10 Best Pregnancy Skincare Products Reviewed for Safety

Ingredients

Witch hazel is known as a miracle skincare remedy and it has recently seen a comeback because it's all-natural and easily found. Thayers is the original when it comes to this magic in a bottle and it's a name you might recognize. Decades later, they're still producing the same great product that's good for so many uses: evening out skin tone, removing makeup, spot-treating acne, and redness, adding a boost of hydration, and even nipping flaky skin in the bud. Many women have turned to this as a natural alternative to heavier products rather than using several formulas for various skin care problems. We know that treating your skin can be challenging when you're suffering from a multitude of irritations which is why witch hazel had to be on our list. This product is safe to use during pregnancy and can help treat all the aforementioned ailments without making your skin feel heavy, oily, or drier than when you started.

Comfort

Thayers witch hazel is formulated with rose water and aloe vera, making it a powerful two-in-one combination when it comes to fighting dryness and irritation. The last thing we want for you while you're pregnant is frustration over the state of your skin and this might be the product to try if you're dealing with unruly facial chemistry.

Ease of Use

While it should be used in moderation, witch hazel can be used every day to help remove makeup and naturally treat minor acne irritations and breakouts. It's not a replacement for your daily facial cleanser but it can help to alleviate some of the irritation that comes along with acne or dark spots.

Ingredients

A blend of sweet almond oil, lemon oil, and vitamin E will leave you feeling silky soft and looking positively radiant. Apply it directly after you shower or bathe for a deeply hydrating treatment that locks in moisture and lasts all day. This oil is safe for expectant mothers and free from phthalates, parabens, petrolatum, and SLS. Skip the multi-step lotion regimens and go straight to the source; hydrate with distilled oils meant to butter you up and leave you feeling pampered. You have enough on your hands as it is; keep them ultra soft with Mama Bee Oil.

Comfort

Some women find their skin to be extra oily and prone to breakouts during pregnancy. Still, others find that suddenly their skin is incredibly dry, cracked, and flaky. If you’re dealing with the latter, you don’t have to keep suffering through it. This mix of essential oils will have you hydrated and glowing in no time at all!

Ease of Use

There are lots of blends of oils out there claiming to serve multiple purposes. You’ve likely seen ones promising it all. Mama Bee isn’t that; it’s an oil with a specific purpose and it serves that purpose and serves it well. You’ll luxuriate in long-lasting moisture when you apply this directly to your skin. Let it sit and enjoy!

Ingredients

There are skin care products and then there's magic in a tub. This face and body cream contains not one, not two, but ten ingredients that are powerful for skin irritation and completely organic. With a combination of manuka honey, coconut oil, Australian Cehami, MSM, hempseed oil, cocoa butter, shea butter, aloe vera, blue-green algae, and plumeria, you've got a strong concoction that's ready to take on nearly any skin surprise that pregnancy throws your way. It's suitable to treat irritations from rosacea and eczema yet gentle enough to be used every day for a boost of moisture. This dynamic formula also helps to encourage skin cell regeneration which is great for aging skin. As we get older, our skin tends to become a bit more rough, patchy, and unevenly toned, which is why creams such as this, free of parabens and non-allergenic, are so wonderful.

Comfort

There's nothing on this list of ingredients that will irritate your skin or be conducive to worsening any existing skin condition. It's organic to start which means everything comes from nature, but it also makes use of specific ingredients that are designed to tackle a variety of skin ailments.

Ease of Use

There are 18 different skin conditions that Honeyskin claims to naturally remedy with their face and body cream, one of which includes scarring. Pregnancy can stretch your body in strange ways and we're applauding the fact that this cream can be used nearly anywhere, for just about anything you can think of. With ten proactive ingredients, there's bound to be something that will treat the problem you're facing.

Ingredients

The main ingredient in this cleanser is the Charcoal. Found in nature, charcoal works to draw out the impurities from your skin. In fact, it pulls out and traps 2 times more dirt from your skin than a basic cleanser.

Comfort

Blackheads are stubborn and are the beginnings of what causes acne. Oil buildup can be a tough thing to tackle but Biore's mission is to "fight smarter, not harder". Without damaging facial scrubs and strong exfoliants, this cleanser descends on pores for a deep-down clean that pulls out impurities easily.

Ease of Use

This product is intended for oily skin but could also be versatile for combination skin as well. It will leave your skin feeling fresh and clean and if you do notice dryness, a vitamin E oil or light moisturizer would be great when used in conjunction with this cleanser.

Ingredients

Weleda is a brand that's known for its natural ingredients which have been certified as all-natural and good for you. One thing you might notice more than anything else during pregnancy are the stretch marks it leaves. These aren't something you should be self-conscious about! Gaining stretch marks from pregnancy is a reminder that you're a warrior and have done something that makes you a strong, courageous woman. You can help to reduce this scarring, however, if you so choose -- And it's as easy as purchasing a natural blend of oils. This Weleda Pregnancy Body Oil has been designed specifically for the treatment of skin-stretching during pregnancy. The main ingredient in this oil is arnica, which contains more than 150 active ingredients that have helped it gain a reputation among those who have used it. This oil will help to reduce, even out, and soften your skin texture to visibly reduce the appearance of deep stretch marks.

Comfort

Not only is this oil helpful in reducing the appearance of your warrior lines, but it's also a great way to relax and take a breather. This oil has been formulated to provide soothing qualities which work through aromatherapy to lessen stress and relieve anxieties.

Ease of Use

This pregnancy oil certainly has a reputation that precedes it and we trust the fact that it's been used by people of all walks of life, including athletes. Its versatility is a testament to how well it works and how gentle it is for new moms.

Ingredients

We've all had those days when our face feels a bit more sensitive than it normally does. When you're pregnant, this feeling is even more common which is why you need a moisturizer that's designed to feel like it's not even there. Neutrogena has a golden reputation for leading skincare for sensitive skin and most of their products are lightweight and oil-free, such as this daily moisturizer. In typical Neutrogena fashion, this formula is hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic, and free of unnatural fragrances. It's perfect for use in the morning underneath your makeup or at night after you've washed your face since it won't clog pores or feel unusually heavy. The oil is formulated to be naturally absorbed into the skin so that it leaves no residue and won't make you look greasy -- You'll sweat enough during labor, so you need something that won't add an extra sheen to your naturally beautiful face!

Comfort

The lightweight feeling of this moisturizing oil is revolutionary. Normally, when you think of oil, it's already been assumed that it will feel heavy and weigh your face down. This is light enough to wear after you've cleansed your face and underneath makeup for all-day hydration.

Ease of Use

There's no reason you should take a chance in experimenting with products that might irritate your face and might not. Neutrogena is a trusted brand with a proven reputation and their products are intended for sensitive skin, which is ideal during pregnancy.

Ingredients

Why go with a normal face wash when you can choose one that has actually been tested by dermatologists as well as OB/GYNs? That's right, Belli Beauty has raised the bar and changed the game when it comes to face wash that's worthy of being in your bathroom cabinet. This face wash was created without the use of parabens or artificial fragrances. In fact, it's all-natural formula only includes three ingredients. Lactic Acid, Cucumber extract, and green tea work together to help hydrate and cool your skin. The combination of these ingredients creates a gentle formula that is effective against blemishes.

Comfort

Being fragrance-free, you can wear comfortably use this wash to cleanse your face. The all-natural ingredients provide a cooling relief to skin that may be dry or irritated. Designed for hormonal skin you can use this wash daily.

Ease of Use

We love that Belli Beauty has produced a product that was intended to give you "peace of mind" while using it. It has been shown to improve acne conditions and the fact that you can continue to use postpartum makes it a winner in our book.

Ingredients

Amongst the ingredients is Purcellin oil, which helps with the formula’s consistency. Purcellin makes this oil easily absorbed by reducing the thickness level. This oil does not contain fluoride, paraben, sulfate, or formaldehyde.

Comfort

The formula is nongreasy, hypoallergenic, and won’t clog your pores. This gentle formula is great for all skin types especially those with sensitive skin.

Ease of Use

Applying the oil is very easy. Simply apply the oil in a circular motion on the scar. You should do this twice a day for at least three months. The oil works to improve the appearance of uneven skin tone, stretch marks, aging skin, and scars.

Ingredients

e.l.f. is a brand that we all know and absolutely love for their affordable, high-quality makeup. They recently released a skincare line that includes water-based products that help cleanse, hydrate, and brighten skin. Their hydrating bubble mask is one of those products and it's one that we've taken a liking to and not just because it bubbles up! However, it is this effect that helps to penetrate, rinse clean, and leave your pores feeling refreshed. It's as easy to use as any other facial cleanser and bubbles with the addition of water, so you can decide how much or how little to add. It's great to remove makeup and dig deep down in order to remove buildup, dirt, and grime. Additionally, this mask is gentle enough for weekly use and can be used up to three times a week as a treatment for days when you feel that your hormones are taking over a bit too much.

Comfort

All of e.l.f.'s products are vegan and cruelty-free which will put you at ease when using them. They won't cause irritation and are gentle enough for everyday use without you having to worry about what's going on your face while you're pregnant.

Ease of Use

The bubbling effect is something we haven't yet added this list and it's an interesting concept when it comes to flushing out your pores. The fizzing of the cleanser helps to reach tough to hit spots and pushes out dirt to reveal clean, empty pores underneath.

Ingredients

If you've ever stepped into a Sephora store, you might have noticed a brand called The Ordinary. This product is now available online only but we've got good news: You can find it right here as well! This azelaic acid suspension formula is intended for use in brightening skin tone, which is something you might have noticed changing when you became pregnant. Pregnancy can alter many things both in and outside of your body and your skin chemistry is one of them. You might notice dark spots and uneven textures which is where this formula comes in to save the day. The Ordinary makes use of azelaic acid in combination with dimethicone in order to add hydration and help to brighten your skin tone.

Comfort

This gel can take the place of a moisturizer easily and it's light enough to use after washing your face, nightly, or first thing in the morning. It won't contribute to breakouts and helps to even out your tone while encouraging hydration.

Ease of Use

Uneven skin tones can often include things such as redness which can be tough to cover up with makeup or soothe with moisturizers. This formula helps to address that redness in order to calm skin and encourage normal coloring.