How to Remove Skin Blemishes From Pregnancy

Pregnancy blemishes don't always happen on your face.

When a woman gets pregnant, there is a fluctuation in hormones that can result in blemishes and acne. If a woman had acne when she was younger, it is likely that it will recur during pregnancy as well. Stretch marks are often considered to be one of the unsightly blemishes that women most commonly get with pregnancy. These blemishes can be dealt with through the use of a few simple remedies.

Things You'll Need

• Cocoa butter lotion
• Mint toothpaste
• Wash cloth
• Facial astringent

Instructions

1. 

   Using lotion to keep your skin pliable will minimize your stretch marks.

   Rub cocoa butter lotion on your stomach and other areas that are beginning to stretch farther than they previously have before. There is no scientific proof that cocoa butter lotion will eliminate your stretch marks but keeping your skin moist and pliable will help to minimize the amount of stretch marks that you get.

2. 

   Apply mint toothpaste to the blemish to dry the blemish.

   Apply mint toothpaste to any spot where a blemish appears. A small dab that is large enough to cover the spot is perfect. Let the toothpaste sit until it has completely dried and has become crusty--applying it overnight is the best bet. The mint in the toothpaste will draw the oils out of your skin and dry up any blemishes that you may have.

3. 

   Rinse your face with cold water to close up your pores.

   Wash your face twice a day with a warm wash cloth and an astringent face wash. When rinsing your face, use cold water to close up the pores. We never realize how often we touch our faces and get oils on our skin. Using an astringent will dry up the extra oils so that you won't get as many blemishes.

4. 

   Eating a healthy diet will help to keep you blemish-free during pregnancy.

   Eat a healthy diet. Foods that are high in fat and oils will have a bad effect on your skin. When you are pregnant, you may get cravings for things that are not always good for you but it is up to you to continue to stay healthy during your pregnancy.

Tips & Warnings

• Eating citrus foods will help to keep your skin blemish-free during and after pregnancy.

• Don't apply moisturizer to your skin after you wash your face because you will be reintroducing new oils to your clean skin.

• Applying hot water to a blemish can help reduce the amount it shows.

• Drink lots of water every day. The more water you drink, the clearer your skin will be.

• Picking at blemishes is bad for your skin because you are putting your oily hands up to your face, causing more problems.

References

• Acne During Pregnancy: Tips for Clear Skin
• Blemish Prevention