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wht face products did you use when pregnant?

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EW EXPLORER
Latest post on 11 April 2012 - 14:05

I just realised that my all natural face serum and cream that i bought when i found out i was pregnant - has salicylic acid in it (not sure of quantity) and im panicking!

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EW EXPLORER
Latest post on 12 April 2012 - 17:28
Thanks Nosey Norah - thats very true and very comforting to hear! There is just too much to be wary off! ANd i was so happy i was using a relatively clean paraben product etc as welL!
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 12 April 2012 - 15:29
I know that taking salicylic acid orally is a no no but I think that its fine in lotions and toners? Babycentre says "doctors are being cautious by recommending that pregnant women avoid the topical use of salicylic acid. Small amounts applied to the skin — such as a salicylic acid-containing toner used once or twice a day — are considered safe" I guess its each to their own but if you were to avoid absolutely everything which MAY have an effect on your baby you could be causing yourself a lot of stress which could be more detrimental to your baby . Personally I avoided the biggies like raw fish/eggs, soft cheeses, undercooked chicken etc and everything else in moderation. <em>edited by Nosey Norah on 12/04/2012</em>
 
 

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