Will pimples come during early pregnancy?

Question

My skin suddenly broke out so badly this week, never had this before periods. Im 5 weeks pregnant and wondering if its because of that. Is this normal in starting?

Ilavenil Banerjee · Answer

Yes beta, pregnancy hormones can cause pimples. Just wash your face with mild soap and drink plenty of water. It will settle down slowly.

Aditi Mitra · Answer

Honestly, I expected a beautiful glow but got teenage pimples instead! Early pregnancy is tricky like that. They eventually went away, now I'm just dealing with this huge heavy belly.

Vartika Sachdeva · Answer

Absolutely, they can. It's just your hormones kicking in. Don't pick on them, eat clean, and they'll go away on their own. No need to stress about it.

Parvati Tilak · Answer

Yes, they can definitely come. But please be very careful about what creams or ointments you apply, as some acne medicines are not safe in pregnancy. Ask your gynac for safe skincare options.

Mandira Sanyal · Answer

Oh yes, my face broke out like crazy in the first few weeks! Hormones go totally wild during early pregnancy. It got much better in the second trimester, so hang in there.

Rani Thakur · Answer

Yes indeed! The famous 'pregnancy glow' sometimes starts with a few pimples first 😅. Don't worry, it's just your hormones doing their job. Keep hydrated!

Rekha Bagchi · Answer

Hormonal surge in the first trimester increases sebum production, leading to breakouts. Avoid salicylic acid or retinoid-based creams right now. Just use a gentle cleanser and let it run its course.

Varsha Gupta · Answer

Having PCOS meant I already had acne, but early pregnancy made them flare up even more on my chin. It's very common due to progesterone spike. Don't use strong chemical acne creams without checking with your doctor.