My skin was always pretty clear but suddenly im breaking out a lot and im only 9 weeks. Didnt expect this so early. When did the acne kick in for u all, and did it settle later?
Mine started around week 7. I stuck to a simple cleanser and avoided harsh chemicals. A bit of besan or mild face wash helped me. But for any strong acne medicine, definitely check with doc first.
Usually starts in the first trimester when hormones surge, mostly around week 6 onwards. Keep face clean, drink water, use mild products. Avoid retinoids and strong stuff, confirm any cream with ur gynac first.
With my pcos background acne hit me early, like first couple of months. Hormones go crazy in early pregnancy. Just keep skincare gentle, and please dont use strong acne creams without asking ur doctor.
I felt so disappointed when my skin broke out badly in the first trimester, around 6-8 weeks for me. It was all the hormones. It did calm down later in the second trimester, so dont lose hope.
Oh the pregnancy glow is a lie sometimes, i got teenage level pimples in early weeks haha. It comes with the hormone party. It passes, just be gentle with ur skin and ride it out.
Im in my early weeks and my chin is full of breakouts, so this answers my worry too. Glad to know its hormonal and common. Does it usually get better by second trimester?
