Tag: Pregnancy

  • Tackling the Post Pregnancy Beauty Concerns

    However, when you have Kosmoderma by your side, you need not worry because every time your baby catches some sleep, we will be there to help you out with your beauty regimen asap.

    So, here is a step by step guide on how to cater to the concerns at hand.

    Acne
    Almost all the women experience some or the other form of acne during pregnancy. While some might have pimples popping up every now and then, for others it will be a pretty regular affair.

    For the earlier cases, where pimples pop up and then get fine on their own, nothing to worry because it is just your hormones and stress at play and it will gradually subside.

    However, if your acne is persistent- trust us for you need to see a dermatologist. The good news is that since you have already delivered, the restrictions on medications have been lifted and hence, you can easily go for any treatment as prescribed by the doctor.

    When you visit, just make sure that a hormonal profiling is done to ensure that your acne is not a thyroid symptom in which case your treatment will be with the endocrinologist.

    Pigmentation
    Postpartum pigmentations are mostly temporary and for majority women they come as tiny spots here and there which gradually fade away.
    However if you have got severe melasma, you should visit a dermatologist immediately. The essence is the time any of the treatment would take and at Kosmoderma specially, we know how to make the best use of it.

    You may not have enough time to prepare the face masks at home and to ease that out we have specifically curated products which you can apply topically as maintenance.

    Stretch Marks
    You may be extremely lucky to not have them but in general, almost all mothers tend to get stretch marks. Now these are the ones which are highly probable to stay back even when your life has gone back to normal.
    The good news, you do not need to take any immediate action. You may well worry not and wait till your kid is slightly grown up and you have sufficient time.

    Dark Circles & Puffy Eyes
    Up your iron intake and try to have half a glass of beetroot juice daily. Other than that, since we know that getting a good sleep is going to be a challenge, simply put two cucumber slices in the “freezer” for some 10-15 minutes and then put them on your eyes to relax them.

    Alternatively you can also put a table spoon in the freezer and after 10-15 minutes, put it on your eyes. A table spoon with its convex side touching your eyes entirely covers the hollow and hence the easing out of the muscles happens fast.

    Hair Loss
    Do NOT Worry! It is going to be okay. Hair loss during and immediately after pregnancy is common as the hair growth cycle gets disturbed.
    However, if the same persists even after a month from the date of your delivery or the thinning is excessive, go for Hair Regrowth procedures such as PRP and Growth Factor Therapy which are absolutely natural and hence harmless.

    We hope that the dear ladies who are pregnant right now and are voraciously browsing through the internet to understand why is something happening to them will find solace in this article.

    Pregnancy is beautiful and the pains that come along are temporary. Just wanted to reiterate that for you because we know what makes you happy.

    Kosmoderma Skin, Hair & Lasers Clinics are dedicated to medical excellence in the field of Cosmetic Dermatology with international accreditation and facilities.
    We offer scientifically proven treatments using US FDA approved technology. All our products have undergone extensive research and trials in USA, Europe and India. We pride ourselves in offering safe, effective and affordable treatments with high standards of quality. Kosmoderma gives personalized consults with skin care and uses facial analyzer and 3D imaging of the skin to analyze and personalize the treatments and skin regimen.

  • Pregnancy and Acne

    What makes it even sad is that you cannot take many treatments because most of the modern acne treatments are not recommended as safe during pregnancy.

    But dear Mommies-to-be, you do not need to stress at all because by the time you finish this post, you’ll know why it happened, what can be the cure and what all you need to avoid! So brace yourself and read on!

    What causes Acne during Pregnancy?

    For firsts, acne during pregnancy is just another acne and nothing special. It is just that the hormones (mainly androgens) prompt the sebaceous glands in the skin to get bigger and boost the production of an oily substance called sebum more than usual.
    This miscreant called sebum combines with the dead skin cells that line the hair follicles blocking the pores and hence creating an environment in which the bacteria which are already present on the skin multiply rapidly.
    All this eventually leads to inflammations and skin eruptions resulting in acne.

    The during pregnancy acne can be mild, moderate or severe depending upon your skin’s tendency as well as the amount of excess sebum generated. The acne thus caused may come and go (usually striking during the first and second trimester) or in some cases, it might stay on through the entire pregnancy (the last one is very very rare though).

    How can you cure it?

    The procedure is simple and mainly restricted to home-based treatments so that you don’t have to step out much and can handle your acne from the comfort of your home. Read on to know how:

    1. Wash gently with a mild soap or cleanser twice a day
    2. Gently tap your face dry. No need to scrub your face to dryness because that will irritate the skin and further aggravate the problem
    3. Make sure your moisturiser is oil free because oil is something you already have in plenty in your skin
    4. Make sure your makeup is non-comedogenic or non-acnegenic i.e. it does not clog pores. Also make it a habit to wash your makeup off your face before you hit the bed.
    5. Do not go for any random over the counter product, more so since you are pregnant and some of the ingredients may cause damage to your baby. It is thus strongly advised that you have a word with your dermatologist and let them select the right curative product for your acne

    Most Importantly- what you need to avoid!

    Well since you are holding a life inside you right now, this is the most important section and we would want you to make note of everything that is being said here.

    1. Acne breakouts find a very common solution in products containing tretinoin, tazarotene and adapalene. These products are a strict NO-NO until you deliver and have stopped nursing your child since these products get absorbed through the skin, make their way into your breast milk and then to your baby’s bloodstream who will be then feeding off you.
    2. Similarly, you need to avoid products containing tetracycline and oral isotretinoin which according to certain medical findings are responsible for birth defects
    3. Regarding beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) and salicylic acid, though sufficient study has not been done on the same to ascertain their effects on pregnant women yet they do have a tendency to get absorbed into the bloodstream through the skin and hence there is no point taking a risk.

    The best option to go by would be to read the label and see that any of the aforementioned is not present and if they are, well you know what to do!

    This blog was our try at making things easier for you (of course within the scope of our expertise). The advice however remains just like always- Have a word with your dermatologist before going about using any of the medication, more so since you are pregnant.

    Afterall, you are going to give birth to a new life and hence being extra cautious becomes a given!

    Have a happy pregnancy!

    Kosmoderma Skin, Hair & Lasers Clinics are dedicated to medical excellence in the field of Cosmetic Dermatology with international accreditation and facilities.
    We offer scientifically proven treatments using US FDA approved technology. All our products have undergone extensive research and trials in USA, Europe and India. We pride ourselves in offering safe, effective and affordable treatments with high standards of quality. Kosmoderma gives personalized consults with skin care and uses facial analyzer and 3D imaging of the skin to analyze and personalize the treatments and skin regimen.

  • Skincare During Pregnancy : DO’s & DON’Ts

    Do not use Retinoids
    Retinoids are found in some anti- aging moisturizers. These are a type of vitamin A that speeds up cell division and prevent skin collagen from breaking down.
    But retinoids are one of the skin- care ingredients that expectant moms should stay away from. Some studies have shown that high doses of vitamin A during pregnancy can be harmful to an unborn child. And oral retinoids, such as isotretinoin (Accutane, an acne treatment), are known to cause birth defects.
    There is no data to show these retinoids ingredients are harmful when used on the skin- but it is good to be extra cautious.

    Avoid certain products for Acne
    If you”re dealing with pregnancy- induced acne, consult a dermatologist. Stay away from leave- on acne lotions, gels, and creams, as well as at- home peels, which can contain salicylic acid or retinoids. Using a facial wash that contains no more than 2 percent salicylic is considered safe. And of course do not take oral form of the retinoid Accutane. Glycolic acidinAHA,is safe to use.

    Avoid Salicylic acid
    Salicylic acid is another no- no for pregnant women. High doses of the acid in its oral form have been shown in studies to cause birth defects and various pregnancy complications. Small amounts applied to the skin are considered safe, but doctors are being cautious by recommending that pregnant women should avoid the topical use of salicylic acid.
    This mild acid is used to treat certain skin disorders, including acne, and you can find it in a number of skin products, such as cleansers and toners and exfoliants. If you must have a skin peel, have it done professionally at your dermatologist”s clinic. A dermatologist will know how to do it safely during pregnancy.

    Avoid Soy
    While soy- based lotions and facial products are generally safe to use, Soy can make the “mask of pregnancy” (dark patches on facial skin) worse. Soy has estrogenic effects, which can make those dark patches, also known as melasma or chloasma, deeper. If you have dark skin or melasma, avoid these products, or choose “active soy” products from which the estrogenic components have been taken out.

    Skin Care product that you MUST USE!!!

    Sunscreens
    Sunscreens, including those with ingredients that penetrate the skin, are perfectly safe during pregnancy. Also, Titanium dioxide and zinc oxide- are powerful physical sunscreens and do not penetrate the skin.
    In addition to sunscreen, we advise sun- smart behaviours- avoiding the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., using a sun hat, sunglasses and sun- protective clothing; and reapplying your sunscreen every two hours. This helps with pregnancy mask and aging process.

    Kosmoderma has a range of medical graded products called “Kosmocare” that are safe to use during pregnancy. Consult our dermatologist to know more about Kosmocare product line. We also offer specially designed treatments that are safe for pregnant women for acne, pigmentation, detoxification, hydration and more…

    Kosmoderma Skin, Hair & Lasers Clinics are dedicated to medical excellence in the field of Cosmetic Dermatology with international accreditation and facilities.
    We offer scientifically proven treatments using US FDA approved technology. All our products have undergone extensive research and trials in USA, Europe and India. We pride ourselves in offering safe, effective and affordable treatments with high standards of quality. Kosmoderma gives personalized consults with skin care and uses facial analyzer and 3D imaging of the skin to analyze and personalize the treatments and skin regimen.