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In pregnancy, hormonal changes determine different skin manifestations as in other parts of her body. Since it is a topic of some concern, let’s see what those changes, and what we can do to mitigate the aesthetic effects not so flattering – beyond the important thing in pregnancy is the baby, women do not stop being concerned about our appearance – So, 90% of pregnant women have changes in skin pigmentation, especially darkening around the navel, genitals, breast areola, armpits and inner thighs, from the first quarter.

All this is because at this stage increases estrogen, progesterone and the melanocyte-stimulating hormone and glucocorticoids, that affect skin color. About half of mothers also suffer from melasma / chloasma, dark patches on the face, especially on the cheeks, upper lip or forehead. As worsens with sun exposure, you have to watch much of the sun at this stage. In 13% of pregnant women and new moles may appear in 15% change their size or color. It’s nothing to worry about, clarify dermatologists.

In a future post, we will discuss what happens to stretch marks and varicose veins.

Use of drugs during pregnancy
Gestation is a specific condition of women and therefore, the states of health and illness in the mother may be determinants of good prenatal development.

The woman pregnant may suffer any kind of disease is that sometimes it is necessary that the physician has to prescribe drug treatment. According to some studies, it is estimated that about 35% of pregnant women have to take medication, excluding supplements.

In the early sixties it was discovered that a drug, thalidomide, was responsible for the birth of children with severe congenital malformations (absence of limbs, eye abnormalities, heart, etc.).. From then began to study the effect teratogénicode drugs in experimental animals prior to marketing, and developed an epidemiological investigation of the effect of drugs on human fetuses.

It is called teratogens to drugs (or any environmental agent) capable of producing congenital defects, ie, physical deformities, mental or functional. Read the rest of this entry »

Many studies have shown that exposure of pregnant women to certain chemicals can cause problems in pregnancy or birth defects.

One study showed that pregnant women exposed to large amounts of hairspray during pregnancy are twice as likely to have babies with hypospadias (a defect in the urethra of males abnormal urinary opening implies a) that pregnant women not exposed to that product.

Parabens are also suspected, and are used by many cosmetics as a preservative, and phthalates, used in lacquers, perfumes and deodorants.

The range of effects is not known in depth, therefore it is advisable to minimize possible exposure to all kinds of chemicals during pregnancy .

Therefore it should remove all cosmetics, it is not known for sure what effect they may have. One option is to use cosmetics natural, which does not contain any chemicals.

Being pregnant does not mean to stop caring. In fact, many mornings sure you comes in handy a little extra help from the brush and rouge. Also, the skin can suffer changes and be more sensitive, and generally you will notice more swollen.

However, before using any product, you’d better look at its composition: the things you may not be served before you serve for a few months. According to various studies, some of the components present in products we use every day can be very harmful to the health of your baby.

Here’s a list to start :

-Cellulite creams Depilatory creams : do not know the potential effects on the fetus, but its components are associated with birth defects, so it’s best not to use. Does the alternative? To shave, use a knife. And instead of cellulite, buying a stretch mark cream for pregnancy. Read the rest of this entry »

One of the most common questions during pregnancy is whether it can still be used makeup, hair dyes and cosmetics. Keep in mind that any product applied to the skin and mucous membranes and is absorbed into the blood and may affect fetal development. There is very little research regarding the toxicity of cosmetic products in pregnancy because studies are not required previous safety and efficacy. Therefore, the French government said in December that they were considering cosmetic products labeled with specific information for pregnant women.

It is known that phthalates , a family of chemicals used in toys and beauty products in small quantities, are harmful to the developing fetus . In fact, in Europe in 2004 banned its use in toys and childcare articles. Not all cosmetics have this component, thankfully. There are also studies that discourage the use of lacquers especially in the first quarter because they may cause urinary tract malformations in the fetus.

When in doubt it is best to consult your gynecologist or the Telephone Information Service for Pregnant (SITE) 91.394.15.89. During pregnancy should not be used anti-aging creams that contain retinol or derivatives. Not recommended the use of antiperspirants with aluminum salts.

The hair dye can be used in principle , except progressives that may contain lead salts. Doctors often recommend not using them during the first quarter, and better natural chemicals. Sunscreens are recommended during pregnancy to prevent stains on the skin. There are numerous brands with specific products for pregnant women, in any case, you should read the label of what we use.

There are many myths about the use of cosmetics during the pregnancy that we often frightened and confused.
We must bear in mind that any medication or sprayed on the skin and mucous membranes are absorbed into the blood-feeding and therefore may also affect the fetus.

• Facial Creams: During pregnancy is not recommended the use of creams prescribed for skin aging from the sun in its composition containing retinol or derivatives. It has been shown that retinoids are associated with the occurrence of many birth defects.

• Sunscreen: Sunscreens are able to stay long in the surface layer of the skin, which is where they perform their function, so that its absorption is minimal. Its use is considered safe during pregnancy, and even recommends that pregnant women use to avoid the appearance of dark spots that appear on the skin of the forehead and cheeks.

• Deodorants: may be used, except those containing aluminum salts and used for large surfaces such as hands or feet.

• Hair Dyes: They can be classified into temporary, progressive, semi-permanent or permanent. In principle, dyes can be used during pregnancy unless the “progressive” (mostly used by men), which may contain lead salts.

During the pregnancy the woman goes through various stages and moods that strongly influence the way it looks in the mirror.

At times it looks terrible and other beautiful, dazzling. In general, pregnancy favors pretty women and gives it a halo of light difficult to explain in words, which makes it look beautiful and radiant. However, there are some cosmetic problems that appear in this period because of hormonal changes that may embarrass her and make her feel bad. The skin undergoes certain changes as changes in hue (chloasma gravidarum), which become manifest through the presence of dark spots. Nothing that can not be resolved with some cosmetics and makeup.

But while pregnant women should not neglect aesthetics and grooming, you must realize you are going through a very special period in which there are certain cosmetic products which may be harmful to the fetus.

These, being absorbed by the skin of the mother may pass through the blood to the placenta and be harmful to it. Although research in the area are rare (on the toxicity of cosmetics for pregnancy), there are certain products which, by its composition, it is preferable to avoid this step. Read the rest of this entry »

One of the most frequently asked questions during pregnancy is whether it can still be used for makeup, hair dyes and cosmetics. Keep in mind that any product applied to the skin and mucous membranes are absorbed into the bloodstream and may affect fetal development. There is very little research regarding the toxicity of cosmetic products during pregnancy because studies are required Previous safety and efficacy. Therefore, the French Government said in December that they were considering cosmetic products labeled with specific information for pregnant women.

It is known that phthalates , a family of chemicals used in toys and beauty products in small quantities are harmful to the developing fetus . In fact in Europe was banned in 2004 for use in toys and childcare articles. Not all cosmetics have this component, fortunately. In addition there are studies that discourage the use of lakes especially in the first quarter because they could cause malformations in the fetal urinary tract.

When in doubt it is best to consult your gynecologist or the Telephone Information Service for Pregnant (SITE) 91.394.15.89 . During pregnancy should not use anti-aging creams containing retinol or derivatives. Neither is the use of antiperspirants with aluminum salts.

The hair dye can be used in principle , except the progressive that may contain lead salts. Doctors often recommend not using them during the first quarter, and better natural chemicals. Sunscreens are recommended in pregnancy to prevent stains on the skin. There are many brands with products suitable for pregnant women, in any case should read the label of what we use.

Every time we have more information about the influence of nutrition in pregnancy in the baby’s health throughout their lives. A new study has just revealed that the pregnant woman’s diet can alter the DNA of the baby predisposing to an increased risk of developing obesity problems several years later.

The international study led by University of Southampton is the first that can show that the mother’s diet during pregnancy may alter the DNA of the baby through a process called epigenetic change, which may cause the child to develop weight problems, irrespective of maternal weight to get pregnant and the child’s weight at birth.

In this sense, we knew an earlier study based on an experiment with rats, which indicated that the mother’s preference for fatty foods leads to changes in the baby’s brain that stimulate appetite by raising the risk of suffering from obesity the first years of life. Read the rest of this entry »

There are many myths about the use of cosmetics during pregnancy often frighten and confuse us.

But we know that not all cosmetics are safe and that any drug or applied to the skin and mucous membranes are absorbed into the blood-feeding and therefore may also affect the fetus.

For example, do not recommend the use of creams prescribed for skin aging from the sun in its composition containing retinol or derivatives, as has been shown that retinoids administered orally, are associated with the appearance of numerous defects in the fetus.

Sunscreens do not pose a risk because they are kept in the surface layer of the skin and absorption is minimal. By contrast, pregnant women should wear a high protection factor to prevent the emergence of so-called chloasma gravidarum (dark spots that appear on the skin). Read the rest of this entry »