Pregnancy Safe Skin Products

Certain ingredients that are not recommended during pregnancy include high-strength retinoids (vitamin A derivatives), certain chemical sunscreens, and high levels of salicylic acid. Always check with your healthcare professional before making changes, and look for pregnancy skincare products that are gentle, hydrating, and clinically formulated for safety and efficacy.

During pregnancy, skin can become more sensitive, dehydrated, or prone to changes in tone and texture. Protecting it means focusing on gentle, pregnancy-safe formulas that hydrate, defend against environmental stressors, and maintain a healthy barrier.

Medik8 favourites for pregnancy-safe skincare include Daily Radiance Vitamin C, a 2-in-1 vitamin C and SPF 30 moisturiser that brightens and protects against sun damage, and Advanced Night Restore, a nourishing night cream with ceramides and peptides to replenish skin overnight.

Yes, vitamin C is generally safe to use while breastfeeding. As a potent antioxidant, it helps brighten the skin and protect it from environmental damage. When applied topically, only minimal amounts are absorbed into the bloodstream, so it's very unlikely to impact breast milk or pose any risk to your baby.

Absolutely, hyaluronic acid is a highly effective hydrator that naturally exists in the skin. It’s considered safe to use during both pregnancy and breastfeeding. Because it’s a substance your body already produces and isn’t significantly absorbed into the bloodstream when applied topically, it’s very unlikely to enter breast milk or cause any risk to your baby.

Instead of retinol, we recommend bakuchiol, which is a gentle, age-defying alternative ideal for those who can’t use vitamin A, such as during pregnancy. It helps to visibly reduce fine lines, improve texture, and even out skin tone, without the irritation sometimes linked to retinol. 

Medik8’s Bakuchiol Peptides is a lightweight, calming serum that leaves the complexion smoother, plumper, and more radiant, with a beautifully even finish.

The best moisturiser for a breastfeeding mom should be gentle, hydrating, and supportive of the skin barrier. 

For daytime, Daily Radiance Vitamin C is an ideal choice as it combines lightweight hydration with vitamin C and broad-spectrum SPF 30 to protect and brighten the skin throughout the day. In the evening, Advanced Night Restore helps replenish and nourish the skin overnight with ceramides and antioxidants, making it a perfect pairing for postnatal skin support.