Reducing toxic exposure is important for everyone at every stage of life, but it becomes particularly important in the months leading up to pregnancy, as well as during pregnancy itself.
3-month pregnancy preparation
An egg cell and a sperm cell each take approximately 3 months to mature, meaning this crucial 3-month window is the ideal time to focus on improving egg and sperm quality. Time to swap out those chemical-loaded skincare products and switch to more natural alternatives. Afterall, your skin is the largest organ in your body, absorbing everything you put on it. Clean skincare swaps is always a starting point with clients.
Hormone havoc
The chemicals listed below found in conventional skincare are known endocrine disruptors, potentially causing hormonal imbalance, which can impact menstrual cycles and fertility.
Skincare chemicals to avoid
- Phthalates
- Parabens
- SLS
- Synthetic fragrance
During pregnancy, be particularly careful to avoid skincare containing
- Retinoids
- High dose salicylic acid
- Hydroquinone
- Formaldehyde
- Chemical sunscreens
Clean skincare brands I recommend to clients
- Pai
- Tata Harper
- Weleda
- Tropic
- Antipode
- REN
- Green People
- Jason
- Sukin
- RMS Beauty and ILIA for makeup
- Agent Nateur for deodorant
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