You know, I used to be a Retin-A girl, but as soon as I got pregnant and quit it, my skin just went wonky. And we're not supposed to use any retinols, salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide. I tried glycolic acid for a while, but it always comes packed in with petrolatum, and it just gave me whiteheads. I got so sick of reading ingredients with parabens, sulfates and long, creepy chemical names that I just. gave. up.<br><br>
Yup, I quit using products. I'm now just using warm water with a spritz of hydrosol afterwards. And once a week i'll do a mask with french clay. And I haven't had a single zit since I started this routine! I've also ordered some organic rosehip oil, which i've heard is excellent for pregnant faces.<br><br>
I also decided to order some pure mineral makeup, which is great for pregnant and sensitive skin, since it doesn't contain talc, chemicals, etc. This stuff is wonderful! Goes on like a breeze, blends my icky skin and smells and feels delightful. I don't ever plan on going back to non-mineral makeup. When they say, "Mineral makeup is so pure you can sleep in it," they mean it.<br><br>
If you're interested in trying this super-natural route, I would recommend the following websites:<br><a href="http://www.darkswan.com" target="_blank">www.darkswan.com</a> for hydrosols (and amazing soaps!)<br><a href="http://www.mountainroseherbs.com" target="_blank">www.mountainroseherbs.com</a> for clays, rosehip oil, other oils and hydrosols<br><a href="http://www.alimacosmetics.com" target="_blank">www.alimacosmetics.com</a> for great mineral makeup and customer service<br><br>
Good luck! Pregnancy is sure doing a number on my skin and hair, but today is the prettiest i've felt since November.