{"id":1554,"date":"2013-05-25T12:40:21","date_gmt":"2013-05-25T12:40:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/volusia-obgyn\/?p=1554"},"modified":"2020-07-10T12:41:26","modified_gmt":"2020-07-10T12:41:26","slug":"pregnancy-and-beauty-regimens","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/volusia-obgyn\/pregnancy-and-beauty-regimens\/","title":{"rendered":"PREGNANCY AND BEAUTY REGIMENS!"},"content":{"rendered":"

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THIS IS AN INTERESTING ARTICLE FROM WebMD<\/div>\n
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By\u00a0Lisa Fields<\/a>\u00a0WebMD Feature<\/div>\n
Reviewed by\u00a0Louise Chang, MD<\/a><\/div>\n

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Everyone knows you shouldn\u2019t smoke or drink when you\u2019re pregnant. And if you didn\u2019t know it, the product labels tell you. It\u2019s a lot less clear, though, which beauty products may not be safe for pregnant women.<\/p>\n

\u201cAny material placed on the skin has the potential to be absorbed into the bloodstream and may be able to cross the placenta, so some caution is warranted,\u201d says Andrew Healy, MD, an obstetrician at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, Mass.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re unsure what\u2019s safe, take specific products to your doctor for analysis, recommends John Bailey, PhD, chief scientist for the Personal Care Products Council.<\/p>\n

Whitening Teeth During Pregnancy: Paste Is Safe<\/h3>\n

Peroxide, the active ingredient in teeth whiteners, is safe for adults \u2014 even if you swallow some during the bleaching process, says Colleen Olitsky, DMD, a cosmetic dentist in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla. \u201cBut there\u2019s so much we don\u2019t know about how substances affect babies during pregnancy. It\u2019s wise to avoid teeth whitening products.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cUse a whitening toothpaste instead,\u201d says Dayna Salasche, MD, clinical instructor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University\u2019s Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago. \u201cMost importantly, continue to brush, floss, and see your dentist regularly for cleanings.\u201d<\/p>\n

Hairspray and Nail Polish: Should You or Shouldn\u2019t You?<\/h3>\n

Phthalates, which are found in many hair sprays and nail polishes, have been studied for a potential risk of causing birth defects. The FDA\u2019s conclusion?\u00a0The available data doesn\u2019t establish an association between the use of phthalates in cosmetics and a human health risk.<\/p>\n

\u201cPhthalates have not been connected to birth defects in humans,\u201d Healy says. \u201cHowever, studies in animals have shown these substances interfere with male sexual development, so caution is warranted.\u201d<\/p>\n

To be on the safe side:<\/p>\n

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  • Use phthalate-free nail polish. Or polish your nails in a well-ventilated area to limit your exposure. Once the polish dries, there\u2019s little risk to your baby, since chemicals aren\u2019t absorbed through the nails.<\/li>\n
  • Instead of using hairspray, which is easy to inhale, use mousse or gel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Bronzing Your Belly: Self-Tanners and Sunscreens<\/h3>\n

    Self-tanners haven\u2019t been studied much in pregnant women. \u201cAn occasional self-tanner will do a lot less harm than a real tan or tanning beds,\u201d says Judith Hellman, MD. She is an associate clinical professor of dermatology at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York. \u201cBut for 9 months, you can survive without looking bronzed.\u201d<\/p>\n

    Some sunscreens include oxybenzone; one recent study linked its absorption to low birth weight in baby girls. But this research didn\u2019t prove that sunscreen was to blame.<\/p>\n

    \u201cSunscreen is extremely important because pregnancy hormones can make the skin more sensitive than normal,\u201d Salasche says. If you\u2019re concerned about its use, consider one of these options:<\/p>\n

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    • Use a non-chemical sunscreen and wear a hat and other protective clothing while out in the sun.<\/li>\n
    • Use sunscreen that contains zinc oxide and titanium dioxide instead. These ingredients block UV rays by sitting on top of the skin \u2014 meaning they\u2019re not absorbed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      • Pregnancy Pimples? Get a Pro\u2019s Advice\n
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        Acne often gets worse during pregnancy because of hormone fluctuations. Talk to your doctor if you start breaking out. Prescription acne medicines, such as Accutane (isotretinoin), Retin-A (tretinoin), and tetracyclines are dangerous during pregnancy and can cause birth defects.<\/p>\n

        \u201cI prescribe topical medications that contain azelaic acid, erythromycin, or clindamycin,\u201d says Jeanie Leddon, MD, PhD, a dermatologist in Lafayette, Colo. \u201cGlycolic acid peels are also safe.\u201d Some doctors may feel comfortable recommending very small amounts of cream with benzoyl peroxide or salicylic wash.<\/p>\n

        It is safe to wash your face with warm water and a gentle cleanser two times a day. But don\u2019t scrub.<\/p>\n

        Healthy Hair Color: Highlights and Dyes<\/h3>\n

        Researchers haven\u2019t examined the effects of hair dye on pregnant women, so some doctors recommend avoiding them.<\/p>\n

        Other doctors are more lenient. \u201cIt\u2019s thought that only a small amount of hair-treatment chemicals are absorbed into women\u2019s skin, and this isn\u2019t enough to cause problems to the fetus,\u201d Leddon says. \u201cHighlights that aren\u2019t applied to the scalp may be fine.\u201d<\/p>\n

        As a conservative measure, avoid hair treatment during your first trimester \u2014 that\u2019s when your developing baby is the most susceptible.<\/p>\n

        In general, also avoid dyes and other treatments with ammonia because their fumes may cause nausea. To reduce irritation from hair coloring, treat hair in a well-ventilated room, wear gloves, and rinse well immediately after treatment.<\/p>\n

        There\u2019s No Reason to Be Led Away From Lipstick<\/h3>\n

        Lead is sometimes added to lipstick to make color long-lasting. In 2007, the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics found that 61% of brand-name lipsticks they tested contained lead. The FDA doesn\u2019t consider lead in lipstick to be a safety concern, since lipstick isn\u2019t ingested.<\/p>\n

        \u201cThe contribution of lead-containing lipsticks [to lead poisoning] is unknown but probably fairly small,\u201d Healy says. But the safest bet would be to use one of the many lead-free lipsticks that are on the market.<\/p>\n

        Give Your Anti-Wrinkle Cream an Exam<\/h3>\n

        Some pregnant women reach for wrinkle cream almost as much as they reach for stretch-mark lotion. But before massaging it into your laugh lines, consider the ingredients. Many wrinkle creams contain retinol, which has been linked to birth defects.<\/p>\n

        \u201cThere haven\u2019t been any conclusive studies, but the consensus is that retinol may be related to miscarriage or impaired growth,\u201d Salasche says.<\/p>\n

        \u201cIf a woman wants to use an anti-wrinkle cream during pregnancy, she should bring that product to her doctor so he or she can review the contents,\u201d Healy says.<\/p>\n

        Ban Botox Cosmetic Until Your Baby Arrives<\/h3>\n

        Botox Cosmetic injections help smooth furrowed brows. But experts recommend skipping these treatments during pregnancy. \u201cThere are no adequate, well-controlled studies of Botox Cosmetic in pregnant women. So administration of Botox Cosmetic is not recommended during pregnancy,\u201d says Kellie Reagan, a spokeswoman for Allergan, the drug company that makes Botox Cosmetic.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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