Being pregnant is probably one of, if not the wildest experience a woman will ever go through. The body undergoes a major transformation that includes a slew of unpredictable changes. Some feel good and others are simply the worst. Your hair may be long, thick and shiny, but your skin could be in the middle of its worst breakout since sophomore year of high school.
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You just never know how your body will react to the hormonal rollercoaster that is pregnancy. Ahead, two dermatologists with years of treating budding mommas, break down the most common changes that occur during one of the most exciting (and challenging) times in a woman’s life.
Your New Skin
Everyone’s experience will be completely different, but overall, there are three main skin concerns that are pretty pregnant- specific. Melasma is the most popular. It’s a condition that causes areas of the facial skin to darken. While melasma isn’t exclusive to pregnant women, it’s more common among them. There’s also a chance of developing new allergies when pregnant. Board-certified dermatologist, S. Manjula Jegasothy, MD, CEO and Founder of Miami Skin Institute says that these types of allergic reactions can mostly manifest as hives.
And then there is hormonal acne. Fluctuating levels of testosterone, estrogen and progesterone in your body can bring on the breakouts, and because of the laundry list of products you shouldn’t...