My skin has gone soo dry suddenly, especially on the belly and legs, sometimes itchy bhi. Never had this issue before. Im in second trimester now. What are u all using to keep it moisturised safely?
With my twin belly stretching to the maximum, dry skin was an understatement! I literally bathed in olive oil and heavy body butters daily. Keep slathering it on, don't let it dry out!
My mother-in-law advised applying fresh malai (milk cream) or pure ghee on my dry areas. It is completely natural and worked so well for my dry itchy skin!
My tracker app suggested using moisturizers with shea butter or ceramides right after a shower to lock in moisture. Also, avoid very hot water baths because they strip away natural oils.
Don't waste money on expensive creams. Just use plain cold-pressed coconut oil or good old Nivea cream twice a day. Apply it ghar pe after bathing and before sleeping, skin will stay soft.
Along with staying active with my doctor-approved walks, I made sure to drink at least 3 liters of water daily. Hydration is key to preventing dry skin, and use a mild, chemical-free body wash.
Drink lots of water to stay hydrated from inside! Apply coconut oil or a heavy moisturizer right after your bath while your skin is still damp. It worked like magic for me!
I looked like a glazed donut during my pregnancy because of all the coconut oil I applied! But seriously, keep moisturizing constantly or you will scratch like a monkey. It really helps.
