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3boyyyz
I haven’t used this product before but my acne is not improving even at 20weeks. Has anyone taken this during pregnancy? Is the cleanser better than the serum?
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annacarolinebrooks
I havnt asked my dr about it but online it says not to use salicylic acid during pregnancy. My acne is unreal and so wish I could use it
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mamabearjrc
I’ve been told in moderation and lower concentrations it’s fine.
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annlux56
Azelatic acid is the best alternative
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mkw0928
https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/skin-conditions-during-pregnancy
ACOG is a great resource. It’s what almost every OB will reference. Topical salicylic acid listed as safe, but you can read about other options too on this page
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KatieJune2
can you go to the dermatologist? My acne was absolutely horrible with my first pregnancy, my ob only wanted me to use azealic acid which didn’t help. Since then i saw a dermatologist and she put me on clindamycin phosphate gel once a day. My OB this time (dif doctor) said it’s fine since its topical so I’ve continued it and it’s thankfully helping keep my skin in better shape.
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3boyyyz
@KatieJune2,
I’ve never been to a dermatologist. I’m not sure if Tricare covers it but I can ask. Thanks
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yamama2021
Hi! Went to the dermatologist and she confirmed OTC salicylic acid face wash is fine to use during pregnancy a few times a week. She also prescribed Azelaic acid 15% and have been using a gentle cleanser when not using my salicylic acid face wash
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MrsJohnson2025
It is totally fine since it has such a low percentage included. Bio oil technically has “bad ingredients” too but it’s not harmful given the percentage of “bad” ingredients
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OGmom42
I read if you have an excessive amount of biotin in your prenatal it causes skin breakouts.
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