Cream for pregnant women

During pregnancy, the skin needs special care. The hormonal background is changing, the body is being rebuilt, and its needs are changing. The effect of the care products that a woman used earlier may no longer be enough, and some components may even adversely affect health. To avoid such unpleasant consequences, it is recommended to use special creams for pregnant women.

All the resources of the female body, previously responsible for youth and beauty, are now aimed at maintaining the safety and health of the unborn child. As a result, the activity of the sebaceous and sweat glands worsens, skin renewal slows down, the hydrobalance is disturbed, and skin immunity is weakened. The result of such changes are the following "troubles":

• Dryness and peeling, and vice versa, excessive greasiness and oily sheen;
• Acne, acne;
• Cellulite, stretch marks, loss of elasticity;
• Pigmentation;
• Edema, varicose veins, spider veins.

Beauticians advise pregnant women to use pharmacy face creams. They must not contain active ingredients, dyes or strong fragrances.It is best to give preference to products that are marked "hypoallergenic".

The cream should moisturize, soothe and protect the skin from UV exposure. A good moisturizing effect is given by hyaluronic and lactic acid, glycerin, aloe vera extract. To avoid pigmentation, do not forget about SPF filters.

During pregnancy, some of the ingredients that we are used to seeing in our creams become potentially dangerous. Their use can adversely affect the condition of the mother and child. The list of such components is small, you should remember it and avoid it when buying cosmetics:

• Retinoids (retinoic acid, retinol, vitamin A);
• Essential oils;
• Salicylic acid;
• Camphor;
• Hydroquinone;
• fruit acids.

With the appearance of stretch marks on the body, almost every expectant mother faces. The abdomen, chest and thighs are especially vulnerable. It is extremely difficult to get rid of stretch marks that have already appeared, therefore it is recommended to take care of this problem in advance and try to prevent their formation. To prevent it, it is recommended to control weight gain, drink enough fluids, take vitamins for skin health and moisturize it.

If stretch marks have already appeared, you need to choose the most effective means to combat them. First of all, you need to pay attention to main active ingredient.

• Active ingredients that improve skin elasticity and the disappearance of stretch marks:
• Collagen;
• Shea Butter;
• Elastin;
• Mummy;
• Coffee;
• cosmetic clay;
• Cacao butter.

Many manufacturers of body cosmetics produce special product lines for expectant mothers. They are safe and designed taking into account all the needs and characteristics of the body of a pregnant woman.

English company Avent produces only hypoallergenic products that meet all European requirements.

global brand Weleda has long been loved by pregnant girls. Their products are very effective, and the quality is beyond doubt.

french cosmetics Mustela is famous for its "9 months" pregnancy series. They use ingredients of natural origin and carry out a unique dermatological expertise.

Russian manufacturer "Our mother" offers several series of cosmetics for pregnant and lactating mothers. All of them undergo strict quality control.

Funds Lierac are sold only in pharmacies and have good formulations with plant extracts. Their remedy for stretch marks is especially popular.

In the use of creams for stretch marks, regularity is very important. From the first days of pregnancy, start using them daily, preferably in the morning and evening. To maximize the result of use, before applying oil or lotion, go over the skin with a scrub or a stiff brush. This will remove the dead layer from the skin and help the product absorb better.

For the best effect, rubbing the product into the skin, do a light massage. This will also contribute to the penetration of nutrients and improve blood circulation.

The use of oils for stretch marks should be continued for several months after childbirth, because.during this period, the risk of their occurrence still remains.

If before pregnancy you did not use cosmetic gels for the legs, now it is simply necessary to do so. With a constant increase in weight, the load on the legs also increases. There are problems such as fatigue and heaviness, swelling, varicose veins, dryness and peeling of the skin.

Special creams and ointments help to get rid of discomfort in the legs. They have a cooling and tonic effect, reduce puffiness, soothe the skin and strengthen blood vessels.

Varicose veins - a very common ailment in pregnant women. The main reason for its occurrence is weak blood vessels. When choosing a means to strengthen them, it is important to pay attention to the composition. It must contain active active ingredients and should not contain components that can harm the health of the growing fetus.

Choose ointments and gels that contain:

• horse chestnut;
• Seaweed;
• Sea salt;
• Mint and citrus extracts;
• Urea;
• Vitamins and vegetable oils.

Guam Duo - Cooling gel for the feet, which relieves puffiness and strengthens blood vessels. It contains plant extracts of red grapes and red algae, menthol, sea water and vitamin C. Not a budget option, the price is about 2000 rubles. for 100 ml.

Sanosan foot cream contains natural caring oils shea butter, jojoba, almond. Softens and soothes the skin, eliminates tension and fatigue. It costs about 300 rubles. for 100 ml.

"9 months" toning foot cream from Mustela - Moisturizes, softens, helps to eliminate congestion in the skin.Contains valuable soybean and avocado oils, horse chestnut, grapefruit essential oil. The price is about 350 rubles. for a 100 ml bottle.

Cream-balm "Mama Comfort" (one of the series of the Russian manufacturer "Our Mom") from edema of the legs contains extracts of leeches, horse chestnut, red grapes, hazel, troxerutin. Prevents and stops the development of varicose veins, cools, relieves pain. It costs about 350 rubles. for 175 ml.

Most reviews of the Sanosan Cooling Foot Cream are positive, as are the products of this manufacturer in general. Users note a convenient bottle, pleasant aroma and texture. The effect is as stated on the package.

There are few reviews on Guam gel, the high price affects it. But those who used this product share only positive impressions. They note economical consumption, fast action and noticeable results.

Judging by the reviews, the cream-balm "Mama Comfort" fell in love with many pregnant girls. They write that it quickly relieves fatigue and pain. With regular use, puffiness disappears.

Tonic foot cream "9 months" and other products of this line for pregnant women have a lot of positive feedback. Girls praise their good caring properties, and a noticeable effect.

How get rid of stretch marks after pregnancy, see the following video.