6 Skincare Ingredients Not Safe During Pregnancy

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We all know that pregnancy is the most sensitive part of every women life. Any small mistake or carelessness task can lead to huge problem. So, we have to take special attention in every prospect at the time of pregnancy. And, just like other important things, skin care is another part to look at very sincerely in pregnancy time.While there is limited data on the absolute safety of most products in pregnancy, there are some ingredients that have shown negative impact on the animal studies, and case-specific studies. 

For this reason, top Gynecologist in Islamabad and other experts choose to err on the side of caution and recommend that they should not be used during pregnancy. 

6 Skincare Ingredients Not Safe During Pregnancy

Here, we provide the list of 6 skincare ingredients that are not safe during pregnancy. You can note this list and use it while buying your makeup products.

Topical Retinoids

Topical retinoids, have a low systemic absorption from skin. However, there are published cases whereby birth defects were seen in mothers who used topical retinoids during pregnancy. The role of retinoids during pregnancy, therefore, remains controversial and its best to avoid its usage, especially in the later stages of pregnancy. 

Parabens

Parabens are commonly found in the nature at low levels. When consumed in certain foods like barley, they are metabolized to harmless substances. Synthetic preparations of parabens, derived from petrochemicals are used in cosmetics; these are absorbed more readily in the skin and bypass the metabolic process, which means they are present in the bloodstream intact. 

Once in the body, they have various side effects including disruption of the hormone system. According to one study in 2016, in the Journal of Chemistry, exposure to parabens in the prenatal life lead to a horde of side effects, including low-birth weight, obesity, miscarriage, behavioral problems and even impaired fetal growth.  

Hydroquinone

This ingredient is used commonly whitening agents. To get rid of the melasma or the

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