Oh, please be very careful with active skincare right now! I spent hours reading papers and apparently kojic acid might absorb slightly into the bloodstream, which is so scary. I'd highly recommend stopping it immediately and checking with your dermatologist or gynac just to be on the safer side.
Beta, during pregnancy your skin gets very sensitive, so avoid putting strong chemical acids like this. Better to use a little curd and besan or milk cream at home to lighten any dark patches naturally. If the pigmentation is too much, just show it to your doctor once instead of experimenting.
When I got bad pigmentation on my cheeks during my first trimester, I felt so insecure and wanted to use my regular kojic acid serum. But my inner voice told me to wait, and I am glad I did because my doctor advised me to avoid it since it is absorbed into the skin. I felt it was much safer to just embrace the pregnancy glow and focus on my baby's health instead.
I am currently in my second trimester and my skin has developed these patchy dark spots. I was looking at a kojic acid cream online but got so anxious about whether it is safe for the baby. Did any of you use it or did your gynac suggest avoiding it too?
In our family, we usually prefer simple chickpea flour and turmeric pack for pregnancy glow, as my mother says chemical products can react badly. When I asked my dermatologist about kojic acid, she also suggested avoiding it during these nine months. It's better to stick to natural home remedies or consult your doctor before using it.
I am planning to conceive next month and actually sorting out my skincare routine right now. I read that kojic acid is a bit of a gray area with very limited safety research during pregnancy. Are there any other safe alternatives you guys are using for spots?
