Products that are safe for pregnant women

✅ Recommended INSKIN.CO Products Safe for Pregnancy

These formulations do not contain retinoids, high‑strength salicylic acid, hydroquinone, or other restricted actives and are generally regarded as gentle and suitable options during pregnancy:

• Bakuchiol & B3 Serum — A retinol‑alternative (bakuchiol) paired with niacinamide; bakuchiol is often recommended as a safer substitute for retinol in pregnancy‑safe skincare routines Time Out Beauty+15Professional Beauty+15Aesthetics Directory+15Onekind+4Skinomedic+4Aurel Derma+4.

• Tremella & B3 Serum — Combines hydrating tremella mushroom extract with niacinamide; free from exfoliating acids or retinoids hashgifted.com+2Professional Beauty+2dev.inskincosmedics.com+2.

• Arbutin & B3 Serum — Uses arbutin for brightening (a gentler alternative to hydroquinone) alongside niacinamide; generally safe for pregnancy when used in appropriate topical concentrations Professional Beauty+1dev.inskincosmedics.com+1.

• Vitamin D & B5 Serum — A basic hydrating serum without known restricted ingredients; ideal for those avoiding actives like retinoids and acids inskincosmedics.com.au+8Professional Beauty+8dev.inskincosmedics.com+8.

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❌ Products to Avoid During Pregnancy

INSKIN COSMEDICS also offers products with cautionary labels stating “Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding”. These include:

• Pure C + BHA (Vitamin C powder with 2% salicylic acid) — Not recommended due to the salicylic acid content Aesthetics Directory+5inskincosmedics.com.au+5hashgifted.com+5.

• Multi-Active & BHA Serum, Potent Clearing Serum, and retinol-containing serums — All contain exfoliating acids or vitamin A derivatives advised against in pregnancy %heavenlyblissbeauty.com.au+2Professional Beauty+2dev.inskincosmedics.com+2.

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📋 Summary Table

Product	Key Actives	Pregnancy‑Safe?
Bakuchiol & B3 Serum	Bakuchiol + Niacinamide	✅ Yes
Tremella & B3 Serum	Tremella extract + Niacinamide	✅ Yes
Arbutin & B3 Serum	Arbutin + Niacinamide	✅ Yes
Vitamin D & B5 Serum	Vitamin D + B5	✅ Likely yes
Pure C + BHA Powder	L‑Ascorbic acid + Salicylic acid	❌ No
Multi‑Active & BHA Serum	BHA acids	❌ No
Retinol-containing Serums	Retinoids (Vitamin A derivatives)	❌ No

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🧴 Why These Choices Are Safe

• Retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, hydroquinone, and high-dose exfoliating acids (salicylic, glycolic, lactic in strong concentrations) are widely recommended to be avoided in pregnancy due to possible risks to fetal development or maternal absorption dev.inskincosmedics.com+3WebDoctors Online+3Professional Beauty+3hashgifted.com+2Professional Beauty+2dev.inskincosmedics.com+2hashgifted.com+2dev.inskincosmedics.com+2Professional Beauty+2.

• Ingredients deemed safe and beneficial during pregnancy include:

  • Niacinamide

  • Hyaluronic acid or Tremella extract for hydration

  • Vitamin C (low concentration, without exfoliating acid complex)

  • Peptides, azelaic acid

  • Bakuchiol as a safer alternative to retinol WebDoctors Online

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✅ Recommendations

• From the INSKIN.CO line, the best pregnancy-safe picks are:

  • Bakuchiol & B3 Serum

  • Tremella & B3 Serum

  • Arbutin & B3 Serum

  • Vitamin D & B5 Serum (hydration support)

• Avoid anything with salicylic acid, retinoids, or documented pregnancy warnings—like Pure C + BHA or Multi‑Active & BHA Serum.

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⚠️ Final Note

These recommendations are based on current ingredient guidelines and product labelling. However, individual sensitivities vary, and formulations may change over time. It’s always wise to confirm current ingredient lists and consult with your healthcare provider before introducing any new skincare product while pregnant.

Would you like suggestions for a pregnancy-safe skincare routine (cleansers, SPF, moisturisers) to complement these serums?