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What they might forget is that skin is the biggest external organ of our body. which is why it is really important to take care of the skin as much as other organs. During pregnancy people are more susceptible to a lot of skin issues. because of the incessant hormonal changes not to mention changes in diet. This article may not help you deal with all the physical changes you might go through. but it can be a sure shot guide that can help your skin get through pregnancy.

But, first of all it is very important to know about the skin problems pregnancy might bring up for you. hormonal acne is a very common problem that happens during the pregnancy. because there is a turn off changes that happen in your hormonal chemistry. Your skin can either end up really dry or really acne-prone. but don't worry it's all a part of the process. Apart from acne, pigmentation can also be deemed as a common woe pregnant people go through. This happens because their skin becomes increasingly sensitive to the sun. but it's nothing as such, to worry about. apart from that. although stretch marks are something that wouldn’t affect your face. but it is a very common skin problem. Which usually happens due to your body stretching itself to accommodate the baby.

here is a compilation of skin care tips that celebrities and their dermatologist fawn over. whenever you buy your skin care. do not forget to buy unscented skin care products, which do not carry any sulphate or paraben. due to your hormonal changes, it is very important for your skin to be hydrated so do not forget to put a ton of moisturizer. in case you don't feel comfortable shopping for a normal moisturiser. you can always consult your OB GYN for better options. now that your skin is more sensitive to Sun, do not forget putting sunscreen on because it is that one skincare tip. that would not only prevent pigmentation. but it can also prevent any potential sunburns. There are a few things that you might want to avoid during pregnancy. Some of them can be retinoids and salicylic acids. you wouldn't want this around your baby. because according to the studies prolonged use of these substances might cause birth defects in your baby. In case you are wondering what can be a safe alternative to retinoids, you can always opt for Bakuchiol. Which is an Indian herb that can soothe your skin. It has been a part of Ayurveda and Chinese medicine for hundreds of years. You might as well want to drop any kind of anti acne or spot treatments. because it might cause Your skin to react really badly. in case you want to go for any kind of alternatives try to up for the milder versions.