Annoying Pregnancy Skin Problems & How To Fix Them

Pregnancy is a beautiful phase in every woman’s life, but at times that pregnancy glow people talk about are not true but instead, the skin undergoes radical changes while one is pregnant.

In this article, we will be talking some annoying skin problems that women experience during pregnancy and some tips on how to tackle those skin problems.

Acne: “It can be very challenging to overcome stress during pregnancy especially when you are fatigued and extremely nauseated and when you are under constant stress your oil glands will work harder to produce more oil, this, in turn, changes the pH of the skin and results in breakouts”.

How to fix it:  “Make sure that you drink a lot of water throughout the day to remove the toxins and wastes from the body and also avoid sugary foods as much as you can to prevent acne, if you get those pesky pimples do not squeeze, pick or touch, just clean you face with face cleanser”.

Dry skin: “Your developing baby needs nourishment and hydration, and it should be no surprise that it takes all of it from your body and this can lead to dehydration and cause your skin to become dry”.

How to fix it: “Apart from drinking a lot of fluid, make sure that you clean your face with a lactic based cleanser to lock the moisture back to your skin, the cleanser will make your skin feel more hydrated and smooth”.

  

Itchy abdomen: “As the skin on your belly stretches, it can become irritatingly itchy which often happens due to dryness”.

How to fix it: “Massaging your skin with organic oil can help moisturise your stomach, hips and even thighs and also, make sure that you are drinking enough water to beat the dryness and keep your skin hydrated”.

Sensitive skin: You may notice that your skin is more sensitive during pregnancy. The scrubs you used before pregnancy may not leave ur skin inflamed. Or the deodorant you use can leave your skin to feel irritated

not experiment with too many cosmetic products during pregnancy, go natural as much as possible and also remember that your surging hormones can make your skin more prone to sunburns, ensure that you make a sunscreen or a moisturiser a part of your daily skincare routine”.

Hyperpigmentation: “As you undergo hormonal changes, the body temporarily increases the melanin production which can sometimes lead to hyperpigmentation, you will notice dark armpits and neck during pregnancy”. “Melasma, a type of hyperpigmentation characterised by dark patches and tan can also develop on your skin”.

How to fix it: “While you cannot do much about hyperpigmentation, limiting your exposure to the sun can make a difference, whenever you go out, make sure that you always use a sunblock with a good SPF to protect your skin”.

by: Omowhunmmy