Journal

The No-Go Skincare Ingredients During Pregnancy And Their Safe Swaps Many of my mama patients ask me what is safe to use on their skin during pregnancy or when trying to conceive. Here is my list of the No-Go’s in pregnancy and safe swaps. Retinoids/Retinols:  Pros: These ingredients can be found over the counter as retinol, retinyl palmitate, retinaldehyde, and retinoic acid. Prescription strength products...

Melasma, also known as chloasma or “mask of pregnancy” is a common skin disease that appears as pigmented areas of the forehead, cheeks, upper lip, and chin as well as forearms. At least 90% of people with melasma are women, and there is a higher incidence in Hispanics, Asian, and Africans. This skin disease has a high recurrence rate and can negatively impact quality...