Aisha Khan Aisha Khan Asked 8 months ago

Is aha safe during pregnancy?

I am pregnant and have been using some skincare products with AHAs. Now I'm worried if it's safe to continue using them during pregnancy. Should I stop?

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Shilpa Reddy Shilpa Reddy Joined May 2026 6 months ago
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Oh, this is such a good question! I'm pregnant too and constantly worried about what skincare is safe. I use some products with AHA and now I'm thinking if I should stop. Did anyone else get confused by this?

Meera Sharma Meera Sharma Joined May 2026 5 months ago

During pregnancy, it's best to keep things as natural and gentle as possible, not just for skincare but for overall well-being. Focus on internal radiance, perhaps with some gentle yoga and a balanced diet. For external applications, always check with your doctor.

Aniket Kulkarni Aniket Kulkarni Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Yaar, my wife was using some AHA stuff too when she was expecting, and actually her gynae told her to stop it. Said it's better to avoid anything strong or chemical-y during pregnancy. Simple moisturiser is best for that time.

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Consult a obstetrics and gynaecologist

Deepa Singh Deepa Singh Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Pregnancy ke time par, jo bhi cheez lagani hai ya khani hai, pehle doctor se confirm karo. Skincare mein bhi kaafi chemicals hote hain. Better to be safe than sorry, it's for the baby's health.

Gautam Patel Gautam Patel Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

While I manage diabetes and my focus is more on diet, the principle is similar for pregnancy: be very cautious about what goes into or onto your body. It's not just about what you eat. Consult your doctor on all products, especially during such a sensitive time.

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Kavita Nair Kavita Nair Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Don't stress too much, dear. It's wonderful that you're being so careful. For anything applied to the skin during pregnancy, especially active ingredients like AHA, it's always best to get a clear go-ahead from your obstetrician. They will know what's truly safe.

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