Pregnancy tips Dealing With Pregnancy Acne

I've known quite a few women who have had a pretty bad bout of acne during pregnancy. Many cases of acne are hormonally triggered, so it makes sense that pregnancy can create an acne breeding ground. This article explains some natural ways to deal with the condition and, as a last resort, some medications that may help:


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From the article:

To treat pregnancy acne, start with self-care:

Wash your face twice a day. Be gentle and use a mild cleanser with lukewarm water.
If you have oily hair, shampoo daily. Be careful to keep hair off your face.
Avoid picking, scratching, popping or squeezing acne sores. These habits can spread infection and potentially cause scarring.
If you use cosmetics, stick to oil-free products. Look for descriptions such as water-based, noncomedogenic or nonacnegenic.
Avoid resting your face in your hands. This can trap skin oils and sweat, which can irritate acne.

Medication is a second line of treatment for pregnancy acne. Any medication that's applied to your skin or swallowed can enter your bloodstream, so it's important to exercise caution during pregnancy — even with over-the-counter products.

Erythromycin (Erygel) is often the drug of choice for pregnancy acne. Azelaic acid (Azelex, Finacea) may be another option. Both medications are typically applied to the skin as a lotion or gel and are available by prescription.