Chemical substances in beauty products that enter through the skin and into the bloodstream, it feared could be a bad influence on fetal development. For that, you must know that beauty products should not be used during pregnancy, as quoted from bellasugar.com.
Beauty products should not be used during pregnancy:
- Acne medication, retinol and salicylic acid
Acne drink medication should not you consume. Substances contained in it is able to ward off bacteria trigger acne, but can lead to defects in the fetus.
Several retinoids and salicylic acid products are also feared could adversely affect the fetus, although no studies that prove it. Consult your doctor before you use beauty products with harsh chemicals.
- Lightening products or skin whitening
Lightening products or skin whitening contain a chemical called hydroquinone or glutatio. Both affect the enzymes in the body that produce melanin. The effect is to block the natural process of the formation of healthy skin on the fetus. This material is also known to cause allergic reactions in some people, so should be avoided during pregnancy, including during breastfeeding.
- Products that are very fragrant aroma
Phthalates are chemicals that are found in many beauty products that smell good. Such as, lotion, and body spray fragrance. Effects of these substances can be toxic to the fetus health, rather inhibit its development. We recommend that during pregnancy, avoid using beauty products that are very fragrant aroma.





