Can you use AHA/BHA Peel while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Does It Mix engine · pregnancy
We haven't found a pregnancy-specific study on topical aha/bha peel. A review of skin care in pregnancy notes that, apart from hydroquinone and tretinoin, most topical products act locally with minimal absorption. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before using it.
Check with your doctor General information only. Your doctor, midwife or pharmacist knows your situation.
Set "Pregnant or breastfeeding" in My skin to flag retinoids across the site. More on AHA/BHA Peel.
Sources
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- Kornhauser A, Coelho SG, Hearing VJ. Applications of hydroxy acids: classification, mechanisms, and photoactivity. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol. 2010;3:135-142.
- Efficacy of alpha and beta hydroxy acid chemical peels in postacne pigmentation: a double-blinded, randomized, controlled trial. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2022;15(1).