Causes And Remedies for Oily Skin During Pregnancy

There are two scenarios that you are likely to encounter when you’re pregnant. If you’re one of the lucky ones, then you will have glowing skin and shiny hair during your pregnancy. On the other hand, there is an equal chance that you might encounter a sudden bout of acne, hair fall, and oily skin when you get pregnant. If you fall under the first category, then congratulations! But if, like many other women, you fall under the latter category, then you might want to read this article.

Oily skin during pregnancy is a pretty common phenomenon. Even women who normally have dry skin sometimes end up with greasy skin during their pregnancy period. So what causes these skin changes during pregnancy? And how can you tackle them? Read on to find out.

SKIN CHANGES DURING PREGNANCY – WHY DOES IT HAPPEN?

Skin changes during pregnancy is common. Simply put: hormones. Your body experiences a spike in the hormone progesterone, which can lead to an increase in the sebum production in your hair and skin. Increased sebum production can then lead to oily skin during early pregnancy. Curiously enough, some women who normally have oily skin experience drier and clearer skin during their pregnancy.

Pregnancy Skin Care Tips

While there are a lot of products that you can use to fight oily skin, from salicylic acid to beta-hydroxy acid (BHA), it is safer to steer clear of harsh chemicals during your pregnancy. There is not enough research done to prove that these chemicals are absolutely safe to use during pregnancy. So read the ingredients list on your skincare products to make sure that they are free of both salicylic acid as well as BHA.

As for steps that you can take to control the oiliness and prevent breakouts. Here’s a list of our tried and tested remedies.

·        Switch to a gentle, soap-free cleanser. Harsh soaps can strip your skin of essential oils, making your body retaliate by increasing sebum production to make up for the loss. So using a gentle cleanser is your best bet when it comes to fighting greasy skin.

·        Use blotting papers during the day to pat away excess oil.

·        Use a natural clay mask. Clay masks are great at getting rid of excess oil. So using them once or twice a week should help with your oily skin woes.

·        Drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated.

·        Always check with your doctor about using any new skincare product. Ensuring that the products you use are safe for you and the baby is of paramount importance.

• Of course a well-balanced diet that is rich on fruits and vegetables will also help your cause.
• As tempting as it might be, avoid picking on your acne and pimples. All you will end up doing is scarring them, making sure that the marks do not fade away for a long time to come.
  

·        Use fresh tomato juice to treat the greasiness. Tomatoes are an excellent skincare remedy when it comes to fighting oily skin during pregnancy. The acids in them work to get rid of oil and keep it at bay for a long time. So using ripe tomatoes on your skin to combat oily skin is a great idea.

·        Use natural rose water as a toner at night. The rose water will help soothe your skin, thereby healing any angry breakouts that you might have.

·         When Will My Skin Get Back To Normal?

·         It depends. For some women, their skin starts clearing up and getting back to its natural pre-pregnancy state after the first trimester. For some others, this happens post-pregnancy and for a small percentage, their skin goes back to being normal a few months after they stop lactating.

·         Whichever category you belong to, our advice to you is to stop worrying about it and enjoy your pregnancy! There is so much for you to be happy and excited about and worrying about your oily skin and breakouts should be the last thing on your mind!

·         We hope this write-up has helped you figure out how to take care of oily skin during pregnancy. Remember that you are not alone. There are so many other women who are going through exactly what you are experiencing. So don’t fret about it and enjoy your pregnancy to the fullest!