear someone not shame chemical sunscreen for a change. Plus some people are also sensitive to zinc based skincare.
Such a helpful video, thank you! It answered a question I’d been confused about - using retinoids while TTC (as opposed to during pregnancy itself when it’s obviously a no). I’ve been trying to get pregnant for almost 2 years and struggling with my acne without a retinoid in my routine, but will stick to the BHA and azelaic acid!
+Dr. Sam Ellis can do you PLEASE do a follow up video of safe skin care procedures while breastfeeding (e.g. morpheus (with numbing), botox, filler, emface, scuptra, etc).
I am 6 weeks pregnant.. and choosing a pregnancy safe sunscreen was my first concern when I found out that Im pregnant. I know some of my mom friends recommended mineral sunscreen. Its really good to know that chemical sunscreen its not harmful. Then I was worried that titanium dioxide was harmful so I was so paranoid in checking all Ingredients without it. Thank you for sharing this video. It really gave me confort knowing I’m not compromising my baby.
I was so afraid of using benzoyl peroxide so I used azelaic acid since that’s all I was told was safe. Well, azelaic acid is itchy even when I mix it with moisturizer, it also didn’t do much. Going back to benzoyl peroxide.
Hello. I just discovered your channel, and love the information it provides. I am currently pregnant and was wondering if you could make a video about Bakuchiol during pregnancy.
This was SO helpful and realistic. Thank you. Side note: willow bark in a peel pad. I know it’s only considered salicylic acid when ingested.. so it’s ok? It’s the gentle peel pads by dr Dennis gross. The blue ones. ❤
I never understood the fear of chemical sunscreen. Maybe because I have hyperhidrosis but the mineral sunscreens burn. Those don’t go well with my skin. I really like the LR-P spf 100 Hey Dr Sam, are the creams for the body for hyperhidrosis, are they ok to use on the face? Love you Dr Sam!!!!
Omg, I needed this video so much, thank you! Currently 9 weeks pregnant with my first 🥰 and was worried about many ingredients. After this video I will go back to using normal deodorant, because “natural” ones suck and will peacefully use my Cerave salicylic acid cleanser. I’ve got a question though - can I use moisturizer with 10% urea? It’s the only one ingredient that really helps my keratosis pilaris on my thighs, but pharmacist warned me about it during pregnancy. What’s your take on this?
Thanks so much for this awesome video, Dr. Ellis!!! How do you feel about using urea cream/lotion while pregnant or nursing? Between glycolic acid, lactic acid and urea, which ingredient would you recommend using for KP while pregnant or nursing?
I find those exfoliating mitts, I use before a shave 2-3x a week, and the ordinary brand glycolic 7% toner 2x a week,, have been the most effective for leg ingrown hairs. Loose clothing when possible too.
not even planning to get pregnant (maybe ever) but good to know what to take off the shelf if i ever did namely tretinoin, HQ, and rogaine as i'm using all three of them
I stayed away from my beloved BHA because I read you can’t have them in pregnancy… and then I realised I’m taking 150mg of Aspirin every day for the whole pregnancy for pre-eclampsia prevention and preventing blood clotting issues 😭😂 so compared to what I was taking orally, what I’d put on my face is nothing! You know what makes this worse? I’m a medical student 💀 who forgot what aspirin is made of…
My skin got extremely DRY while being pregnant and I read that using acids to exfoliate is not good. So now I'm stuck with excess skin that peels off but also is super dry
Thank you thank you! for the sunscreen info! I am not pregnant but trying to (well maybe..), anyway I cant find any mineral sunscreen that I really like and want to apply regularly 😫.
Hello DR. Ellis I am freaking out. I have being using the ordinary retinol for about 2 months now! I am 5 months along. I want to cry. Why doctors don’t tell us this when we go for our first pregnancy appointment.😭😭
This is THE best information! I was off of Tret during my last pregnancy and reintroduced when I weaned at 14 months. I was using it for two months and then got a positive pregnancy test, so back off of tretinoin I go! Glad I only have to wait 8 months! 🙌
@@Rajicherugondi well we didn’t plan this last pregnancy so I was actually using tretinoin up until I found out I was pregnant around 5/6ish weeks 😬 Thankfully he was born healthy and no issues!
Thanks for this. I have 2 questions: I heard retinol/yl palmitate is not a true retinoids and may be ok during pregnancy. Also, can some retinoids be used while breastfeeding? I’m so eager to get back to my usual skincare routine but also want to breastfeed as long as I can.
Thank you! Breastfeeding is essentially the same (but of course avoid putting any leave-on skincare directly on the area the baby is latching), but I’m okay with topical retinoids during this time. Would still avoid hydroquinone and minoxidil.
First i have seen ur short video on ingredients that u didn't avoid during ur pregnancy... And now I came to this video... Here I didn't get a good dermatologist who can educate us... We need to choose our skin care carefully specially for acne prone skin like me
Hi Dr. Ellis! Great video. Please is it safe to use a face cream that has a low percentage of retinol or it should be avoided completely? Pls I need your help on this. Thank you in advance 🙏🏼
Thank you! My Derm told me to stop benzoyl peroxide wash in pregnancy because it hadn’t been tested. But my skin blows up with horrible scarring acne without it. Lo and behold my skin is now blowing up since I haven’t used my BPO wash for 3 weeks. I’m going back to it today.
Hi Dr. Sam, thank you for your content! I am using Biafine triethanolamine for a while as a night-time moisturizer (it's the only thing that doesn't irritate my eyes), is that safe to use during pregnancy?
Hi! I am having the hardest time findings answers on how soon you should stop the use of the retinoid before trying to conceive. My derm said for me to stop my tazarotene 3 months before I stop my birth control but I felt that was excessive as others have told me one month. Also, is it good to almost kind of gradually stop a retinoid? Or is it best to stop cold turkey and start your new pregnancy safe routine?
Thank you, I am somehow relieved. I used sulfur soap for 3 weeks. It is the only thing which helped with the itching of my tummy and in between my breasts. I have read some people say to avoid it and was worried. I used the Dr. Kaufmann's.
I´m not pregnant but I still found this video super helpful because it kind of gives me a sense of how "harmless" one product is compared to another and that can be useful no matter if you are growing a human or not 😀 "danke" from Germany!
This is the video I was hoping for! I'll probably wait until PP/breastfeeding to go back to using UV clear but avoiding all chemical SPF isn't always easy. Though there are a lot of great mineral only options I love too. Just nice to hear the rationale behind what made you comfortable with it 😃
My fav products during pregnancy: Paula's choice BHA liquid, their defense serum, and their vit c, Naturium azelaic acid, drmtlgy's eye cream and needleless serum, CeraVe skin renewing night cream, EltaMD UV pure, colorscience's OG SPF, super goop sheer screen, vanicream daily moisturizer... Probably more, but that covers the top spots I think lol.
Mandelic acid has been really great for managing my hormonal acne and clearing up scarring
Another not pregnant and with no plans to be, but i really found this very interesting! we always listening about not use retinol but never about all the other ingredients! good job!!
Pregnancy freaked my skin out like no other and that is what lead me to discovering the online skincare community. I used the CeraVe Foaming Cleanser and Versed Dew Point Moisturizing Gel Cream in my final weeks and those two really helped calm my excessive oiliness and soothe my extremely broken out skin. I didn't have a sunscreen at the time, its taken me months to find ones I like. My current favorite is the Black Girl Sunscreen Kids SPF 50, and if I ever go through pregnancy again, I would continue using a chemic spf and feel safe doing so. I just haven't had good luck with mineral spfs, especially being a medium skin tone.
Congratulations, Dr. Ellis! I can't believe you're already back to posting videos so soon after having a baby. You are too good to us. 🥺
Thank you for mentioning sunscreen and the fact that some people just don’t like mineral sunscreens. It is nice to hear someone not shame chemical sunscreen for a change. Plus some people are also sensitive to zinc based skincare.
THANK YOU for such clear, valuable information and recommendations! This is exactly the video I was looking for.
Hi, subscriber here! Can you make a video on what you recommend and/or use on your baby like diaper cream, etc.?
Id love to see this also. Baby products approved by a derm! 🥰
Yes I would enjoy this as well. Thanks!
I appreciate this so much as I am pregnant for the first time with a boy as well
Such a helpful video, thank you! It answered a question I’d been confused about - using retinoids while TTC (as opposed to during pregnancy itself when it’s obviously a no). I’ve been trying to get pregnant for almost 2 years and struggling with my acne without a retinoid in my routine, but will stick to the BHA and azelaic acid!
Thank you for being clear and concise. Also I am LOVING Prequel
Aw thank you! So happy you’re enjoying Prequel too 😊
+Dr. Sam Ellis can do you PLEASE do a follow up video of safe skin care procedures while breastfeeding (e.g. morpheus (with numbing), botox, filler, emface, scuptra, etc).
I loved this video. Very informative.
Awesome video, thank you for the information!
I am 6 weeks pregnant.. and choosing a pregnancy safe sunscreen was my first concern when I found out that Im pregnant. I know some of my mom friends recommended mineral sunscreen. Its really good to know that chemical sunscreen its not harmful. Then I was worried that titanium dioxide was harmful so I was so paranoid in checking all
Ingredients without it. Thank you for sharing this video. It really gave me confort knowing I’m not compromising my baby.
Congratulations! Me too! What sunscreen do you use?
This is so helpful! Thank you!
love the lighting!!! makes your eyes pop
Thank you this is helpful
Thank you for this video!!❤
Great video . Thank you .
During pregnancy which products can replace retinol ?
I was so afraid of using benzoyl peroxide so I used azelaic acid since that’s all I was told was safe. Well, azelaic acid is itchy even when I mix it with moisturizer, it also didn’t do much. Going back to benzoyl peroxide.
Hello. I just discovered your channel, and love the information it provides. I am currently pregnant and was wondering if you could make a video about Bakuchiol during pregnancy.
Great video, thank you very much. Is it safe to use topical 30 % (eucerin roughness relief spot corrector) urea when breastfeeding?
This was SO helpful and realistic. Thank you.
Side note: willow bark in a peel pad. I know it’s only considered salicylic acid when ingested.. so it’s ok? It’s the gentle peel pads by dr Dennis gross. The blue ones. ❤
I never understood the fear of chemical sunscreen. Maybe because I have hyperhidrosis but the mineral sunscreens burn. Those don’t go well with my skin. I really like the LR-P spf 100
Hey Dr Sam, are the creams for the body for hyperhidrosis, are they ok to use on the face?
Love you Dr Sam!!!!
Thank you so much for this video! It was very helpful :)
Great video thanks!! What do you think of mandalic acid and Bakuchiol during pregnancy?
She uses it in her nighttime routine during pregnancy video :)
Thank you so so much! Also not pregnant but very interesting!!! Adore azealic acid so good to know x
Omg, I needed this video so much, thank you! Currently 9 weeks pregnant with my first 🥰 and was worried about many ingredients. After this video I will go back to using normal deodorant, because “natural” ones suck and will peacefully use my Cerave salicylic acid cleanser. I’ve got a question though - can I use moisturizer with 10% urea? It’s the only one ingredient that really helps my keratosis pilaris on my thighs, but pharmacist warned me about it during pregnancy. What’s your take on this?
Would love to know your thoughts on licorice root and aloe Vera in toothpaste during pregnancy?
Not pregnant but just a skincare nerd over here 🤓 great video and you look amazing Dr Ellis 💜💜
So happy I feel better about using self tanner now! ☺️
Superb😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘
Thanks so much for this awesome video, Dr. Ellis!!! How do you feel about using urea cream/lotion while pregnant or nursing? Between glycolic acid, lactic acid and urea, which ingredient would you recommend using for KP while pregnant or nursing?
What's your take on skin products containing urea in pregnancy?
I find those exfoliating mitts, I use before a shave 2-3x a week, and the ordinary brand glycolic 7% toner 2x a week,, have been the most effective for leg ingrown hairs. Loose clothing when possible too.
not even planning to get pregnant (maybe ever) but good to know what to take off the shelf if i ever did namely tretinoin, HQ, and rogaine as i'm using all three of them
Not pregnant but I found this video super helpful😍
Hello doc , what about lactic acid
Hi. What shampoo you recommend ?
Thank you so much mam
how about niacinamide serum it is safe for pregnancy
I stayed away from my beloved BHA because I read you can’t have them in pregnancy… and then I realised I’m taking 150mg of Aspirin every day for the whole pregnancy for pre-eclampsia prevention and preventing blood clotting issues 😭😂 so compared to what I was taking orally, what I’d put on my face is nothing!
You know what makes this worse? I’m a medical student 💀 who forgot what aspirin is made of…
Very practical list, I see most new mums pack their entire house into their hospital bag
So would you say that using the azelaic acid cream Skinoren 20% is fine during all stages of pregnancy? ☺️
Hi dr. Ellis, what about peptides? I really love the Paula's Choice peptide booster.
Not something I’d be worried about!
@@DrSamEllis thank you!
My skin got extremely DRY while being pregnant and I read that using acids to exfoliate is not good. So now I'm stuck with excess skin that peels off but also is super dry
Thank you thank you! for the sunscreen info! I am not pregnant but trying to (well maybe..), anyway I cant find any mineral sunscreen that I really like and want to apply regularly 😫.
Try Dr. V’s Inzincable
What about The inkey vitamin c serum with EGF ?
Hello DR. Ellis
I am freaking out. I have being using the ordinary retinol for about 2 months now! I am 5 months along. I want to cry. Why doctors don’t tell us this when we go for our first pregnancy appointment.😭😭
Hi, I used alpha arbutin and licorice root extract. I’m in my 9th month pregnancy. Don’t know what’s coming my way 😢
I almost did the same thing! Are you and the baby ok? ♥️♥️
@@nabihashaikh5716 i used alpha arbutin too for first 2.5 months…hope all is well!
How is your baby ?
Hey ,You delivered a healthy baby after alpha arbutin?just want to know@@nabihashaikh5716
Which product is the safest for cerave cleanser and cetaphil cleanser?
Hi Dr. Ellis!
I am wondering about your opinion on reintroducing Tretenoin while breastfeeding. Just curious! Thank you! Really appreciated this video
I’m using it while breastfeeding!
This is THE best information! I was off of Tret during my last pregnancy and reintroduced when I weaned at 14 months. I was using it for two months and then got a positive pregnancy test, so back off of tretinoin I go! Glad I only have to wait 8 months! 🙌
@@gretchenniemann2061how many months before you stopped using tretinion while planning pregnancy
@@Rajicherugondi well we didn’t plan this last pregnancy so I was actually using tretinoin up until I found out I was pregnant around 5/6ish weeks 😬 Thankfully he was born healthy and no issues!
@@gretchenniemann2061 thank God 😊 some are recommending to stop tretinion before 6months while planning pregnancy what is your opinion dear
Hi doctor is it safe to use face products with fragrance when pregnant ?
Thanks for this. I have 2 questions: I heard retinol/yl palmitate is not a true retinoids and may be ok during pregnancy. Also, can some retinoids be used while breastfeeding? I’m so eager to get back to my usual skincare routine but also want to breastfeed as long as I can.
Can I use nizoral and clotrimazole while trying to conceive ?
Hello, great video ! 😊
Does phenoxyethanol should be avoid during a pregnancy ?
Thanks in advance !
Thank you! Love this! Can you do a breastfeeding one next?!
Thank you! Breastfeeding is essentially the same (but of course avoid putting any leave-on skincare directly on the area the baby is latching), but I’m okay with topical retinoids during this time. Would still avoid hydroquinone and minoxidil.
Doctor the sulphur soap you mentioned has 25% salicylic acid! Isnt that too much in pregnancy?
Is this also applicable while breastfeeding or are there more ingredients to avoid?
Hello! I was wondering if succinic acid is considered safe during pregnancy?
What about alpha arbutin??
What about the cerave night renewing cream with peptides? Is this safe?
First i have seen ur short video on ingredients that u didn't avoid during ur pregnancy...
And now I came to this video...
Here I didn't get a good dermatologist who can educate us... We need to choose our skin care carefully specially for acne prone skin like me
What about Niacinamide and urea?
Mam... Are copper peptides pregnancy safe.
What are your thoughts on drunk elephants ceramide AF eye cream?
@DrSamEllis can i use vitamin e face wash while i am pregnant
Its the glow recipe watermelon glow niacinamide dew drops safe during pregnancy?
Hi Dr. Ellis! Great video. Please is it safe to use a face cream that has a low percentage of retinol or it should be avoided completely? Pls I need your help on this. Thank you in advance 🙏🏼
Is it safe to use retinoid, glycolic acid and salicylic acid safe to use during breastfeeding?
Can you use Mario Badescu drying lotion while pregnant?
Thank you! My Derm told me to stop benzoyl peroxide wash in pregnancy because it hadn’t been tested. But my skin blows up with horrible scarring acne without it. Lo and behold my skin is now blowing up since I haven’t used my BPO wash for 3 weeks. I’m going back to it today.
what about licorice root? I just found out that the roundlab soybean cream im using has it and ive bee using it for awhile
I didn’t know I was pregnant and I used retinol few times! Is it gonna be okay?😢 I’m so scared.
Is it okay to use Vitamin A while pregnant or trying to conceive?
Can i use vitamin e as face wash please tell me plsss
And wht abt glutathione creams?
Omg si just realized I can not use adapalene 😧
I’m curious about red light therapy masks during pregnancy. What’s the verdict on those?
I used it during mine
Hi Dr. Sam, thank you for your content! I am using Biafine triethanolamine for a while as a night-time moisturizer (it's the only thing that doesn't irritate my eyes), is that safe to use during pregnancy?
I love you❤😘🤟 Ma'am
Can vitamin c serums be used in pregnancy?
Can I use cosrex products in pregnancy ?
Thanks! How about hair removal creams? I read that it’s not recommended, but I used it during my pregnancy…
Each company makes their own statement on this/their product. Something like Nair is 👍🏼
Is it ok to use Batana oil if you are pregnant
I use paulas choice exfoliant I am in my first trimester. Can I continue?
What about niacinamide?
I used benzoyl peroxide and retinol within the first month of my pregnancy. Does it risk????
What about alpha arbutin? Is that save?
Hi! I am having the hardest time findings answers on how soon you should stop the use of the retinoid before trying to conceive. My derm said for me to stop my tazarotene 3 months before I stop my birth control but I felt that was excessive as others have told me one month. Also, is it good to almost kind of gradually stop a retinoid? Or is it best to stop cold turkey and start your new pregnancy safe routine?
I’d follow what your personal healthcare team advises. For topical products I generally have my patients stop the day before.
Is it okay to use Vitamin A while pregnant or trying to conceive?
May I please ask you if you would consider siloxanes (silicone scar cream) safe during pregnancy?
Is glycolic acid 10% ok for pregnancy?
Thank you, I am somehow relieved. I used sulfur soap for 3 weeks. It is the only thing which helped with the itching of my tummy and in between my breasts. I have read some people say to avoid it and was worried. I used the Dr. Kaufmann's.
What chemical ingredient sunscreens are safe to use?
Please ask your doctor. Many advices she gives are not what doctors recommend.
can you please help me whether Alpha arbutin and tranexamic acid be used during pregnancy
Please doctor, what about the hair spray vichy dercos densi- solutions, is it safe for pregnancy?
Is lactic acid safe during pregnancy?
Hi doc can i use sesderma vit c ? In preg
What abt niacinamide?