Beautiful Belly Balm
Our Beautiful Belly Balm is enriched with sweet almond oil...
£24.00
Pregnancy Skincare
Zita West’s pregnancy skincare range combines natural plant oils with luxury ingredients to help keep skin supple.
Pregnancy-Safe Skincare
Zita West offers pregnancy-safe skincare products. Our premium skincare range for pregnancy and the postnatal period has been designed to prep, pamper and revive.
It is essential to use pregnancy-safe skincare products when pregnant. You are likely to experience several changes to your skin during pregnancy, so you might be tempted to reach for your standard skincare products, but these could contain harmful ingredients for your baby.
Ingredients such as benzoyl peroxide, retinoids, and salicylic acid should be avoided during pregnancy. These substances could be potentially harmful to your developing baby if absorbed into the bloodstream. If you are unsure whether to use a product, check the label.
Our pregnancy-friendly skincare supports you from the early stages of pregnancy through to the third trimester and postnatal period. Beautiful Belly Balm will help you from the early stages, whilst Preconditioning Down Under – Perineal Massage Oil is to be used from week 34 of pregnancy. Back Ease Massage Oil can be used before, during, and after labour.
You might want to include some of our pregnancy skincare products in your hospital bag. Here’s a guide on what to pack in your hospital bag.
Pregnancy-safe skincare FAQs
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How does pregnancy affect your skin?
Everyone will experience a different pregnancy, and changes to the skin will happen at different stages for each person. Some might experience changes during the first trimester, while others might not notice any difference until the second or third trimester. Changes to the skin that might require pregnancy skincare include:
- Acne
- Puffiness
- Dry skin
- Dark spots
- Redness
- Sensitivity
Zita West offers pregnancy-safe skincare products to help with these changes to your skin. For example, our Beautiful Belly Balm will help to alleviate and soothe dry skin due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
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What skincare ingredients/products should I avoid during pregnancy?
It’s vital to make sure you are using pregnancy-friendly skincare products. Certain skincare ingredients, such as benzoyl peroxide, retinoids, and salicylic acid, should be avoided during pregnancy. These substances could be potentially harmful to your developing baby if absorbed into the bloodstream. If you are concerned about any of the products in your skincare routine, check the labels or contact the manufacturers to check.
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How does your skin change after you give birth?
The body goes through various changes after giving birth due to hormone level changes and (if you choose) breastfeeding. Zita West offers postnatal products to help in the days after your delivery.
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What are the benefits of a belly massage during pregnancy?
Regular belly massages during pregnancy can help increase blood flow and relax the body. This reduces the aches and pains you might experience and improves your digestion. It will also help you bond with your baby. Adding in our pregnancy-safe skincare products, such as our Beautiful Belly Balm enriched with sweet almond oil, will help alleviate and soothe dry skin.
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Are skincare products safe to use during pregnancy?
Yes, Zita West pregnancy skincare products are safe and friendly to use during pregnancy.
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Can pregnancy skincare products be used in all trimesters of pregnancy?
Our pregnancy-friendly skincare product range will take you from the first trimester all the way through to the third trimester. We also offer postnatal products.