Pregnancy skincare
Pregnancy skincare – when your body rewrites the rules
During pregnancy, everything changes – including your skin. Hormones create new conditions and you want to be sure what you're applying is safe. That's wise. That's motherhood before the baby is even born.
Why skin changes during pregnancy
Pregnancy's hormonal rollercoaster affects the skin in ways few brands talk about honestly. Estrogen, progesterone, and melanocyte-stimulating hormones create a cocktail that can produce anything from glowing skin to acne, dark spots, dryness, and hypersensitivity – sometimes all at once.
Melasma, the so-called pregnancy mask, affects up to 70 percent of pregnant women. Increased blood volume can cause rosiness and broken capillaries. Sebum production may skyrocket or conversely shut down entirely. The skin barrier is compromised, making it more sensitive to irritation.
Meanwhile, the list of ingredients you can safely use shrinks. Retinol, high-dose salicylic acid, chemical sunscreens – much of what's normally recommended isn't suitable during pregnancy. This creates a frustrating situation: your skin needs more care than usual, but the toolbox has gotten smaller. You deserve products that are safe enough to use without worry.
Safe skincare during pregnancy
Consult your healthcare provider
Before starting any new products during pregnancy – including CBD-based ones – always consult your midwife or doctor. Every pregnancy is unique, and your provider knows your situation best.
Simplify your routine
Less is more during pregnancy. A gentle cleanser, a hydrating oil, and sunscreen are often all you need. Avoid introducing many new products at the same time.
Choose gentle ingredients
Natural oils, mushroom extracts, and mineral sunscreen are generally safe choices during pregnancy. Avoid strong acids, retinol, and products with lengthy ingredient lists full of synthetic additives.
Protect against pigmentation
Hormones make skin extra sun-sensitive during pregnancy. Use mineral sunscreen daily and avoid direct sun exposure to minimize the risk of melasma.
Listen to the changes
Skin can change from week to week during pregnancy. Be prepared to adjust your routine based on what your skin signals – what worked in the second trimester might not suit the third.
Natural options during pregnancy
We want to be transparent: we recommend consulting your healthcare provider before using CBD products during pregnancy, as research is still limited. That's not a disclaimer – it's honest communication.
What we can offer with a clear conscience is Au Naturel, our makeup remover based on natural oils, and Fungtastic mushroom extract with adaptogenic mushrooms that support skin from within. These contain no cannabinoids and are formulated with gentle, natural ingredients.
Pregnancy is about trusting your body and making wise choices. We're here with products you can feel safe with, and we're always honest about what we know – and what we don't know yet.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use CBD skincare during pregnancy?
We recommend consulting your midwife or doctor before using CBD products during pregnancy. Research on topically applied CBD during pregnancy is still limited, and we want you to feel completely safe.
Which 1753 products are suitable during pregnancy?
Au Naturel makeup remover and Fungtastic mushroom extract contain no cannabinoids and are formulated with gentle, natural ingredients. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice.
Why does skin change during pregnancy?
Hormones like estrogen and progesterone affect sebum production, melanin formation, and the skin barrier. Up to 70 percent of pregnant women experience pigmentation changes, and many notice their skin type changing.
When does skin return to normal after birth?
Most hormone-related skin changes normalize within three to six months postpartum. Pigmentation changes like melasma may take longer to fade and sometimes need active treatment.
Safe choices for you and your skin
Pregnancy is about trust – in your body, in your choices, in your products. We're here with natural options you can feel safe with.