Herbal Teas
When it comes to herbal teas during pregnancy, we recommend using caution. While some, like ginger or rooibos, can be lovely, others,…
Is Essential Oils Safe During Pregnancy?
When it comes to Essential Oils and pregnancy, we advise caution. These highly concentrated plant extracts have varied safety profiles, and some…
Is Glycolic Acid Safe During Pregnancy?
Glycolic Acid during pregnancy is a "caution" ingredient. Low concentrations (up to 10%) in at-home products are generally considered low-risk, but it's…
Is Kojic Acid Safe During Pregnancy?
For Kojic Acid during pregnancy, we recommend caution. While human pregnancy data is limited, some animal studies have shown concerns at high…
Is Tea Tree Oil Safe During Pregnancy?
During pregnancy, Tea Tree Oil (also known as melaleuca oil) is given a 'caution' verdict by SafeMom. While topical use in small,…
Lactic Acid
Lactic Acid is an AHA that needs a little extra thought during pregnancy. While low concentrations in rinse-off products are generally considered…
Liver
When it comes to liver during pregnancy, our verdict is caution. It's incredibly rich in preformed Vitamin A, which is wonderful in…
Liver
Liver is incredibly nutritious, but because it's packed with preformed vitamin A (retinol), it falls under a "caution" verdict during pregnancy. Occasional…
Mandelic Acid
Mandelic Acid is an AHA often considered gentler for skin due to its larger molecule size. While low concentrations are likely low-risk,…