Pimples in pregnancy: why they appear and the most effective remedies
There are many reasons why pimples appear in pregnancy, although they tend to be associated with completely natural hormonal changes when you discover that you are pregnant. But hormones are not so "bad" and also bring positive things: the skin of the future mother is brighter for example, and in some cases it appears smooth. The advice we give you is to enjoy the moment in total serenity, avoiding unnecessary worries.
Pimples in pregnancy: why do they appear?
Pimples in pregnancy appear already around the first month and in some cases, many women still do not know they are pregnant. So the blame is given to some food that has been consumed previously and no longer thinks about it. But the wheals continue to be present and generally tend to disappear no earlier than the fifth month of pregnancy. In some cases, acne appears immediately and lasts until the last weeks of pregnancy and then disappears after childbirth when the hormones rebalance.
We must consider that pimples represent an "inflammation of the skin due to" the overproduction of sebum. In this way the sebaceous glands become occluded, inflamed and a pimple is formed. Women who have already suffered from acne in adolescence and have oily skin, will be subject to this phenomenon more easily.
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In which areas do pimples appear during pregnancy?
The parts of the body with the highest incidence are those where the skin is oily. Not surprisingly, the first we mention is precisely the face and in particular the chin, nose and cheeks, but there are also other parts of the body targeted by this phenomenon: the back, neck and buttocks.
The area of the nose is where comedones can appear which are nothing more than a first stage of pimples: better known also as blackheads, these are boils characterized by a black tip on the surface very visible even to the naked eye, due to a "abundant production of sebum.
Natural remedies to combat pimples in pregnancy
Acne in pregnancy when it occurs cannot be cured with the same drugs that you would take if you weren't pregnant, so how can you fight it? There are some very effective natural remedies that you can put into practice right away.
- Cleansing
Make sure you cleanse your face regularly, morning and night, with products specific to your skin type as well as gentle. Proper cleansing will not only effectively counteract pimples, but will help you have healthy, fresh and radiant skin. Whether you have used make-up products or you have been without make-up all day, cleansing your face must become a rule. Also, remember that pimples should not be squeezed and you should try to touch them as little as possible.
- The peeling
Pregnant skin becomes very sensitive and delicate. Any type of peeling must be absolutely avoided, so as not to irritate it and make the situation worse. To eliminate excess sebum and dead cells, what you can do is use a very delicate scrub to exfoliate the most superficial layer. Always remember not to rub, but to make very light circular movements. Apply a specific cream to soothe the skin. after exfoliation.
Delicate face scrub in gel on Farmacia Loreto Gallo for € 8.42
- The cosmetics
When you are pregnant, the choice of cosmetics is essential so that they are not aggressive and do not clog the pores, worsening the inflammation of the epidermis. Even if you notice dry skin, very greasy creams are to be avoided because the oils contained within them would worsen. the situation of excess sebum.A completely natural way to moisturize the skin, is to use a damp cloth every night to place on the face for 15 minutes.If you get into this good habit, you will immediately see results.
Pimples in pregnancy: home tricks to get rid of them
If you are pregnant and suffer from pimples during pregnancy, it would be best to avoid any do-it-yourself techniques to get rid of the wheals, especially since you could easily make the situation worse. However, there are some home remedies useful to relieve, above all, the sensation of swelling and inflammation. Here are a few.
- Lemon juice
Lemon juice acts as a tonic and once a week you can pat a wad with a few drops of juice all over your face, then rinse after a few minutes. The antibacterial and disinfectant action will be a real cure-all for the skin.
- Honey
Heat a small amount of honey and apply it in the areas where you notice the presence of blackheads: leave on and remove after a few minutes. The pores and the blackheads themselves will be much less visible.
- Steam with baking soda
Heat some water and add a teaspoon of bicarbonate, then proceed with the fumigations using a cloth to create a sort of dome in which to immerse your head. The action of the steam will open the pores, freeing them from sebum and impurities. After a few minutes, pat your face with a towel without rubbing.
- Yogurt mask
Yogurt is delicate and is also a purifying food: mix a jar with two tablespoons of green clay, a tablespoon of oil, lemon zest and bergamot essential oil. Apply the mixture for 15 minutes then rinse with warm water. Repeat this beauty mask even once a week for a gentle pampering.
Green clay powder - 1kg on Farmacia Loreto Gallo at € 7.09
Does the sun make pimples worse in pregnancy?
Contrary to what one might think, the sun is not good if you suffer from pimples during pregnancy, in particular the negative effects may not be immediately visible, but appear when the tan is gone. During the period of exposure to the sun, the skin appears improved, smooth and free of imperfections, but at the end of the summer season the pimples return, in some cases even more aggressive than before.
What the sun's rays do and which is often not visible, is to increase free radicals and dry the skin, which by contrast will try to produce even more sebum. As a result, the pores will become clogged and the release of pimples will be favored. What can you do? You must always expose yourself to the sun with "adequate sun protection, preferably 50+, avoiding to choose sun creams with a greasy formulation. Also, avoid the times when the sun is more intense (11:00 - 16:00).
50+ light and resistant sunscreen on the skin - on Farmacia Loreto Gallo at € 20.56
Do you have pimples in pregnancy? Then you are expecting a little girl
We know, in the 9 months of pregnancy you will have heard them all! But perhaps you still did not know that whether or not you have pimples during pregnancy, you can understand the sex of the baby you are carrying. It is said, in fact, that if the mother's skin is smooth and smooth then the unborn child will be a boy. Otherwise, and therefore if pimples and spots appear on the face and in other areas of the body, you will surely be pregnant with a girl. The reason is somewhat bizarre, but it seems that the daughters tend to steal the beauty of the mother already in the belly by causing the wheals to come out.
The difference with chloasma
Hormonal changes in pregnancy not only cause pimples to appear, they are also responsible for the so-called chloasma gravidarum, a phenomenon that causes brown and yellowish spots on the face. The pigment of the skin increases but not uniformly so unsightly spots are formed. Chloasma disappears completely after delivery, but it cannot be prevented or avoided. What you can do to avoid worsening the situation is to protect the skin from the sun and hydrate it thoroughly, even increasing the daily consumption of water.
Preventing pimples in pregnancy is possible!
We have collected some useful tips to summarize what was said in this article. Take notes: it will be easy to be able to fight pimples!
- Always cleanse your skin and never neglect deep facial cleansing
- Do not rub with the towel, but pat gently.
- Choose a natural treatment over medications that could be dangerous in pregnancy.
- If you have one or more pimples on your face, resist the temptation to squeeze them.
- Moisturize your skin both with the right products and by drinking at least 2L of water a day.
- Choose non-comedogenic make-up products.
