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Pregnancy Safe Facial Sunscreens, BB and CC Creams

Pregnancy Safe Facial Sunscreens, BB and CC Creams

My pregnancy safe makeup and beauty guide has become very popular, and readers have been asking a lot of questions about pregnancy safety! One of the major issues I’ve been having in discussing pregnancy safe skincare is sunscreen. I feel like I tell everyone that emails me that their sunscreen is not safe, and they need to find a pregnancy safe sunscreen, and I’m sorry but I don’t have one to recommend. All of the sunscreens I used when I was pregnant have been reformulated and I can no longer recommend them.

I do not recommend any chemical sunscreens (if you’re not sure what those are, check out my sunscreen guide for more information) as those are actually absorbed by the skin, they’ve even been picked up in urine tests! While many of these ingredients are likely safe, due to ethical reasons it is highly unlikely that clinical trials will ever be completed to prove the safety of these ingredients.

The sunscreens included on this list are all physical sunscreens, with the active ingredient Zinc Oxide, and usually (but not always, check individual products to be sure) Titanium Dioxide as well. This means that all of these products are full spectrum UV coverage.



 

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Note I have closed the comments here as I had many questions about products that are already on the site. If your product isn’t here, please check the list of pregnancy safe beauty brands. Make sure you look for variations on your product’s name, frequently brands will rename a product very slightly. You can ask about your product on the brand specific page or the list of brands if your brand is not included.

Note: The most up to date product information is always found on brand specific pages. I update those more frequently than round up posts like this one. This post was last updated on 3/3/2024, I have checked all of the ingredient lists below as of today’s date.

Pregnancy and Nursing Safe Sunscreens

Avene Very High Protection Mineral Fluid SPF50+ Sun Cream for Intolerant Skin
Avene Very High Protection Mineral Lotion sun protection SPF 50+
Avene Very High Protection Tinted Mineral Fluid SPF50+ Sun Cream for Intolerant Skin
Babo Botanicals Daily Sheer for Face Fragrance Free Sunscreen Lotion SPF40 (at ULTA, Amazon)
Babo Botanicals Daily Sheer Sunscreen Lotion SPF30 Natural Glow Tinted (at ULTA, Amazon, Target)
Babo Botanicals Tinted Facial Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF50 – Natural Glow (at Amazon, Target)
BareMinerals COMPLEXION RESCUE® NATURAL MATTE TINTED MOISTURIZER MINERAL SPF 30
BeautyCounter Countersun Daily Sheer Defense For Face – SPF 25
BeautyCounter Countersun Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 30
Blue Lizard Sensitive Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 (at Amazon, Target)
Blue Lizard Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion for Face SPF 50+ (at Amazon)
Chantecaille Just Skin Tinted Moisturizer SPF 15 (at Nordstrom, Bluemercury)
Clinique City Block™ Sheer Oil-Free Daily Face Protector Broad Spectrum SPF 25 (at Sephora)
DRMTLGY Physical Universal Tinted Moisturizer SPF44
EltaMD UV Luminous Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 (at DermStore)
EltaMD UV Physical Tinted Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 (at DermStore, Amazon)
EltaMD UV Pure Broad-Spectrum SPF 47 (at DermStore, Amazon)
Grown Alchemist Natural Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF30 (at DermStore)
Hello Sunday The Mineral One SPF 50 Lightweight Serum (at Sephora)
Honest Beauty CCC Clean Corrective With Vitamin C Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30
ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica Daily mineral SPF 50+ sunscreen (at Amazon)
Josie Maran ARGAN DAILY MOISTURIZER MINERAL SPF 47 (at DermStore)
Josie Maran ARGAN DAILY MOISTURIZER MINERAL SPF 47 PROTECT AND PERFECT (at Sephora)
Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 (at Amazon)
The Ordinary Mineral UV Filters SPF 15 with Antioxidants
Sisley-Paris Tinted Sunscreen Cream SPF 30 (at Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus)
SkinCeuticals Physical Matte UV Defense SPF 50 (at BlueMercury, DermStore)
SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 32 (Tinted) (at DermStore, SkinStore)
SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 35 (at DermStore, SkinStore)
Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Sunscreen Face Lotion
Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen Face Lotion
• Suntegrity 5-IN-1 Tinted Sunscreen Moisturizer – Broad Spectrum SPF 30 (at Nordstrom, Credo Beauty)
Suntegrity Impeccable Skin, Broad Spectrum SPF 30 (at Nordstrom, Credo Beauty)
Suntegrity Milky Mineral Sun Serum Spray, Broad Spectrum SPF 50 (at Credo Beauty)
Suntegrity Moisturizing Mineral Face Sunscreen & Primer, Broad Spectrum SPF 30 (at Nordstrom, Credo Beauty)
• SuperGoop! (Mineral) Mattescreen SPF 40 (at Sephora)
Thinkdaily Face Sunscreen SPF30 Naturally Tinted (at Amazon)
Thinkdaily Sunscreen SPF 30 Aloe & Tea Leaves (at Amazon)

 

 

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617 Comments

  1. 3.16.18
    Desiree said:

    Do these negate your other pregnancy safe sunscreens on your other basic skincare page?
    Thanks!

    • 3.16.18
      15mins said:

      They’re in addition to!

  2. 3.21.18
    Meg said:

    Thank you so much for your website, and for updating it so often – it has been an invaluable resource! I’m wondering if these two below would be safe and adequate? Thank you!

    One – BAREMINERALS COMPLEXION RESCUE™ Tinted Hydrating Gel Cream

    Water, Coconut Alkanes, Propanediol, Squalane, Trehalose, Isostearic Acid, Glycerin, Silica, Agar, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Globularia Cordifolia Callus Culture Extract, Salicornia Herbacea Extract, Melilotus Officinalis Extract, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Butylene Glycol, Lauroyl Lysine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Succinoglycan, Polysorbate 60, Cellulose Gum, Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate, Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate, Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Hydroxide, Magnesium Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Chloride, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol. May Contain: Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides.

    Two – SUPERGOOP! Defense Refresh Setting Mist Broad Spectrum SPF 50

    -Avobenzone 3%, Homosalate 4%, Octisalate 3%, and Octinoxate 6%: Deliver broad-spectrum sun protection.
    -Silica Silylate: Helps to control oil and reduce shine.
    -Rosemary Leaf Oil and Peppermint Stem/Leaf Oil: Soothe redness while providing an uplifting sensory experience.

    Alcohol Denat, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Isododecane, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Silica Silylate, Water, PVP, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Stem/Leaf Oil, Mentha Viridis (Spearmint) Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil.

    • 3.21.18
      15mins said:

      No to the SuperGoops, but yes to the BareMinerals! Let me know how you like it if you try it, I’ve had my eye on that one!

      • 3.24.18
        Meg said:

        Thank you! I love the Bare Minerals, I’ve used it for a while and it’s great!

      • 7.9.18
        Aubrey said:

        I came here to ask about this product – I love it so much! Just the right amount of coverage and so natural looking.

      • 9.26.18
        Mary said:

        What about stila stay all day 10 in 1 beauty balm

        ingredients
        Butylphenyl Methyl Propional, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Decarboxy Carnosine HCl, Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Fragrance/Parfum, Glycerin, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Hexyl Cinnamic Aldehyde, Hexylene Glycol, Hydroxypropylcocoate PEG-8 Dimethicone, Isododecane , Isopentyldiol, Limonene, Linalool, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-37, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Physalis Angulata Extract, Phytic Acid, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Propylene Carbonate, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Silica, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Hydroxide, Tocopherol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Water (Aqua). May Contain: Mica, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499).

        • 9.28.18
          15mins said:

          This is fine! I’ve had a hard time finding this, it’s not carried many places. But I love it!

  3. 4.6.18
    Mimi said:

    Hi. Thank you for your posts. I find them very helpful. I would like to seek for your advice for whether these 2 products are safe for pregnancy.

    1. Tarte Rainforest of the Sea Water Foundation:

    Water, Glycerin, Isododecane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Phenyl Trimethicone, Nylon-12, Dipropylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cyclohexasiloxane, Sd Alcohol 40-B, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Butylene Glycol, Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone, Magnesium Sulfate, Alumina, Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Silica, Talc, Iron Oxides, Sorbitan Isostearate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Hexyl Laurate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Propylene Carbonate, Dimethicone, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tocopheryl Acetate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Algae Extract, Gardenia Tahitensis Flower Extract, Tocopherol.

    2. Jan Marini Physical Protectant Broad Spectrum SPF 45

    Titanium Dioxide 6%, Zinc Oxide 8%. Water/Aqua/Eau, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Dimethicone Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Isododecane, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl, Dimethicone, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Poly Methyl Methacrylate/EDMA, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Camellia Oleifera (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Bisabolol, Ubiquinone, Glycerin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Hexyl Dimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Sodium Chloride, Hexylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol Iron Oxides (CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499).

    I really appreciate your help.

    • 4.7.18
      15mins said:

      The tarte looks ok but the Jan Marini is not.

  4. 4.7.18
    relacon said:

    Purified Water, Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Methyl Trimethicone,
    Hi Christine,

    found your blog and these articles are fantastic! thank you! could you kindly advise if the following Laneige bb cushion pore control is suitable for pregnancy

    Purified Water, Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Methyl Trimethicone, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Cyclohexasiloxane, Niacinamide, Nylon-12, HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Pinus sylvestris Leaf Extract, Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Disodium EDTA, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Magnesium Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Chloride, Stearic Acid, Silica, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Acrylates/Stearyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer, Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer, Aluminum Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Zinc Sulfate, Calcium Chloride, Chenopodium quinoa Seed Extract, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Peppermint Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Phenoxyethanol, Yellow Oxide of Iron, Red Oxide of Iron, Black Oxide of Iron, Aromatics

    thanks so much in advance!

    • 4.7.18
      15mins said:

      It is not, due to the chemical sunscreens.

  5. 4.12.18
    Hoji Fang said:

    Hi girl! Love your content. Would these sunscreens be safe to use during pregnancy? I noticed that the COSRX has titanium oxide but no zinc oxide so I’m not sure if it is even a physical sunscreen.

    1. COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF50 PA+++
    Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Alcohol,Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Butylene Glycol, Titanium Dioxide, C14-22 Alcohols, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Aloe Arborescens Leaf Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Peg-100 Stearate, Silica, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Triethanolamine, Sodium Hydroxide, Fragrance, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium Edta

    2. Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++
    Active Ingredients: Avobenzone (3.00%), Homosalate (6.50%), Octinoxate (7.50%), Octisalate (5.00%), Oxybenzone (2.00%)
    Other Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Butylene Glycol, Stearic Acid, Diisopropyl Sebacate, Cocoglycerides, Lauryl Lactate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Isodecyl Neopentanoate , Dimethicone, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetyl Phosphate, Urea, Yeast Amino Acids, Trehalose, Inositol, Taurine, Betaine, Phospholipids, Retinyl Palmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Pelvetia Canaliculata Extract, Ectoin, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract, Passiflora Incarnata Extract, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Sodium PCA, Panthenol, Tripleurospermum Maritimum Extract , Zinc Gluconate, Ethyl Linoleate, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Xanthan Gum, Aminomethyl Propanol, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Limonene*, Linalool*, Fragrance (Parfum), Yellow 6 (CI 15985), Red 33 (CI 17200) *Allergen

    • 4.12.18
      15mins said:

      Both have chemical sunscreens in them, so I’d avoid them.

      • 4.19.18
        C said:

        I used Cerave AM lotion all throughout my pregnancy. Eek! What are the risks? Is there anything in particular I should be concerned about or just lesson learned for the next one?

        And, now that I’m nursing (and no longer pregnanat)—any reason to switch to a different AM moisturizer or is the Cerave AM safe?

        Thank you so much!

        • 4.19.18
          15mins said:

          It’s fine for nursing! We just don’t really know what the risks are for many of the ingredients. Probably nothing to worry about at all, just keep it in mind for your next pregnancy and enjoy your perfect baby!

  6. 4.23.18
    Shweta said:

    Hi Christine, thank you so much for this website! I wish I had found you when I was pregnant with my first. I didn’t use anything on my face (really!!).

    This time around I need some help to cover my dark circles and blemishes. Can I seek your help to see if this is safe

    Garnier SkinActive B.B. cream

    Ingredients
    G92698 1 – INGREDIENTS: AQUA/ WATER, ISONONYL ISONONANOATE, ISOHEXADENCANE, GLYCERIN, ALCOHOL DENAT., PEG-20 METHYL GLUCOSE SESQUISTEARATE, ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE, METHYL GLUCOSE SESQUISTEARATE, CETYL PALMITATE, NYLON-12, CYCLOHEXASILOXANE, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, HYDROGENATED POLYISOBUTENE, STEARYL ALCOHOL, AGRILLA / MAGNESIUM ALUMINIUM SILICATE, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, DIMETHICONE, PHENOXYETHANOL, POLY C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE, AMMONIUM POLYACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE, PARFUM / FRAGRANCE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, DIMTHICONOL, ASCORBYL GLUCOSIDE, CITRUS GRANDIS FRUIT WATER / GRAPEFRUIT FRUIT WATER, DISODIUM EDTA, LINALOOL, BENZYL SALICYLATE, T-BUTYL ALCOHOL, LIMONENE, CAFFEINE, BENZYL ALCOHOL, GERANIOL, BHT, CELLULOSE ACETATE BUTYRATE, POLYPHOSPHORYLCHOLINE, GLYCOL ACRYLATE, TOCOPHEROL, CITRAL POLYVINYL ALCOHOL, SODIUM CHLORIDE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, SODIUM HYALURONATE, [+/- MAY CONTAIN CI 77891 / TITANIUM DIOXIDE, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499 / IRON OXIDES] (F.I.L. B188110/1)

    Thanks in advance

    • 4.23.18
      15mins said:

      This isn’t safe, you’re missing the active sunscreen ingredients here and they’re not all physical sunscreens, so I”d avoid this one. As well there’s a salicylate further down the list. Sorry!

      • 4.23.18
        Shweta said:

        Thanks for your reply! Have used it a couple of times but won’t use it anymore.

        Do you think it will be okay when nursing or should I bin it?

        Also I have this sunscreen in my vanity. Am I good to use it?

        Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Face Dry-touch SPF 50

        ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: Zinc Oxide 21.6% w/w.
        CONTAINS: Preservatives: Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol.

        Many thanks

        • 4.25.18
          15mins said:

          I’m sorry, I can’t comment on that sunscreen as most of the ingredient list is missing.

          • 4.26.18
            Shweta said:

            Oh, that’s all I can find on the tube and online.

            Thanks for the reply though.

  7. 4.24.18
    Julie said:

    Hey there! We are trying to conceive and I was just curious if this new sunscreen by CeraVe would be ok?

    Ingredients-
    Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Ceramide NP (Ceramide 3), Ceramide AP (Ceramide 6-II), Ceramide EOP (Ceramide 1), Phytosphingosine, Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Crosspolymer, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Cholesterol, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate.

    Thank you so much!

    • 4.25.18
      15mins said:

      You’re missing part of the ingredient list- the active ingredients (the sunscreens) aren’t listed here. Which one is this?

      • 4.25.18
        Julie said:

        Oh! Oops! It’s avobenzone 3%, homosalate 10%, octisalate 5%, and octocrylene 2.7%.. thank you! If this one isn’t ok, is there a drugstore sunscreen that you do recommend?

        • 4.25.18
          15mins said:

          That one isn’t pregnancy safe. I have still been looking for a drugstore one to recommend but haven’t found one yet, I’m sorry!

  8. 4.30.18
    Jess said:

    Thanks for this wonderful resource, it’s amazing to be able to check so many products.

    Could you confirm whether this facial sunscreen is pregnancy safe?

    Radical Skincare – Skin perfecting Screen SPF30
    Ingredient list:
    Aqua, Caprylyl Methicone, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Zinc Oxide (Nano), Isododecane, Titanium Dioxide (Nano), Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Maris Sal, Adenosine, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Niacinamide, Tocopherol, Diamond Powder, Allantoin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Coffea Arabica Seed Extract, Superoxide Dismutase, Alumina, Methicone, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Mica, CI 77891, Disodium EDTA, PEG-10, Glycerin, Isostearic Acid, CI 77491, Lecithin, Xanthan Gum, Pentylene Glycol, Tromethamine, Phenoxyethanol

    Also just wanted to say I’d love to see a list on your skincare page for “Origins” and “Glamglow” products when you have a chance – your website is my new go-to.

    Thanks again.

    • 4.30.18
      15mins said:

      This one looks fine to me!
      I’ve got both of those brands on my list to do. I’m a bit worried about the Origins ingredients as they’re owned by Estee Lauder, and they make the ingredients hard to find. I did Clinique recently (also owned by EL) and had a reader point out that the ingredients I had looked at on the Sephora website were incomplete and in a bad way! I had to pull the entire list from the post. I’m hoping that origins is more accurate, but…. we’ll see!

  9. 5.4.18
    Spenser Bailey said:

    Your resources have been so helpful! Was wondering if this was ok to use while pregnant?

    IT COSMETICS
    Your Skin But Better™ CC+™ Cream with SPF 50+

    Water, Snail Secretion Filtrate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Magnesium Sulfate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Aluminum Hydroxide, Hexyl Laurate, Stearic Acid, Calcium Stearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Phenoxyethanol, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Disodium Edta, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Punica Granatum Seed Oil, Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Niacinamide, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Cholesterol, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water, Lactobacillus/Honeysuckle Flower/Licorice Root/Morus Alba Root/Pueraria Lobata Root/Schizandra Chinensis Fruit/Scutellaria Baicalensis Root/Sophora Japonica Flower Extract Ferment Filtrate, Perfluorohexane, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chrysanthemum Indicum Flower Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Perfluorodecalin, Morus Alba Fruit Extract, Magnolia Kobus Bark Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sprout Extract, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Pentafluoropropane, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Steareth-20, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Colloidal Oatmeal, Hydrolyzed Silk, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, N-Hydroxysuccinimide, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Tocopherol, Thiamine Hcl, Riboflavin, Retinyl Palmitate, Pantothenic Acid, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Niacin, Folic Acid, Chrysin, Carnitine Hcl, Biotin, Ascorbic Acid, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Chlorhexidine Digluconate. May Contain: Iron Oxides (Ci 77492, Ci 77491, Ci 77499).

    • 5.4.18
      15mins said:

      The It Cosmetics BB and CC Creams aren’t safe during pregnancy.

      • 5.8.18
        Rachel said:

        Would this be safe while breastfeeding?

        • 5.8.18
          15mins said:

          Anything ok for pregnancy is fine for nursing

      • 9.13.18
        Maria said:

        Omg! I’ve been using this cc cream the whole pregnancy. Im already 31 weeks. Should I be worried?

        • 9.13.18
          15mins said:

          Well, it does have some ingredients that I would avoid in pregnancy such as the sunscreens, the salicylate and licorice root extract. A lot of those are more theoretical risks (without proven problems, we just haven’t proven that they’re safe). The worst ingredient while pregnant (retinoid) isn’t in this one. I think a lot of women don’t think about their makeup and skincare at all. There’s enough other things to worry about and lose sleep over (which let’s face it, is hard to get much of in the 3rd trimester), so i wouldn’t stress about it. Just put it aside to use after delivery, and use this as an excuse to try something new for fall. 🙂

  10. 5.6.18
    jen said:

    Thank you for all of your lists of safe products. Throughout my pregnancy and nursing years, I have used yours lists for products. My skin is dry and I’m having trouble finding a good night cream in my 40s while nursing. I want to try the Skinceuticals Triple Lipid Restore because I’ve tried so many night creams on your list and have yet to purchase one that is a good fit for my dry skin. In addition, I figured I’d also pick us a safe moisturizer, but the Skinceuticals one you have listed here is for oily skin. My question is this: is the moisturizer Skinceuticals Ultimate UV Defense SPF 30 (it is formulated for dry skin as well as others)safe?

    Again, thank you so much for your time and service to us! You have truly been a blessing.

    • 5.7.18
      15mins said:

      The Triple Lipid Restore is fine! My skin is getting drier too and I’ve been planning on writing more about dry skin, anti-aging in dry skin, etc. I just haven’t gotten there yet. Let me know if you like this one, it looks really good!

      That sunscreen has chemical sunscreens, so I wouldn’t consider it to be a safe for pregnancy. I hope that helps!

      • 5.13.18
        Jen said:

        Thank you. Ugh, I’ll still be looking for a day moisturizer with a safe sunscreen that is not just for oily skin. 🙂

  11. 5.7.18
    Ashley said:

    What about “Your Skin But Better CC cream with spa 50”? Is this safe?
    https://www.sephora.com/product/your-skin-but-better-cc-cream-spf-50-P411885?icid2=:p411885:product

    Water, Snail Secretion Filtrate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Magnesium Sulfate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Aluminum Hydroxide, Hexyl Laurate, Stearic Acid, Calcium Stearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Phenoxyethanol, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Disodium Edta, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Punica Granatum Seed Oil, Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Niacinamide, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Cholesterol, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water, Lactobacillus/Honeysuckle Flower/Licorice Root/Morus Alba Root/Pueraria Lobata Root/Schizandra Chinensis Fruit/Scutellaria Baicalensis Root/Sophora Japonica Flower Extract Ferment Filtrate, Perfluorohexane, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chrysanthemum Indicum Flower Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Perfluorodecalin, Morus Alba Fruit Extract, Magnolia Kobus Bark Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sprout Extract, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Pentafluoropropane, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Steareth-20, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Colloidal Oatmeal, Hydrolyzed Silk, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, N-Hydroxysuccinimide, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Tocopherol, Thiamine Hcl, Riboflavin, Retinyl Palmitate, Pantothenic Acid, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Niacin, Folic Acid, Chrysin, Carnitine Hcl, Biotin, Ascorbic Acid, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Chlorhexidine Digluconate. May Contain: Iron Oxides (Ci 77492, Ci 77491, Ci 77499).

    • 5.7.18
      15mins said:

      It is not

  12. 5.9.18
    Shanna J said:

    Thank you so much for the time and effort you put in for this blog. You truly are a life saver! I’ve been stressing over what can and cannot be used since we’ve been trying to conceive. Would you mind taking a look at these three item to see whether they are pregnancy safe?

    LA ROCHE POSAY ANTHELIOS DERMO-PEDIATRICS LOTION
    Active Ingredients: Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5.0000, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine 4.5000, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3.5000, Drometrizole Trisiloxane 3.0000, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone1.5000

    Ingredients: Aqua / Water, Glycerin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylic/Caprictriglyceride, Ethylhexyl Salicylate,Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Alcohol Denat., Titanium Dioxide, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane,Drometrizole Trisiloxane, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Dimethicone, Zea Mays Starch/ Corn Starch, Propylene Clycol, Synthetic Wax, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Ammonium Polyacryldimethyltauramide / Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter/ Shea Butter, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium Edta, Glyceryl Stearate, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Palmitic Acid, Peg-100 Stearate, Peg-8 Laurate, Stearic Acid, Tocopherol, Triethanolamine

    THINK BABY SPF 50+ SUNSCREEN
    Active Ingredient: Zinc oxide 20% .

    Inactive Ingredients: Purified water (0), aloe barbadensis leaf juice extract (0), capric caprylic triglycerides (0), sorbitan stearate (coconut based) (1), methyl abietate (pine wood resin) (0), vegetable glycerin (0), cetyl dimethicone (0), hydrogenated castor oil (0), magnesium sulfate (epsom salt) (0), sunflower oil (0), jojoba oil (0), ascorbic acid (vitamin C) (0), tocopherols (vitamin E) (1), olive oil (0), raspberry seed oil (0), cranberry seed oil (0), hyaluronic acid (made from vegetable) (0), glucose oxidase & lactoperoxidate (0), papaya (0).

    BareMinerals – BAREPRO® PERFORMANCE WEAR LIQUID FOUNDATION SPF 20
    Water, Cyclopentasiloxane , Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Butylene Glycol, Silica, Peg-10 Dimethicone, Bis-Butyldimethicone Polyglyceryl-3, Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Extract, Sodium Glutamate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Methicone, Papain, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Algin, Tocopherol, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Phenoxyethanol. May Contain: Titanium Dioxide 3.32% (CI77891), Iron Oxides (CI77491, CI 77492, CI 77499)

    Thanks so much in advance!

    • 5.10.18
      15mins said:

      The La Roche should be avoided, but the other 2 are fine

  13. 5.9.18
    Jackie Guevara said:

    Your site is amazing and so helpful for all us worried mamas and mamas to be. Could you see if this concealer and foundation are ok? Currently using and I love both products so much!

    1. Tarte Shape Tape Concealer

    Light-Medium: Water/Aqua/Eau, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Butylene Glycol, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Sodium Chloride, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Triethyl Citrate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Aluminum Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Phenoxyethanol, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Parfum/Fragrance, Amyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Salicylate, Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Linalool, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Convallaria Majalis Bulb/Root Extract, Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/Leaf Extract, Lilium Candidum Flower Extract, Magnolia Liliflora Flower Extract, Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Tocopherol, TBHQ, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA. May Contain: Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499).

    2. Too Faced Born This Way Foundation

    Water (Aqua) (Eau), Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Isododecane, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Hexyl Laurate, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Magnesium Sulfate, Diphenyl Dimethicone, Tribehenin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polysilicone-11, Propylene Carbonate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Cocos Nucifera Water, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Rhododendron Ferrugineum Extract, Alcohol, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Lecithin, Pistacia Lentiscus (Mastic) Gum, Butylene Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Hyaluronate, EDTA, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol. May Contain: Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499).

    • 5.10.18
      15mins said:

      I would avoid both of those

  14. 5.9.18
    Ashley said:

    Is there a body sunscreen you would suggest? Thanks.

  15. 5.11.18
    Catherine said:

    Hi there,

    What about Josie Marin Argan Daily Moisturizer 47SPF

    Water**, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride**, Ethylhexyl Palmitate**, Titanium Dioxide**, Cyclopentasiloxane, Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil**, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate**, Mica**, Nylon-12, Glycerin**, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate, Methicone, Alumina, Phenoxyethanol, Isononyl Isononanoate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Tocopheryl Acetate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Polysilicone-11, Sodium Chloride**, Iron Oxide (CI 77492)**, Magnesium Stearate**, Isopropyl Myristate, Fragrance**, Bisabolol, Iron Oxides (CI 77491)**, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice*, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil*, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Iron Oxides (CI 77499)**, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate, Laureth-12, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract**, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid**, Potassium Sorbate**, Sodium Benzoate**. *Organic. **Natural.

    • 5.11.18
      15mins said:

      That’s fine!

  16. 5.17.18
    Ivy said:

    Hi there,
    Thanks for listing out all the products! I also want to check if this one is ok?
    COOLA
    Daydream™ Mineral Primer SPF 30
    -Titanium Dioxide 2.3% and Zinc Oxide 4% : Deliver broad-spectrum sun protection.
    Alumina, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Hexyl Laurate, Iris Pallida Leaf Cell Extract, Isododecane, Lonicera Japonica Callus Extract, Mica, Nymphaea Alba Leaf Cell Extract, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Polysilicone-11, Silica, Stearic Acid, Titanium Dioxide, Trimethylsiloxysilicate.

    • 5.18.18
      15mins said:

      This looks ok!

  17. 5.24.18
    Marsha said:

    Hi! Can you let me know if the following is ok?

    PAULA’S CHOICR RESIST YOUTH EXTENDING DAILY HYDRATING FLUID

    Active ingredients: avobenzone (2%), octinoxate (7.5%), octisalate (5%), octocrylene (2%)

    Inactive ingredients: water, glycerin, silica, dimethicone, tocopherol, chamomila recutta (Matricaria) flower extract, vitis vinitera (grape) seed extract, camellia sinensis (green tea) leaf extract, camellia oleifera (green tea) leaf extract, peucedanum gravelones (dill) extract, sambucus nigra (black elderberry) fruit extract, avena sativa (oat) bran extract, punica granat (pomegranate) extract, Lycium barbarum (goji) fruit extract, hydrogenated lechithin, titanium dioxide, dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, diethylhexyl syringylidrnemalonate, hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, xanthan gum, sodium carbomer, benzyl alcohol, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate, phenoxyethanol

    • 5.24.18
      15mins said:

      It isn’t safe, sorry.

  18. 5.24.18
    Jennie said:

    Thank you so much for this resource!
    Would you be able to let me know if the following Tarte products are safe?
    Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Full Coverage Foundation SPF 15
    Ingredients:
    Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Mica, Dimethicone, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Stearic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Caprylyl Glycol, Phytantriol, Hexyl Laurate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Sodium Chloride, Hexylene Glycol, Lysine, Tocopherol, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Nylon-12 Fluorescent Brightener 230 Salt, Polyvinylalcohol Crosspolymer, Kaolin, Magnesium Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Zinc Chloride, Sodium Hyaluronate, Potassium Sorbate, Iron Oxides.

    Smooth Operator™ Amazonian Clay Tinted Pressed Finishing Powder
    Ingredients:
    Amazonian clay: nature’s most perfect ingredient for better, longer, truer wear
    Vitamin A: antioxidant that retains moisture and helps protect against free radical damage
    Vitamin C: antioxidant free radical fighter that helps prevent premature signs of aging, while brightening skin
    Vitamin E: natural preservative that also acts as an emollient and antioxidant
    Mica, Polyethylene, HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Tricaprylin, Boron Nitride, Nylon-12, Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides, Magnesium Myristate, Lanolin, Isopropyl Myristate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Silica, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Kaolin, Retinyl Palmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Chlorphenesin, Potassium Sorbate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Bismuth Oxychloride (CI 77163), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI 77289), Zinc Oxide (CI 77947), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891).

    Water Foundation Broad Spectrum SPF 15 – Rainforest of the Sea™ Collection
    Ingredients:
    Water, Glycerin, Isododecane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Phenyl Trimethicone, Nylon-12, Dipropylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cyclohexasiloxane, Sd Alcohol 40-B, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Butylene Glycol, Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone, Magnesium Sulfate, Alumina, Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Silica, Talc, Iron Oxides, Sorbitan Isostearate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Hexyl Laurate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Propylene Carbonate, Dimethicone, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tocopheryl Acetate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Algae Extract, Gardenia Tahitensis Flower Extract, Tocopherol.

    • 5.24.18
      15mins said:

      The foundations are both fine and you don’t need to worry about powder products, but that one does have retinoids…. More information about makeup safety in pregnancy here.

  19. 5.31.18
    Emma said:

    Hi there, I’ve been using the bare minerals complexion rescue hydrating gel which I love and you’ve said above is safe but just wondered about the bare minerals concealer I’ve also been using with it if you wouldn’t mind having a look at the ingredients. Thanks so much, this webpage is brilliant xxx

    Water (Aqua/Eau), Tetradecane, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Propanediol, Decyl Isostearate, Isostearyl, Isostearate, Lauroyl Lysine, Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate, Magnesium
    Stearate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Isostearic Acid, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Soil Minerals/Syringa Vulgaris (Lilac) Leaf Cell Culture Extract, Maltodextrin, Trisodium Edta, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Silica, Tin Oxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol.
    May Contain (+/-): Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491,Ci 77492, Ci 77499)

    • 5.31.18
      15mins said:

      Looks fine!

      • 5.31.18
        Emma said:

        Thank you x

  20. 5.31.18
    Olivia said:

    Hi

    I was wondering if these ingredients looked safe for the Bare Republic Mineral Sunscreen Face Lotion – SPF 30 – 1.7oz from Target

    Thank you so much! I love your website!

    Active Ingredients (Sunscreen): Titanium Dioxide- 3.2%, Zinc Oxide- 1.7% Inactive Ingredients: Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil*, Alcohol, Aleurites Moluccana Seed Oil*, Algae Extract*, Allyl Heptanoate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dodecane, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract*, Gamma Decalactone, Gamma Octalactone, Gamma- Nonalactone, Glycerin*, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil*, Heliotropine, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Isopropyl Myristate, Polyamide-5, Polysilicone-11, Propylene Carbonate, Raspberry Ketone, Silica, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Triethyl Citrate, Vanillin *Certified Organic Ingredients
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    • 5.31.18
      15mins said:

      This looks fine to me!

  21. 6.2.18
    Cheny said:

    Can you let me know if this sunscreen is ok for pregnancy? Thanks so much for an the info and helpfulness.

    Zinc Oxide (17%), Titanium Dioxide (2%), Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Isostearate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Silica, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Polysilicone-15, Iron Oxides, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Extract, Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Extract.

    • 6.2.18
      15mins said:

      It isn’t sorry

  22. 6.8.18
    Kassy said:

    Hi,

    Can I check if a sunscreen (Etude House Sunprise Mild Airy Finish) with the following ingredients is safe during pregnancy? Thank you!

    Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Zinc Oxide, Alcohol, Dicaprylyl Ether, Dipropylene Glycol, Titanium Dioxide, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Viscum Album (Mistletoe) Leaf Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract, Carex Humillis Root Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Malpighia Emarginata (Acerola) Fruit Extract, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil, Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil, Hyaluronic Acid, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil Unsaponifiables, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Peg-10 Dimethicone, Cyclomethicone, Magnesium Sulfate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Methicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Octyldodecanol, Dimethicone, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Butylene Glycol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Cellulose Gum

    • 6.8.18
      15mins said:

      Looks ok to me!

  23. 6.9.18
    Kassy said:

    Thank you so much for your fast reply!

    I would be grateful If you could help me to decipher another sunscreen:

    Kiss My Face, Sunscreen, Face Factor, Face + Neck, SPF 30

    Active Ingredients: Octinoxate 7.5%, octisalate 3%, zinc oxide 3%. Purpose: Sunscreen.

    Inactive Ingredients: Acetyl hexapeptide 8, acrylates copolymer, a-lipoic acid, aloe barbadensis (aloe vera) leaf juice, ascorbyl palmitate, (vitamin C), camellia sinensis (green tea) leaf extract, caprylic/capric triglycerides, carthamus tinctorius (safflower) oleosomes, cetearyl olivate, cetyl alcohol, cucumis sativus (cucumber) fruit extract, dimethicone, ethylhexylglycerin, glycerin, glyceryl stearate SE, glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice) extract, helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil, linoleic acid, phenoxyethanol, polysorbate 20, sodium hyaluronate (hyaluronic acid), sodium hydroxide, sorbitan olivate, stearyl alcohol, tocopheryl acetate (vitamin E), water.

    Thank you so much!

    • 6.9.18
      15mins said:

      This has topical sunscreens and should be avoided

  24. 6.10.18
    Sheena said:

    Hi,
    Thanks so much for this post. Is this Juice Beauty Stem Cellular CC cream safe during pregnancy? If not, could you please specify which ingredient(s) is not good? Thanks!
    Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide 20%
    Juice Beauty proprietary blend of fruit stem cells: apple buds, grape buds & lemon leaf.
    Inactive Ingredients: Aloe barbadensis (organic aloe juice/jus d’aloès bio)*, cocos nucifera (organic coconut oil/huile de noix de coco bio)*, pyrus malus (organic apple juice/jus de pomme bio)*, vitis vinifera (organic white grape juice/jus de raisin blanc bio)*, caprylic/capric triglyceride†, sorbitan stearate, ricinus communis (castor seed oil /huile de graines de ricin), polyglyceryl-10 laurate, magnesium sulfate, helianthus annuus (organic sunflower seed oil/huile de graines de tournesol bio)*, simmondsia chinensis (organic jojoba seed oil/huile de graines de jojoba bio)*, tocopherol (Vitamin E/vitamine E), magnesium ascorbyl phosphate (Vitamin C/vitamine C), sodium hyaluronate†, malus domestica (apple fruit cell culture extract/extrait de culture cellulaire de pomme), vitis vinifera (grape fruit cell extract/extrait de cellule de raisin), citrus medica limonum (lemon leaf cell extract/extrait de cellule des feuilles de citron), phenethyl alcohol, ethylhexylglycerin†, citrus reticulata (mandarin oil/huile de mandarine), citrus aurantium (petitgrain oil/huile de petit grain). May contain: iron oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499)

    • 6.10.18
      15mins said:

      I’m not recommending any of the Juice Beauty Stem Cellular products based upon the company’s description of apple stem cells penetrating down into the skin and proliferating. I don’t think they could really do that, I’ve talked to a few dermatologists about it and that doesn’t describe how apple stem cells would work in their minds at all, but with the brand saying those things I would not use any of the products with this line while pregnant.

  25. 6.10.18
    Somi said:

    Thank you for this resourceful website! Are these two products with SPF safe to use during pregnancy? Thanks!

    Supergoop! Invincible Setting Powder SPF 45:
    Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Silica, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Triethoxycaprylysilane, Nylon-6/12, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Olive Glycerides, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Ceramide 3. May Contain +/- Iron Oxides (CI 77492, 77491, 77499), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891).

    Farmacy Green Screen Daily Environmental Protector Broad Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30:
    Water, Ethyl Macadamiate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Propanediol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Polysorbate 80, Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Echinacea Purpurea Root Extract, Aronia Melanocarpa Fruit Extract, Hydrolyzed Verbascum Thapsus Flower, Tagetes Erecta Flower Extract, Alteromonas Ferment Extract, 7-Dehydrocholesterol, Zea Mays (Corn) Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Malic Acid, Tocopherol, Myristic Acid, Cetyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Panthenol, Stearic Acid, Polyglyceryl-6 Isostearate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Alumina, Behenic Acid, Stearyl Alcohol, Caprylyl, Methicone, Dimethicone, Cyclohexasiloxane, Isohexadecane, Triethoxysilylethyl, Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Hexyl Dimethicone, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl, Dimethicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Behenyl Alcohol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Cellulose Gum, Sorbitan Oleate, Butylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Sodium Phytate.

    • 6.10.18
      15mins said:

      The ingredients of the supergoop are ok, but note that you don’t need to worry about powders (more info in my pregnancy safe makeup post), but also you should know that in order to get SPF 45 you’ll need about 1/3 of that entire container on your face…. I would NOT rely on that product to get your SPF, but as a mid-day touchup it’s probably ok.

      The Farmacy product is fine.

  26. 6.11.18
    Somi said:

    Thank you so much for your prompt response! I will check out your post on pregnancy safe makeup! Thanks so much again!

  27. 6.12.18
    MP said:

    Thank you so much for this helpful post! I’ve been using the Marc Jacobs Re(marc)able Full Cover Foundation Concentrate. Could you tell me if you think it’s safe? I’d really appreciate it!

    Ingredients
    Bis-hydroxytethoxypropyl Dimethicone, Ethyl Trisiloxane, Caprylyl Methicone, Isododecane, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Dimethicone, Jojoba Esters, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Mica, Silica, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Helianthus Annuus Seed Cera/Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Alcohol, Water, Acacia Decurrens Flower Cera/Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax, Polyglycerin-3, Tocopherol, Iron Oxides (CI 77491, 774912, 77499), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891).

    Thank you !

  28. 6.13.18
    Araceli Kafka said:

    What about Peter Thomas Roth CC cream

    Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide 10.26%; Zinc Oxide 5.76%. Inactive Ingredients: Alcohol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Arbutin, Butylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Calcium Stearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Cyclohexasiloxane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dipropylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hexyl Laurate, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Iron Oxides, Magnesium Sulfate, Mica, Myrciaria Dubia Fruit Extract, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Polysorbate 80, Propylene Carbonate, Stearic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Water.

    I don’t know if Arbutin is considered safe for pregnancy?

    • 6.13.18
      15mins said:

      It isn’t, I would pick a different CC Cream.

  29. 6.13.18
    Dewi said:

    Hi, I would like to know about the SKIN79 Sunblock ingredients, is it safe for pregnancy or not,
    I wish you will reply it. Thank you so much
    Here i put the ingredients:

    Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxidel(Ci77891), Aluminum Hydroxide, Propanediol, peg_10 dimethicone, Dimethicone, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, HOUTTUYNIAiCORDATA EXTRACT, 1,l2-Hexanediol, saccaride hydrolysate, Fructooligosaccharides, Pullulan, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Magnesium Sulfate, Phenoxyethanol, Stearic Acid, Glycolipids, Glycerin, Crithmum Maritimum Callus Culture Filtrate, Maltodextrin, pistaciallentiscus (mastic) gum, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Echinacea Purpurea Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Tamarindus Indica Seed Polysaccharide, Potassium Hydroxide, Hydrogenated Lecithin, HYDROXYACETOPHENONE, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Ceramide NP, Ethylhexylglycerin, swertia chirata extract, Phenethyl Alcohol, Phospholipids, Phytosphingosine, Octyldodecanol, Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, cardiospermum halicacabum flower/leaf/vinelextract, Tocopherol, ethylhexylglycerin (glycerin derived conditioneriand preservative) 100% natural blend of essential oils and natural aromatics.

    • 6.13.18
      15mins said:

      Looks good!

  30. 6.13.18
    Mary said:

    Hello,

    I saw someone else post this with an incomplete ingredient list. It’s Neutrogena Sheer Zinc face sunscreen. Is this safe to use? The active ingredient is zinc oxide (21.6%) and these are the rest of the ingredients:

    Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Phenyl Trimethicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Glycerin, Ethyl Methicone,Cetyl Dimethicone, Silica, Colloidal Oatmeal, Tocopheryl Acetate, Chrysanthemum Parthenium (Feverfew) Flower/Leaf/Stem Juice, Glyceryl Behenate, Phenethyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetyl Dimethicone/Bis-Vinyldimethicone Crosspolymer, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin

    If it’s not safe would you mind pointing out which ingredient so I know for future reference? Thank you very much for this and ALL your lists!

    • 6.13.18
      15mins said:

      Looks ok to me!

  31. 6.14.18
    Dana Calsyn said:

    Hello!
    I need to add my thanks for your website! And maybe a product update – I just bought the Korres yoghurt veil as you listed above and it contains a lot of nonsense including avobenzone. So, perhaps they reformulated. Just FYI for your list.

    • 6.14.18
      15mins said:

      Doh! That’s not the info I had. I’ve just taken it off of the list. Thank you for the update!

  32. 6.16.18
    Dewi said:

    Hi, nice to see your helpful website, but I need your help too about the sunscreen i used. It’s from Think Baby spf 50.
    Is it safe for pregnancy?

    Here i put the ingredients:

    Purified water (0), aloe barbadensis leaf juice extract (0), capric caprylic triglycerides (0), sorbitan stearate (coconut based) (1), methyl abietate (pine wood resin) (0), vegetable glycerin (0), cetyl dimethicone (0), hydrogenated castor oil (0), magnesium sulfate (epsom salt) (0), sunflower oil (0), jojoba oil (0), ascorbic acid (vitamin C) (0), tocopherols (vitamin E) (1), olive oil (0), raspberry seed oil (0), cranberry seed oil (0), hyaluronic acid (made from vegetable) (0), glucose oxidase & lactoperoxidate (0), papaya (0).

    I’m afraid when I read magnesium sulfate, hyaluronic acid, cetyl dimethicone, capric caprylic triglycerides.

    Because I never heard it before

    I really need your help, is it really safe for pregnancy?
    Thank you so much

    • 6.16.18
      15mins said:

      This one is fine. Magnesium sulfate is just a salt of magnesium, hyaluronic acid isn’t even an acid, it is a large molecule that can’t penetrate down into the skin (though your skin makes it also so it is found in the skin) and attracts and holds on to water, so it is a moisturizer. The Cetyl dimethicone is a silicone used to help it feel slippery and aid in application, the capric caprylic triglycerides is derived from coconut and glycerin and also moisturizes.

  33. 6.16.18
    Amanda said:

    Hello! I feel like I search high and low for safe cosmetics. It can be discouraging. Thanks for your time. I’m from Canada and so I don’t have as easy as an access to American products. For pregnancy and nursing, what do you think about Burt’s bees BB cream :
    And how do I know even if one ingredient here is not safe ?

    It’s like a whole other language. I’ve tried to familiar myself with certain words to stay away from.but also get lost when it comes to natural and essential oil ingredients because there’s ones to avoid too. I find this a struggle and am happy to have your website as a resource.

    It says key ingredients:
    Medical Ingredients (Light Shade): Titanium Dioxide 5.3% and Zinc Oxide 7.0% Medical Ingredients (Light/Medium Shade): Titanium Dioxide 4.7% and Zinc Oxide 7.0% Medical Ingredients (Medium Shade): Titanium Dioxide 4.7% and Zinc Oxide 7.0% Inactive Ingredients (All Shades): Water, Glycerin, Decyl Oleate, Isoamyl Cocoate, Isoamyl Laurate, Octyldodecanol, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Alcohol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Stearic Acid, Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract, Beeswax, Jojoba Esters, Mica, Iron Oxides, Silica, Sorbitan Stearate, Stearyl Alochol, Behenyl Alcohol, Sodium Carboxymethyl C10-16 alkyl glucoside, lauryl glucoside, magnesium aluminum silicate, xanthan gum, citric acid, isostearic acid, lecithin, polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate, polyhydroxystearic acid, sodium phytate, trihydroxystearin, alumina, arachidyl alcohol, sorbic acid, alcohol denat., potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate, fragrance, phenoxyethanol.

    Read more at https://www.burtsbees.ca/product/bb-cream-with-spf-15/#I7P4dcXGWykllkJo.99

    • 6.16.18
      Amanda said:

      *the “read more” link came with the copy and paste, you don’t have to read more about the product unless you’re interested. Thanks!

      • 6.16.18
        15mins said:

        This looks safe to me! I think the Canadian version is likely the same as the US, it is one that I really like.

  34. 6.19.18
    Lele said:

    Hi Is this BB cream from MAC pregnancy safe? Active ingredients: Octinoxate, octisalate, oxybenzone, titanium dioxide.

    • 6.19.18
      15mins said:

      Nope, those are chemical sunscreens

  35. 6.20.18
    Ali said:

    Is the Dr. Jart BB cream still safe for use? I purchased it and love it but reading the ingredients, it contains Arbutin. Would you still recommend this product? Thank you so much for an amazing website!

    • 6.20.18
      15mins said:

      Thanks for catching that! Arbutin wasn’t on the list to avoid when I made this post (it’s pretty iffy being on there, but I added it because it is so close to hydroquinone, but isn’t the same). I just crossed it off of the list.

  36. 6.20.18
    Heather said:

    Hi there! I clicked on the link to purchase the Neutrogena Pure & Free sunscreen … the link actually takes you to the Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Face product on Amazon, not the Pure & Free. I didn’t realize until I received the product in the mail. Is the Sensitive Skin Face ok to use or should I return for the Pure & Free? Thanks!

    • 6.20.18
      15mins said:

      It’s the same product, it looks like they’ve updated the name/packaging, but the ingredient list is fine.

      Note, I have comment moderation set up on all of my posts, given the popularity of my site I can get thousands (literally) of people a day leaving spam comments, so I have it locked down. I would never be able to find actual people’s comments and answer questions otherwise, that’s why it didn’t autopublish 🙂

  37. 6.24.18
    Stephanie Quinn said:

    Hi, again thanks so much for helping us all with these posts and answering the comments! Could you tell me if these one is safe please? Thanks very much!

    Heliocare 360 Gel Oil-Free SPF 50:

    Aqua, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Arginine, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Disodium Phenyl Dibenzimidazole Tetrasulfonate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Titanium Dioxide (nano), Hexylene Glycol, C14-22 Alcohols, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Nylon-12 Myristyl Alcohol, Dipropylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Phenoxyethanol, Polypodium Leucotomos Leaf Extract, Ethylhexyl Ferulate, Ferulic Acid, Caffeic Acid, Physalis Angulata Extract, Ceteareth-25, Caprylyl Glycol, Melanin, Myristyl Glucoside, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Caprylyl Methicone, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/PVP Crosspolymer, Glycerin, Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Alumina, PPG-15 Stearyl Ether Benzoate, Disodium Ethylene Dicocamide PEG-15 Disulfate, Camelia Sinensis Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Xanthan Gum, Phytosphingosine HCL, Arabidopsis Thaliana Extract, Ethyl Lauroyl Arginate HCL, Panthenyl Triacetate, Parfum, Simethicone, Oxothiazolidine, Disodium EDTA, Silica, Ethyl Linoleate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Oleyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Lecithin, Sodium Benzoate, Tocopherol, Linalool, Limonene.

    And alumiermd

    • 6.24.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, this has chemical sunscreens and isn’t safe.

      • 6.24.18
        Steph said:

        Ok thanks for letting me know

  38. 7.3.18
    Tania said:

    Hi, what about the two products below? Many thanks in advance

    1) Bioderma Sensibio AR BB Cream:
    AQUA/WATER/EAU, GLYCERIN, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, DIMETHICONE, OCTOCRYLENE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891), HDI/TRIMETHYLOL HEXYLLACTONE CROSSPOLYMER, TITANIUM DIOXIDE, DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL, PEG-10 DIMETHICONE, SORBITOL, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, CYCLOHEXASILOXANE, CANOLA OIL, MANNITOL, XYLITOL, RHAMNOSE, LAMINARIA OCHROLEUCA EXTRACT, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, GLYCYRRHETINIC ACID, GLYCINE SOJA (SOYBEAN) GERM EXTRACT, GINKGO BILOBA LEAF EXTRACT, ALLANTOIN, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, IRON OXIDES (CI 77492), DIMETHICONE/POLYGLYCERIN-3 CROSSPOLYMER, SILICA, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, 1, 2-HEXANEDIOL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, TRIMETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, PROPYLENE CARBONATE, IRON OXIDES (CI 77499), PVP, SODIUM PHYTATE, SODIUM CITRATE, TOCOPHEROL, SODIUM CHLORIDE, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, IRON OXIDES (CI 77491), XANTHAN GUM, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, LECITHIN, CITRIC ACID, FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). [BI 670]

    2) Weleda Beauty Balm:
    Aqua, Simmondsia Chinesis Seed Oil, Mica, Alcohol, Galactoarabinan, Squalane, Behenyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Iris Germanica Root Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Destillate, Magnesium Aluminium Silicate, Xanthan Gum, Lactic Acid, Glyceryl Caprylate, Iron Oxides (CI 77491 / CI 77492 / CI 77499), Fragrance, Limonene, Linalool, Citronello, Benzyl Benzoate, Geraniol, Citral, Farnesol

    • 7.3.18
      15mins said:

      No to the Bioderma (chemical sunscreen), yes to the Weleda

      • 7.4.18
        Tania said:

        Thank you so much, this is very helpful!
        Did I understand correctly that Titanium Dioxide & Zinx Oxide are the physical suncsreens and therefore ok? Where can I find the most common chemical sunscreens (just to be informed also when it comes to other products)?

  39. 7.5.18
    Tania said:

    Hi, I am very sorry to bother you again. Unfortunatelly it turned out the Weleda product has no coverage and leave stains, so I had to look for another one… Could you please tell me if all the ingreduants in the product below are safe during pregnancy. Thank you so much, this is my last ask.

    Dr. Hauschka Tinted Day Cream
    Ingredients:
    Aqua, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Arachis Hypogaea Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Pyrus Cydonia Seed Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Glycerin, Anthyllis Vulneraria Extract, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Sorbitol, Cera Alba, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Hypericum Perforatum Flower/Leaf Extract, Olus Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower Cera, Triticum Vulgare Bran Extract, Parfum*, Limonene*, Linalool*, Citronellol*, Geraniol*, Coumarin*, Citral*, Benzyl Benzoate*, Farnesol*, Sodium Chloride, Zinc Stearate, Lanolin, Sucrose Polystearate, Glyceryl Caprate, Zinc Sulfate, Silica, Lecithin, Lactose, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77891.

    • 7.5.18
      15mins said:

      This looks ok to me. What a combination, it stains things but doesn’t give coverage? 🙁

      • 7.5.18
        Tania said:

        Great, thank you! Hopefully this one works better. Unfortunately I do not live in the US, so I cannot take advantage of your product list above, still trying to find a decent product here in Europe.
        Many thanks once again for your great help!

  40. 7.6.18
    Q said:

    Hello there,

    Thank you for the list!

    Would like to ask if these sunscreens are safe for pregnancy use.

    1) Neutrogena, Pure & Free Baby Sunscreen, SPF 60+
    Active Ingredients:
    Titanium Dioxide 8%, Zinc Oxide 6.8%
    Inactive Ingredients:
    Beeswax, BHT, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, dimethicone, dipropylene glycol dibenzoate, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax, octyldodecyl neopentanoate, ozorkerite, paraffin, phenyl trimethicone, polyethylene, polyhydroxystearic acid, PPG-15 stearyl ether benzoate, triethoxycaprylylsilane.

    2) Derma E, Natural Mineral Sunscreen, Sun Care, SPF 30
    Active Ingredient:
    Zinc Oxide 20%
    nactive Ingredients Purified water, coco-caprylate (coconut derived), dicaprylyl carbonate, lauryl glucoside (plant derived), polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, glycerin (vegetable derived), microcrystalline cellulose (plant derived), cellulose gum (plant derived), organic camellia sinensis (green tea) leaf extract*, panthenol (provitamin B5), sodium ascorbyl phosphate (vitamin C), tocopheryl acetate (vitamin E), phytic acid, triethoxycaprylysilane, polyhydroxystearic acid, xanthan gum, benzyl alcohol, ethylhexylglycerin, tocopherol.
    *Certified Organic Ingredients.

    About the same but abit different from what you have shared in the list.

    Thank you so much (in advance) 🙂

    • 7.6.18
      15mins said:

      These look ok!

  41. 7.9.18
    JEYANTHI RAM said:

    Hi

    thank you for all the information its very helpful.

    Can you please tell me if it is safe to use the

    1 – KIELH’S ULTRA FACIAL MOISTURIZER SPF 30

    2 – HUDA BEAUTY FAUX FILTER FOUNDATION

  42. 7.13.18
    Janet said:

    Hi there! Can you please comment on these two sun screens? Thanks so much in advance.

    La Roche-Posay Anthelios 50 Tinted Mineral Ultra Fluid Sunscreen:
    Water, Isododecane, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dimethicone, Undecane, Triethylhexanoin, Isohexadecane, Styrene/acrylates Copolymer, Nylon-12, Caprylyl Methicone, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Phenethyl Benzoate, Silica, Tridecane, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Talc, Dimethicone/PEG 10/15 Crosspolymer, Aluminum Stearate, Pentylene Glycol, C9-15 Fluoroalcohol Phosphate, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Stearic Acid, Diethylhexyl Sryingylidenemalonate, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Magnesium Sulfate, PEG-8 Laurate, PEG-9, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Maltodextrin, Benzoic Acid, Iron Oxides, Propylene Glycol, Propylene Carbonate, Caprylyl Glycol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Cassia Alata Leaf Extract, Alumina, Aluminum Hydroxide

    MDSOLARSCIENCES
    Mineral Tinted Crème Broad Spectrum SPF 30 UVA-UVB Sunscreen:
    -Titanium Dioxide 2% and Zinc Oxide 17%: Sunscreen.
    -Vitamin C: Helps brighten and repair signs of photo aging.
    -Green Tea Extract: Helps fight damage caused by free radicals.
    -Cranberry Fruit Extract: Helps restore skin’s radiance.
    -Pomegranate Extract: Boosts antioxidant and SPF protection and may have anti-aging effects on the skin.

    Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Isostearate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Silica, ButyloctylSalicylate, Polysilicone-15, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Iron Oxides, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Camellia Sinensis (GreenTea) Extract, Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Extract.

    • 7.14.18
      15mins said:

      The MDSolarSciences is ok, but the La Roche has a salicylate

  43. 7.15.18
    Jill Kindorf said:

    Thank you so much!

    SPF 30 Mineral Tinted Face Lotion – 1.7oz

    Titanium Dioxide 3.2%, Zinc Oxide 1.8%, Cyclopentasiloxane, Isopropyl Myristate, Polyamide-5, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Polysilicone-11, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Plankton Extract, Glycerin, Mica, Iron Oxides, Propylene Carbonate, Synthetic Wax, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Isopropyl Titianium Triisostearate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Silica Silylate.

    • 7.15.18
      15mins said:

      This is fine! What brand is it so others will know?

      • 7.15.18
        Jill Kindorf said:

        Sorry! Sun Bum!

  44. 7.16.18
    ANNE said:

    Hello!

    You’re website has been what I’ve been looking for for the past 2 years!!!! Thank god I found it!!!! Can I ask you about 1 product? Thank you so much for what you do!!!!!!!!!!

    Product: ENATURE Plantlicious UV Sunscreen SPF 48/PA+++

    Ingredients list:
    Thanaka, Seedsome (Safflower Oleosome), Aloe Vera
    ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE, HOMOSALATE, WATER, ALCOHOL, POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE, BUTYLOCTYL SALICYLATE, DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE, ISOAMYL p-METHOXYCINNAMATE, NIACINAMIDE, DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL, BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE, POLYSORBATE 60, SORBITAN OLEATE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, STEARIC ACID, DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, GLYCERETH-26, TROMETHAMINE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, GLYCERIN, FRAGRANCE, CARBOMER, BETULA PLATYPHYLLA JAPONICA JUICE, ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, LIMONIA ACIDISSIMA EXTRACT, XANTHAN GUM, PERILLA FRUTESCENS LEAF EXTRACT, RHODODENDRON CHRYSANTHUM LEAF EXTRACT, ADENOSINE, DISODIUM EDTA, CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS (SAFFLOWER) OLEOSOMES, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, POLYGLYCERYL-10 STEARATE, PANTHENOL, SODIUM ASCORBYL PHOSPHATE, GLYCERYL ARACHIDONATE, GLYCERYL LINOLENATE, BIOTIN, FOLIC ACID, PYRIDOXINE, CYANOCOBALAMIN

    • 7.16.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, there are chemical sunscreens

  45. 7.17.18
    Saige said:

    Hi! I just found out I’m pregnant, and I’m thrilled to have discovered your blog. Can you please let me know if the BIORE UV AQUA RICH WATERY ESSENCE SPF 50 is ok?

    Water, Alcohol, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, (Lauryl methacrylate / sodium methacrylate) crosspolymer, Alkyl benzoate (C12-15), Bisethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl triazine, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl triazone, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Dipropylene Glycol, Xylitol, Dextrin Palmitate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Polysilicone-9, Glyceryl Stearate, Aminomethyl propanol, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Agar, Isoceteth-20, C30-45 Alkyl Methicone, Polyvinyl alcohol, C30-45 Olefin, Sodium Hydroxide, Butylene Glycol, Propylene glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Royal Jelly Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Phenoxyethanol, EDTA 2Na, BHT, Fragrance.

    • 7.17.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, it has chemical sunscreens.

  46. 7.18.18
    Francesca said:

    Thank you so much for this website! It has been so helpful! Would Cosmedix Hydrate Plus be safe?

    Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide (7.02 %)

    Inactive Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Olivate, Glycerin, Cyclopentasiloxane, Sorbitan Olivate, Gluconolactone, Squalane, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Glyceryl Isostearate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Alcohol Denat., Tocopheryl Acetate (D-alpha), Beta-Glucan (D), Xanthan Gum, Astaxanthin, Tetrahydrodiferuloylmethane, Tetrahydrodemethoxydiferuloylmethane, Tetrahydrobisdemethoxydiferuloylmethane, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Aniba Rosaeodora (Rosewood) Wood Oil, Tocotrienols, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Tocopherol (D-alpha), Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Carbomer, Potassium Sorbate, Tetrasodium EDTA

    • 7.19.18
      15mins said:

      This is ok

      • 7.20.18
        Francesca said:

        Thank you so much!

  47. 7.19.18
    Paige said:

    Thank you for the information! Can you check the following sunscreen?

    NEOGEN DERMALOGY
    Day-Light Protection Sun Screen SPF 50 PA+++
    Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Zinc Oxide, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Hexanediol, Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Titanium Dioxide, Cetearyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract, Rubus Idaeus(Raspberry) Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Carbomer, Lippia Citriodora Leaf Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Angelica Archangelica Root Extract, Beta-Glucan, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Artemisia Absinthium Extract, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Alumina, Gentiana Lutea Root Extract, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil, Citrus Limon (Lomon) Fruit Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Cedrus Atlantica Wood Oil, Disodium Edta, Potassium Hydroxide, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis(Orange) Oil, Aluminum Stearate.

    • 7.19.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, it has chemical sunscreens

  48. 7.20.18
    Margaret said:

    Is this Clinique Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen Fluid for Face safe for pregnancy? Also, what is the acceptable percentage of each physical sunscreen in a product?

    Titanium Dioxide 3.2% , Zinc Oxide 2.0%
    Water, Dimethicone, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Methyl Trimethicone, Isononyl Isononanoat , Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Diethylhexyl Succinate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Butylene Glycol, Dipentaerythrityl Tri-Polyhydroxystearate, Lauryl Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Hydroxyapatite, Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/Pvp Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Glycol,, Dimethicone Silylate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer-3, Dipropylene Glycol, Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 Crosspolymer, Isostearic Acid, Silica, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Sodium Citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491)

    • 7.20.18
      15mins said:

      The % acceptable really isn’t something the consumer needs to worry about so much, just look at the SPF, check the ingredients to make sure there is full spectrum UV coverage, and look for the term “broad spectrum” which will indicate that there is adequate coverage for most of that spectrum, rather than all being concentrated in part of the UV spectrum.

      Unfortunately this product has a salicylate so I wouldn’t recommend it for pregnancy.

  49. 7.22.18
    Sondra Law said:

    Hi there! How about:

    Shiseido Ultimune Power Infusing Concentrate

    Water, Sd Alcohol 40-B (Alcohol Denat.), Glycerin, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Peg/Ppg-17/4 Dimethyl Ether, Triethylhexanoin, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Peg-14m, Methylparaben, Tocopheryl Acetate, Peg/Ppg-14/7 Dimethyl Ether, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Fragrance, Disodium Edta, Potassium Hydroxide, Silica, Isoceteth-10, Linalool, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract (Ginkgo Biloba), Geraniol, Citronellol, Sodium Carboxymethyl Beta-Glucan, Bht, Thymus Serpillum Extract, Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract, Sodium Bicarbonate.

    • 7.23.18
      15mins said:

      This is ok

  50. 7.23.18
    Rianka Nindyputri said:

    Hi.. how about this
    •Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Cream
    Aqua (water), Titanium Dioxide, Methyl Trimethicone, Caprylyl Methicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Pentylene Glycol, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Stearic Acid, Talc, HDI/Trimetylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Alumina, Isododecane, Phenoxyethanol, Acrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer, Magnesium Sulfate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Potassium Sorbate, C9-15 Fluoroalcohol Phosphate, Parfum (Fragrance), Disteardimonium Hectorite, Aluminium Hydroxide, Silica, Propylene Carbonate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dimethicone, Gossypium Arboreum (Cotton) Leaf Cell Extract, Rosa Alba Leaf Cell Extract, Biosaccharide Gum-1 (+/-(May contain) CI 77007 (Ultramarines), CI 77491, CI 77492 (Iron Oxides), CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), Mica)

    Thanks

    • 7.23.18
      15mins said:

      This is fine. I’ve been thinking about trying this one, I have a ton of Chanel that I love. Let me know how it is!

      • 7.30.18
        Rianka Nindyputri said:

        It’s great, but not for oily skin.
        I think this product is already discontinued tho.
        You should try the vitalumiere aqua, that one is my fav.
        The coverage is so light but it makes your skin glowing naturally.

  51. 7.23.18
    Andrea said:

    Thank you so much for your post! It’s a life saver. I was wondering about the EltaMd UV Clear Broad Spectrum SPF 46. I saw other eltamd products on your list, but not this one. Here are the ingredients.

    Active Ingredients: 9.0% Zinc oxide, 7.5% Octinoxate

    Inactive Ingredient: Purified Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Niacinamide, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium
    Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polyisobutene, PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Lactic Acid, Oleth-3 Phosphate, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene Glycol, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane

    • 7.23.18
      15mins said:

      This one has a chemical sunscreen and isn’t safe.

  52. 7.25.18
    CHLOE said:

    HI there,

    Please can you let me know if the below product is ok for pregancy?
    Elizabeth Arden Prevage City Smart

    Cyclopentasiloxane, Water/Aqua/Eau, Isododecane, Dimethicone, Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Isopropyl Myristate, Pentylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Caprylyl Methicone, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Acrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer, Glycerin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Carnosine, Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer, Arabidopsis Thaliana Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium Edta, Ergothioneine, Ferulic Acid, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Hydroxydecyl Ubiquinoyl Dipalmitoyl Glycerate, Lecithin, Mica, Micrococcus Lysate, Parfum/Fragrance, Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone, Plankton Extract, Sodium Pca, Tin Oxide, TocopherylAcetate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Linalool, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891).

    Thanks

    • 7.25.18
      15mins said:

      This looks ok to me

      • 10.16.18
        jovie said:

        hi dear, please check this one for me…it will be much appreciated..thank you so much =)

        Product Description
        iWhite Korea Whitening Vita Facial Cream is an all-around face cream with natural active ingredients that give you three essential benefits for a complete day care protection:

        Whitening – with Mulberry Extract to evenly whiten the skin.
        Dual UV Protection – with Titanium Dioxide to protect skin from harmful UV rays that cause cellular damage and premature aging.
        Makeup Base – with Panax Ginseng and Vitamins A, C, & E to shield skin from free-radical damage while leaving it silky smooth so your makeup sets perfectly on your skin.

        iWhite Korea Whitening Vita Facial Cream is refined by Bio-Nanotechnology which gives ingredients increased potency in order to effectively take care of your skin.

        Directions for Use: Apply on a cleansed and moisturized skin. Blend well to ensure even application. Ideal for all types of makeup.

        Active Ingredients: Mulberry Root Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, and Titanium Dioxide

        Also Contains: Water, Glycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Acetate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Dimethicone, Sodium Hyaluronate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Ascorbic Acid, Methylparaben, Fragrance, Disodium EDTA

        • 10.17.18
          15mins said:

          I would avoid this due to Retinyl Acetate and Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate.

  53. 7.27.18
    Sylvia A said:

    Thank you for the post!
    It helps me to be aware of my skincare and makeup ingredients. Makes me wondering why not all companies make a research for a baby-safe products sigh.

    Can you please tell me of this Innisfree Eco natural green tea BB cream SPF29 PA++ safe during pregnancy?

    Water, Titanium Dioxide, Dicaprylyl Ether, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Zinc Oxide, Sorbitan Isostearate, Coconut Oil, Trihydroxystearin, Yellow Iron Oxides, The green Tea Seed Oil, Rice Powder, Lauroyl Lysine, Sodium Chloride, Silica, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Alumina, Stearic Acid, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Black Iron Oxides, Red Iron Oxides, Fragrance The green Tea Seed Oil 100ppm

    • 7.28.18
      15mins said:

      This looks ok to me!

  54. 7.27.18
    Siobhan said:

    Thank you so much for providing this as a resource! It has been so helpful during this pregnancy. I wanted to ask if you thought if this new BareMinerals product is pregnancy-safe:
    BareMinerals COMPLEXION RESCUE DEFENSE™ RADIANT PROTECTIVE VEIL
    Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide 3.28% , Zinc Oxide 12.48%. Inactive Ingredients: Water, C9-12 Alkane, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Glycerin, Peg-32, Peg-6, Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate, Polysorbate 60, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Bupleurum Falcatum Root Extract, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract, Hypericum Erectum Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Ceramide Np, Manganese Pca, Butylene Glycol, Succinoglycan, Biosaccharide Gum-4, Bisabolol, Allantoin, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Aminopropyl Dimethicone, Lauryl Betaine, Cetyl Stearate, Isostearyl Isostearate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Decyl Isostearate, Polyquaternium-51, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Mica, Cellulose Gum, Silica, Sodium Pca, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Decyl Glucoside, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Cetyl Alcohol, Isohexadecane, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Sorbitan Oleate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate, Sodium Methyl Stearoyl Taurate, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, T-Butyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 80, Disodium Edta, Dimethylacrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Crosspolymer, Polysilicone-11, Disodium Phosphate, Isostearic Acid, Sodium Citrate, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Stearic Acid, Citric Acid, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tocopherol, Tin Oxide, Alcohol, Fragrance, Limonene, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol. May Contain (+/-): Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides.”

    • 7.31.18
      15mins said:

      This is fine

  55. 7.28.18
    Divya said:

    Hi,

    Thank you so much for the post and all this great information… Helps a lot!

    Kindly could you let me know if the Innisfree Daily UV Protection Cream No Sebum SPF35 PA+++ is safe during pregnancy?

    Ingredients:
    Cyclopentasiloxane, Water, Zinc Oxide (Ci 77947), Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Peg-10 Dimethicone, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Silica, Mica (Ci 77019), Dipropylene Glycol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Glycerin, Cyclomethicone, Magnesium Sulfate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Aluminum Stearate, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Methicone, Stearoyl Inulin, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Fragrance, Caprylyl Glycol, Propanediol, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Glyceryl Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dimethicone, Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Cellulose Gum, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Iron Oxides (Ci 77499), Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Leaf Extract, Opuntia Coccinellifera Fruit Extract, Camellia Japonica Leaf Extract, Orchid Extract, Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate

    Thanks a bunch in advance!

    • 7.30.18
      15mins said:

      looks ok!

  56. 7.30.18
    Siobhan said:

    Hello!

    Thank you so much for providing this resource to us pregnant ladies. I was wondering if you think this new product from BareMinerals is safe:
    BAREMINERALS Complexion Rescue Defense Radiant Protective Veil Broad Spectrum SPF 30

    Ingredients

    Active: Titanium Dioxide 3.28% , Zinc Oxide 12.48%.

    Inactive:

    Water, C9-12 Alkane, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Glycerin, PEG-32, PEG-6, Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate, Polysorbate 60, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Bupleurum Falcatum Root Extract, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract, Hypericum Erectum Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Ceramide Np, Manganese Pca, Butylene Glycol, Succinoglycan, Biosaccharide Gum-4, Bisabolol, Allantoin, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Aminopropyl Dimethicone, Lauryl Betaine, Cetyl Stearate, Isostearyl Isostearate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Decyl Isostearate, Polyquaternium-51, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Mica, Cellulose Gum, Silica, Sodium Pca, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Decyl Glucoside, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Cetyl Alcohol, Isohexadecane, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Sorbitan Oleate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate, Sodium Methyl Stearoyl Taurate, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, T-Butyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 80, Disodium EDTA, Dimethylacrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Crosspolymer, Polysilicone-11, Disodium Phosphate, Isostearic Acid, Sodium Citrate, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Stearic Acid, Citric Acid, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tocopherol, Tin Oxide, Alcohol, Fragrance, Limonene, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol. May Contain: Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides.

    • 7.30.18
      15mins said:

      This is fine

      • 7.31.18
        Siobhan said:

        Thank you!

  57. 7.31.18
    Citra said:

    HELLO!

    Couldn’t thank you more for this helpful website 🙂

    I recently bought a new product from SUPERGOOP SMOOTH &PORELESS 100% Mineral Matte screen SPF40.

    Active Ingredient: Zinc oxide 17%, Titanium Dioxide 0.7%

    Inactive Ingredient:
    Cyclopentasiloxane, Coco-Caprylate, Isododecane, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Cyclohexasiloxane, Tocopheryl Acetate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Dimethicone, Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Water (Aqua), Isostearic Acid, Cyclotetrasiloxane, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Bisabolol, Alumina, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Buddleja Officinalis Flower Extract, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Hydrangea Arborescens Root Extract, Morus Alba Root Extract, Polysorbate 20, Resveratrol, Scutellaria Lateriflora Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Pentapeptide-21, Cyclopentasiloxane, coco-carylate,isododecane.

    Please kindly advise. Thanks again for your time 🙂

    • 7.31.18
      15mins said:

      This looks good!

  58. 8.2.18
    Kristen said:

    Hello!

    Could you please advise on Skin79 Pink Beauty Balm? Ingredients:

    Water, Propylene Glycol, Cyclomethicone, Dimethicone, Titanium Dioxide, Isopropyl Palmitate, Talc, Butylene Glycol, Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Sweet Almond Oil, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Stearate/Rosinate, Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone, Portulaca Oleracea, Trihydroxystearin, Glycosyl Trehalose, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Talc, Methicone, Methylparaben, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance, Zinc Oxide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Silica, Propylparaben, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Citrus Unshiu, Schisandra Chinensis, Lycium Chinense, Helianthus Annuus, Ivy Extract, Caviar, Camellia Sinensis, Aloe Barbadensis, Iron Oxides, Peg-8/Smdi Copolymer, Peg-8, Butylparaben, Aluminum Stearate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceramide Iii, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Bht, Nelumbo Nucifera, Vinyldimethicone, Adenosine, Triclosan, Phytic Acid, Cholesterol, Ubiquinone, Gold, Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Madecassoside, Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract, Piper Methysticum Leaf/Root/Stem Extract

    Wow you are amazing – thank you for your time!!

    • 8.3.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, this has chemical sunscreens

  59. 8.2.18
    Jessica said:

    Hi thank you so much for writing this post. Is the new It Cosmetics Matte CC cream safe during pregnancy?

    IT COSMETICS
    Your Skin But Better CC+ Cream Oil-Free Matte with SPF 40

    -Collagen: Supports skin elasticity for a youthful, smooth appearance.
    -Peptides: Help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and support natural collagen for the look of smoother, firmer skin.
    -Niacin: Promotes a more even appearance and helps combat the look of blemishes and hyperpigmentation.
    -Antioxidants: Reduce and protect against free radical damage, which can cause skin inflammation and aging.

    Water, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Butylene Glycol, Titanium Dioxide [Nano] / Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone, Snail Secretion Filtrate, Sodium Chloride, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Sorbitan Isostearate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Hexyl Laurate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Triethyl Citrate, Ethyl Hexanediol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium Edta, Canadian Colloidal Clay, Moroccan Lava Clay, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract / Oat Kernel Extract, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Curcuma Longa Root Extract / Turmeric Root Extract, Sulfur, Cholesterol, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water, Perfluorohexane, Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract / Avocado Fruit Extract, Maltodextrin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract / Grape Seed Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract / Willow Bark Extract, Magnolia Kobus Bark Extract, Chrysanthemum Indicum Flower Extract, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Glycine Soja Sprout Extract / Soybean Sprout Extract, Perfluorodecalin, Serica Extract / Silk Extract, Hydrolyzed Silk, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Perfluoromethylcyclopentane, Citric Acid, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract, Morus Alba Fruit Extract, Steareth-20, Melaleuca Alternifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract – Tea Tree Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Juice, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Ethylhexylglycerin, Charcoal Powder, Lactobacillus/Honeysuckle Flower/Licorice Root/Morus Alba Root/Pueraria Lobata Root/Schisandra Chinensis Fruit/Scutellaria Baicalensis Root/Sophora Japonica Flower Extract Ferment Filtrate, Chlorhexidine Digluconate, N-Hydroxysuccinimide, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Chrysin, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, [+/- May Contain: Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499 / Iron Oxides, Ci 77891 / Titanium Dioxide].

    • 8.3.18
      15mins said:

      I reviewed that product here, and as I stated in that post it isn’t pregnancy safe, it has salicylates and willow bark.

  60. 8.3.18
    SRC said:

    A friend highly recommended MISSHA Mild Essence Sun Milk SPF 50/PA+++ but I wanted to double check pregnancy safety based on ingredients:

    Helichrysum Arenarium Extract, Alcohol Denat., Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Octocrylene, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Butylene Glycol, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Silica, Althaea Rosea Root Extract, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Rosa Davurica Bud Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Abronia Villosa Leaf Extract, Cinchona Succirubra Bark Extract, Rhodiola Rosea Root Extract, Psidium Guajava Leaf Extract, Limonia Acidissima Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract, Morus Alba Fruit Extract, Artemisia princeps Leaf Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Chrysanthemum Indicum Flower Extract, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Prunus Mume Flower Extract, Calendula officinalis flower water, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Water, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Water, Dimethicone, Nylon-12, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer,. BHT, Sodium Hydroxide, Betaine, Caprylyl Methicone, Methoxy PEG/PPG-25/4 Dimethicone, Bis- PEG/PPG-20/5 PEG/PPG- 20/5 Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Disodium EDTA, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Fragrance

    • 8.3.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, I would recommend saving this for after pregnancy due to the chemical sunscreens

  61. 8.16.18
    Meg said:

    Hi again! How about these BB creams??

    COOLA Rōsilliance™ Organic BB+ Cream SPF 30 —
    Titanium Dioxide 5.6% : Delivers broad-spectrum sun protection.
    Aluminum Hydroxide Octyldodecyl Oleate, Caprylohydroxamic acid Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil*, Caprylyl Glycol Plankton Extract, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil*, Propanediol Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Water*, Rosa Damascena Leaf Cell Extract, Cocoglycerides Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract*, Commiphora Myrrha Leaf Cell Extract Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract*, Water, Dicaprylyl Carbonate Xanthan Gum, Euterpe Oleracea Pulp Oil*, Flavor, Glycerin*, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Extract*, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil*, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein / PVP Crosspolymer, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Iron Oxides, Mica. *Certified Organic.

    PETER THOMAS ROTH Skin to Die For™ Mineral-Matte CC Cream SPF 30 —
    zinc oxide 10.50% and titanium dioxide 13.52%
    Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Isododecane, Dimethicone, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Glycerin, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Hexyl Laurate, Cetyl PEG/PPG 10/1 Dimethicone, Cyclohexasiloxane, Kaolin, Magnesium Sulfate, Nylon-12, Phenyl Trimethicone, Sorbitan, Isostearate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Stearic Acid, Alumina, Phenoxyethanol, Silica Silylate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polysilicone-11, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Mica, Disodium EDTA, Silica, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499).

    Thank you SO MUCH CHRISTINE!! <3 <3 <3

    • 8.17.18
      15mins said:

      Both look ok!

  62. 8.18.18
    CMD said:

    Hello, I love this blog! Thank you so much. I cut out all mum retinal products as soon as I found out I was pregnant but recently took a closure look at my tinted moisturizer with SPF. Could you please take a look at these two brands I use? I googled resveratrol and discovered it’s in both these products I use. Wondering your opinion, please?

    Andalou Naturals BB SPF 30
    Key Ingredients
    Resveratrol, CoQ10, PhytoCellTec® Malus Domestica Apple and Solar Vitis Grape Fruit Stem Cells

    Ingredients
    ACTIVE INGREDIENTS:
    Zinc Oxide 20.0%

    INGREDIENTS:
    Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice*, Purified Water (Aqua), Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides, Vegetable Glycerin, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil*, Polyglyceryl-2 Oleate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil*, Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Seed Oil*, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Dimethicone, Magnesium Sulfate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Fruit Stem Cells (Malus Domestica, Solar Vitis) and BioActive Berry Complex*, Sodium Hyaluronate, Resveratrol, Ubiquinone (CoQ10), Borago Officinalis (Borage) Seed Oil*, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract*, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch*, Camellia Sinensis (White Tea) Leaf Extract*†, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract*†, Tocopherol, Iron Oxides, Phenethyl Alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil*

    Paula’s Choice Super Light Wrinkle Defence SPF 30
    Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide 13% (broad-spectrum sunscreen agent).
    Other Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Cyclopentasiloxane (hydration), PEG-12 Dimethicone (texture enhancer), PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone (texture enhancer), Lauroyl Lysine (skin-conditioning agent),Sodium Chloride (stabilizer), Trihydroxystearin (texture-enhancing), Dimethicone Crosspolymer ( suspending agent), Resveratrol (antioxidants), Quercetin (antioxidants), Epigallocatechin Gallate (antioxidants), Tocopheryl Acetate (vitamin E/antioxidant), Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (vitamin C/antioxidant), Adenosine (skin-restoring), Bisabolol (skin-soothing), Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract (skin-soothing), Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Extract (antioxidant), Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract (astaxanthin/antioxidant), Hydrolyzed Corn Starch (texture-enhancing/mattifying agent), Polysorbate 80 (texture-enhancing), Hydrated Silica (texture-enhancing/mattifying agent), Triethoxycaprylylsilane (texture enhancer), C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (emollient texture enhancer), Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate (texture enhancer), Caprylyl Glycol (preservatives), Hexylene Glycol (preservatives), Ethylhexylglycerin (preservatives), Iron Oxide (CI77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Phenoxyethanol (preservatives).

    • 8.19.18
      15mins said:

      I think Resveratrol is fine actually. The first one looks ok, but I would avoid the 2nd due to the Willow Bark, which has a lot of salicylates in it.

  63. 8.21.18
    Vee said:

    Hi <3, thank you so much for your effort in making all the pregnancy lists. it has been really helpful to me! It's kinda hard to get the sunscreen lists that you suggested in my city. So I was wondering whether Dr Jart Recover / Color Correcting Treatment SPF 30 is okay to use?

    Thank you so much beforehand!

    the ingredients:
    Water, Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Isononyl Isononanoate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Beeswax/Cire D'abeille, Glycerin, Diethylhexyl Carbonate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Niacinamide, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Pan-Thenol, Diglycerin, Iron Oxides, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethi- Cone Crosspolymer, Isododecane, Ethylene/Methacrylate Copolymer, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer, Sclerotium Gum, Sodium Benzoate, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Chromium Oxide Greens, Triethyl Citrate, Potassium Sorbate, Fragaria Vesca (Strawberry) Leaf Extract, Disodium EDTA, BHT, Alcohol, Asiaticoside, Aden- Osine, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Boron Nitride, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, 1,2- Hexanediol, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Propanediol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Gentiana Lutea Root Extract, Artemisia Absinthium Extract, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Polysorbate 20, Aniba Rosodora (Rosewood) Wood Oil, Sodium Glycerophosphate, Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract, Potassium Magnesium Aspartate, Citric Acid, Calcium Gluconate, Madecassoside, Magnesium Gluconate, Centella Asiatica Meristem Cell Culture, Xanthan Gum, Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide.

    • 8.21.18
      15mins said:

      This is fine

  64. 8.22.18
    Stephanie Friedman said:

    Is this safe?

    COOLA
    Classic Face Sport SPF 50 – White Tea

    -Avobenzone 3%, Octinoxate 6.2%: Deliver broad-spectrum sun protection.

    Acacia Farnesiana (ORGANIC Acacia) Extract, AcrylatesCopolymer, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract (ORGANIC), Camellia Sinensis LeafExtract (ORGANIC), Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Carthamus Tinctorius(Safflower) Oleosomes, Cirtus Aurantium Dulcis (ORGANIC Orange) Fruit Water,Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Euterpe Oleracea (ORGANIC Acai) Fruit Oil, Flavor, FragariaVesca (ORGANIC Strawberry) Fruit Extract, Glycerin (ORGANIC), Helianthus Annuus(ORGANIC Sunflower) Seed Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Linum Usitatissimum (ORGANICLinseed) Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis (ORGANIC Evening Primrose) Oil, PlanktonExtract, Salvia Hispanica (ORGANIC Chia) Seed Oil, Trisodium EthylenediamineDisuccinate, Water, Xanthan Gum.

    • 8.23.18
      15mins said:

      No, this has chemical sunscreens

  65. 8.24.18
    Grace Monica said:

    Hi! We are trying to conceive and I was just curious if these sunscreen would be ok?

    Mineral UV Filters SPF 15 with Antioxidants
    Aqua (Water), Cyclopentasiloxane, Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide, Glycerin, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hexyl Laurate, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Astaxanthin, Disodium Uridine Phosphate, Ethyl Ferulate, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract, Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract, Picea Mariana Bark Extract, Arginine, Aspartic Acid, Glycine, Alanine, Serine, Valine, Isoleucine, Proline, Threonine, Histidine, Phenylalanine, Sodium PCA, PCA, Sodium Lactate, Glucose, Maltose, Fructose, Trehalose, Urea, Allantoin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Linoleic Acid, Oleic Acid, Phytosteryl Canola Glycerides, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Isochrysis Galbana Extract, Lysolecithin, Lecithin, Triolein, Pentylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Polyglyceryl-5 Trioleate, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Tocopherol, Alumina, Citric Acid, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin.

    Krave Beauty Beet the Sun
    Aqua solv, Butyloctyl Salicylate solv, Dibutyl Adipate emo|solv, Beet Root Extract(50 000Ppm) goodie aox|h, Ethanol icky amic|solv|vc, Diethylaminobutoxybenzoylhexyl Benzoate goodie sunsc, Bis-Heptyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyltriazine goodie sunsc, Ethylhexyl Triazone goodie sunsc, Glycerin goodie sii|h|perf|vc 0 0, Pentylene Glycol solv|h, Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate sunsc, Polysilicone-15 sunsc, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate surf|emu, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Acrylate/ Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer vc, Acrylates/ C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer vc, Tromethamine buff, Methylpropanediol solv, Isohexadecane emo|solv, Caprylyl Glycol h|emo, Glyceryl Caprylate emo|emu, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, 1,2-Hexanediol solv, Polysorbate 80 emu|surf, Sorbitan Oleate emu, Ethylhexyl Glycerin pres, Allantoin goodie so 0 0, Epigallocatechin Gallate superstar aox|so, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate goodie aox|aacne, Butylene Glycol h|solv 0 1, Resveratrol

    Thankyou!

    • 8.24.18
      15mins said:

      The first is fine but not the second

  66. 8.25.18
    Carolina A Grullon said:

    Hi! Can you tell me is the Origins Spf 40 Energy Boosting Tinted Moisturizer is safe to use while pregnant?

    Ingredients: Octinoxate 7.5% , Octisalate 2.0% , Octocrylene 2.0% , Titanium Dioxide 3.0% , Zinc Oxide 3.0%Ingredients: Water\Aqua\Eau , Butylene Glycol , Cetyl Alcohol , Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate , C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate , Dimethicone , Laureth-4 , Polyethylene , Peg-100 Stearate , Hydrogenated Lecithin , Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil*, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil*, Mentha Viridis (Spearmint) Leaf Oil*, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil*, Limonene, Linalool, Citral , Garcinia Mangostana Peel Extract , Panax Ginseng (Ginseng) Root Extract , Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Flower Wax , Castanea Sativa (Chestnut) Seed Extract , Psidium Guajava (Guava) Fruit Extract , Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Flower Water , Laminaria Saccharina Extract , Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Extract , Adenosine Phosphate , Pantethine , Creatine , Hordeum Vulgare (Barley) Extract\Extrait D’Orge , Folic Acid , Tourmaline , Cordyceps Sinensis Extract , Ethylhexylglycerin , Acetyl Carnitine Hcl , Caffeine , Rhodochrosite , Sodium Hyaluronate , Isopropyl Myristate , Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer , Trehalose , Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax , Pvp/Hexadecene Copolymer , Squalane , Caprylyl Glycol , Tocopheryl Acetate , Yeast Extract\Faex\Extrait De Levure , Isostearic Acid , Polymethyl Methacrylate , Dimethicone Silylate , Polyhydroxystearic Acid , Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate , Nylon-12 , Xanthan Gum , Hexylene Glycol , Polysorbate 60 , Silica , Bht , Phenoxyethanol , Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499) , Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891) * Essential Oil

    • 8.25.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, that isn’t safe with chemical sunscreens

  67. 8.30.18
    Amanda said:

    Hello, I know you made a big list of products by Khiels’s safe for pregnancy, but can I please ask you to confirm if KHIEL’S SUPER FLUID UV MINERAL DEFENSE SPF 50 is safe for pregnancy? I pasted the ingredients below.

    ACTIVE INGREDIENT
    TITANIUM DIOXIDE 15.00%

    COSMETIC INGREDIENTS
    WATER
    ISODODECANE
    DIMETHICONE
    C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE
    UNDECANE
    STYRENE/ACRYLATES COPOLYMER
    CAPRYLYL METHICONE
    NYLON-12
    BUTYLOCTYL SALICYLATE
    PHENETHYL BENZOATE
    DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE
    SILICA
    TRIETHYLHEXANOIN
    ISOHEXADECANE
    TRIDECANE
    DICAPRYLYL ETHER
    TALC
    DIMETHICONE/PEG-10/15 CROSSPOLYMER
    ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE
    STEARIC ACID
    PENTYLENE GLYCOL
    PEG-9 POLYDIMETHYLSILOXYETHYL DIMETHICONE
    IRON OXIDES
    ALUMINUM STEARATE
    PEG-8 LAURATE
    PHENOXYETHANOL
    MAGNESIUM SULFATE
    CAPRYLYL GLYCOL
    ALUMINA
    POLYHYDROXYSTEARIC ACID
    DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE
    TOCOPHEROL
    PROPYLENE CARBONATE
    BENZOIC ACID
    DISODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE
    PEG-9

    • 8.30.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, this isn’t safe

  68. 8.30.18
    Nurhayu said:

    Hi! Can you tell me Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Flawless Future spf 30 safe to use during pregnancy? Here are the ingredients :

    Water/Aqua/Eau, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, PEG-20 Stearate, Butylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Octyldodecanol, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Adenosine, Caprylyl Glycol, Caramel, Carbomer, Ceramide 1, Ceramide 3, Ceramide 6 LI, Cholesterol, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Fucose, Glucose, Glucuronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein, Kefiran, Mica, Parfum/Fragrance, Phytosphingosine, Potassium Hydroxide, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Xanthan Gum, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Benzyl Salicylate, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Limonene, Linalool, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Red 40 (Ci 16035), Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891).

    • 8.31.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, this has salicylates

  69. 9.1.18
    Angie said:

    Hi, I wanted to know how safe is this product fornpregnancy.

    CoverGirl Smoothers BB Cream Tinted Moisturizer + Sunscreen SPF 21

    Ingredients
    Active Ingredients: Octinoxate (6%), Zinc Oxide (3.0%)
    Inactive Ingredients: Water, Glycerin, Isohexadecane, Isopropyl Palmitate, Oleth 3 Phosphate, Sucrose Polycottonseedate, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, DMDM Hydantoin, Steareth 21, Steareth 2, Stearyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, Talc, Polyacrylamide, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Panthenol, C13 14 Isoparaffin, Disodium EDTA, BHT, Beta Carotene (Vitamin A), Methicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Laureth 7, Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides

    Thank you for having this page!

    • 9.1.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, this has chemical sunscreens

  70. 9.3.18
    Nurhayu said:

    Hi! Can you tell me Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Flawless Future spf 30 safe to use during pregnancy? Here are the ingredients :

    Water/Aqua/Eau, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, PEG-20 Stearate, Butylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Octyldodecanol, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Adenosine, Caprylyl Glycol, Caramel, Carbomer, Ceramide 1, Ceramide 3, Ceramide 6 LI, Cholesterol, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Fucose, Glucose, Glucuronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein, Kefiran, Mica, Parfum/Fragrance, Phytosphingosine, Potassium Hydroxide, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Xanthan Gum, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Benzyl Salicylate, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Limonene, Linalool, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Red 40 (Ci 16035), Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891).

    • 9.3.18
      15mins said:

      I would avoid this due to the Benzyl Salicylate

  71. 9.3.18
    Jessica said:

    Hi. Thank you for your posts, it’s very helpful. I would like to seek for your advice for whether these 2 products are safe for pregnancy:

    SEKKISEI White BB Cream SPF40/PA+++ ingredients:
    Water, dimethicone, titanium dioxide, alcohol, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, ethylhexyl palmitate, PEG-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol, lauryl PEG-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, phenyl trimethicone, iron oxide, isotridecyl isononanoate, talc, disteardimonium hectorite, diethylamino, hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, polymethylsilsesquinoxane, sasa veitchii leaf extract, angelica acutilobaroot extract, tocopherol, coix lacryma-jobi (job’s tears), seed extract, carthamus tinctorius (safflower) flower extract, melothria heterophylla root extract, butylene glycol, bht alumina, glycerin, silica, dimethicone, sorbitan, sesquioleate, isopropyl titanium triisostearate, triethoxycaprylylsilane, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol, methoxyphenyl triazine, polyglyceryl-10 laurate, sodium chloride, hydrated silica, phenoxyethanol, methylparaben, fragrance, aluminum hydroxide

    Thank you

    • 9.3.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, this has chemical sunscreens.

      • 9.3.18
        Jessica said:

        Thank you so much for your reply, oh no, i already using it for the past 3 months (now i’m 13 weeks pregnant).. Should i worried about it? i mean is that chemical have a big impact for my baby? i will stop using it from now on.

        • 9.4.18
          15mins said:

          I wouldn’t lose sleep over it, I’d just switch to something else. Many of the things we say to avoid have theoretical harm and haven’t been proven to be safe, so we say to avoid them. Most women don’t think about this at all for their entire pregnancy.

          • 9.5.18
            Jessica said:

            Thank you so much, your words makes me less worried. ^^ Could you please check about this:

            CosRX Advanced Snail 92 all in one Cream:

            Snail Secretion Filtrate, Betaine, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Olivate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Olivate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearic acid, Arginine, Dimethicone, Carbomer, Panthenol, Allantoin, Sodium Polyacrylate, Xanthan Gum, Ethyl Hexanediol, Adenosine, Phenoxyethanol.

            Thank you!

          • 9.6.18
            15mins said:

            There hasn’t been any information regarding safety of snail secretion for pregnancy, so I always hesitate when it is on an ingredient list. The other ingredients look safe, but really this is up to you how comfortable you feel with the secretion.

  72. 9.3.18
    kris said:

    Hi. I would like to ask if these two producst are safe for pregnant?

    1. Maybelline Fashion Brow 3D Palette

    INGREDIENTS: Ricinus communs oil, Castor Seed Oil, Candelilla Cera, Candelilla wax, Talc, Octyldodocenaol, Silica Dimethyl, Silylate, VP/Hexadecene Copolymer, Cera Alba/Beeswax, Nylon-12, Stearyl Stearate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Paraffin, BHT Stearic Acid, Behenic Acid, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Talc Zea Mays Starch/Corn Starch, Zinc Stearate, Dimethicone, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Isopropyl Isostearate Pentaerythrityl, Tetraisostearate, Zeolite, Cprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol Sorbic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hexylene Glyocl Panthenol

    2. Maybelline Fashion Brow Cream Pen

    INGREDIENTS: STEARIC ACID, RHUS SUCCEDANEA FRUIT CERA/ RHUS SUCCEDANEA FRUIT WAX, HYDROGENATED MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX, POLYBUTENE, CERESIN, TALC, HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL, CERA MICROCRISTALLINA/MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX, SILICA, TOCOPHEROL, ASCORBYL PALMITATE, (+/_ MAY CONTAIN CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499/ IRON OXIDES, CI 77891/ TITANIUM DIOXIDE)

    • 9.9.18
      15mins said:

      Both look ok!

  73. 9.4.18
    Andrea M said:

    Hello!
    Please can you tell me if this is safe During pregnancy?

    Clinique
    Dramatically different tm moisturizing gel

    Ingredients:
    Water\Aqua\Eau , Dimethicone , Isododecane , Butylene Glycol , Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane , Glycerin , Laminaria Saccharina Extract , Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract , Saccharomyces Lysate Extract , Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract , Hordeum Vulgare (Barley) Extract\Extrait D’Orge , Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seedcake , Caffeine , Trehalose , Sodium Hyaluronate , Tocopheryl Acetate , Polysilicone-11 , Silica , Propylene Glycol Dicaprate , Oleth-10 , Lactobacillus Ferment , Laureth-23 , Laureth-4 , Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer , Carbomer , Caprylyl Glycol , Hexylene Glycol , Tromethamine , Disodium Edta , Phenoxyethanol , Yellow 5 (Ci 19140) , Red 4 (Ci 14700) , Yellow 6 (Ci 15985)

    • 9.4.18
      15mins said:

      This looks fine! Let me know how you like it, I’ve been thinking about buying it.

  74. 9.9.18
    rox said:

    hello!

    Can you help tell me if this sunscreen is safe?

    Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen
    Dimethicone, Water, Alcohol, Zinc Oxide, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Isopropyl Myristat, Talc, Isododecane, Octocrylene, POLYBUTYLENE GLYCOL/PPG-9 Trimethylsiloxysilicate, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Titanium Dioxide, Glycerin, Diisopropyl sebacate, VINYL DIMETHICONE/ METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER, Dextrin palmitate, Xylitol, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, PEG/PPG-14/7 dimethyl ether, Sodium chloride, Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract, Thymus Serpillum Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Isostearic Acid, Aluminum hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Stearic Acid, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Distearyldimonium chloride, Trisodium EDTA, Butylene Glycol, BHT, Sodium Metabisulfite, FragranceMild, for sensitive skin (light gold bottle): Cyclopentasiloxane, Zinc Oxide, Diisopropyl sebacate, Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, Water, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, Triethylhexanoin, Diethylhexyl succinate, Titanium Dioxide, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Dextrin palmitate, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, PEG/PPG-14/7 dimethyl ether, Sodium chloride, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract, Rosa roxburghii extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Aluminum hydroxide, Stearyl Phosphate, Silica, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Pyrosulfite, Tocopherol

    Thank you!

    • 9.9.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, it has chemical sunscreens

  75. 9.9.18
    Sal said:

    Hi, I’m confused. Is Butyloctyl Salicylate pregnancy safe or not? In your pregnancy safe sunscreen post, you replied to reader that Butyloctyl Salicylate was not pregnancy safe. But colorescience facial sunscreen is listed in this post as pregnancy safe and it contains Butyloctyl Salicylate. Is Butyloctyl Salicylate pregnancy safe? Please advise. Thanks!

    • 9.9.18
      15mins said:

      I do not consider it to be pregnancy safe as it is a salicylate. Note that some brands seem to have very different ideas about what it safe, I can not take responsibility for their posts.

  76. 9.15.18
    marianna said:

    Hi Could i please check
    Garnier MIracle Skin Perfector BB Cream:

    INGREDIENTS:
    Active Ingredients: Octinoxate 3%, Titanium Dioxide 4.7%. Inactive Ingredients: Water, Isononyl Isononanoate, Isohexadecane, Glycerin, Alcohol Denat., Peg-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Cetyl Palmitate, Nylon-12, Cyclohexasiloxane, Propylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Stearyl Alcohol, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Lithium Magnesium Sodium Silicate, Disodium EDTA, Linalool, Benzyl Salicylate, Limonene, Caffeine, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Benzyl Alcohol, Geraniol, Cellulose Acetate Butyrate, Polyphosphorylcholine Glycol Acrylate, Citral, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Sodium Chloride, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Fragrance; May Contain: Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides.

    Thank you!

    • 9.15.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, this has chemical sunscreens

  77. 9.15.18
    Toni said:

    Hi. I find your blog very helpful. Thank you for sharing this info. I would like to ask wether this sunscreen I used to wear is safe for pregnancy. Thank you

    ANESSA MILD MILK SUNSCREEN

    Ingredients:
    Cyclopentasiloxane,, zinc oxide,, diisopropyl sebacate,, methyl methacrylate crosspolymer,, water,, cetyl ethylhexanoate,, pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate,, triethylhexanoin,, butylene glycol,, diethylhexyl succinate,, titanium dioxide,, dimethicone,, glycerin,, polymethylsilsesquioxane,, dextrin palmitate,, PEG-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone,, ethylhexyl triazone,, ratzillacosme.com do.not.copy,, diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate,, disteardimonium hectorite,, trimethylsiloxysilicate,, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine,, PEG/PPG-14/7 dimethyl ether,, sodium chloride,, dipotassium glycyrrhizate,, angelica acutiloba root extract,, thymus serpyllum extract,, rosa roxburghii fruit extract,, sodium hyaluronate,, PEG-10 dimethicone,, aluminum hydroxide,, stearic acid,, silica,, sodium citrate,, sodium metabisulfite,, tocopherol.

    • 9.15.18
      15mins said:

      This is ok

  78. 9.17.18
    Jessica said:

    Hi, could you please check this one:

    Daily essentials facial c serum Sensatia Botanical:

    Water (Aqua), Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe) Leaf Juice, Cetearyl Glucoside & Sorbitan Olivate, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides (Seabuckthorn) Oil, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Rosa Rubiginosa (Rosehip) Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Sodium Citrate, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Citric Acid, Xanthomonas Campestris (Xanthan) Gum, Benzyl Alcohol & Benzoic Acid & Dehydroacetic Acid, Schizandra Chinensis Fruit Extract, Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Averrhoa Carambola (Star Fruit) Extract.

    Thanks for your help.

    • 9.17.18
      15mins said:

      Looks ok!

  79. 9.25.18
    Nicki said:

    Hi, what about SKIN CEUTICALS
    Sheer Physical UV Defense SPF 50

    titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, water, dimethicone, isododecane, c12-15 alkyl benzoate undecane, triethylhexanoin, isohexadecane, nylon-12, caprylyl methicone, butyloctyl salicylate, phenethyl benzoate, styrene/acrylates copolymer, silica, tridecane, dicaprylyl carbonate, dicaprylyl ether, talc, dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer, aluminum stearate, pentylene glycol, peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, alumina, polyhydroxystearic acid, phenoxyethanol, magnesium sulfate, caprylyl glycol, peg-8 laurate, disteardimonium hectorite, tocopherol, propylene carbonate, artemia extract, benzoic acid, peg-9

    • 9.26.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, there’s a salicylate in this

  80. 9.28.18
    Maria said:

    Hi! Could you please check this one. Thanks!

    1. No7 Beautiful Skin Day Cream Normal/Oily

    2. No7 Beautiful Skin Normal/Oily BB Cream

    • 9.28.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry both of those have chemical sunscreens

  81. 9.30.18
    Nicki said:

    Hi! Thank you for the quick response! You are amazing! So glad I found this site! How about this sunscreen from Paula’s choice…

    DEFENSE Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 15
    Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide 5.25%; Zinc Oxide 6.12%. Inactive Ingredients: Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (emollient), Glycerin (skin-replenishing), Isononyl Isononanoate (emollient), Butylene Glycol (texture enhancer), Cetearyl Alcohol (emollient/texture enhancer), Potassium Cetyl Phosphate (emulsifier), Dimethicone (hydration), Glyceryl Stearate (texture enhancer), Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract (skin-soothing), Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract (antioxidant), Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil (non-fragrant antioxidant plant oil), Tetrapeptide-30, Linoleic Acid (skin-restoring agents), Resveratrol (antioxidant), Ascorbyl Glucoside (vitamin C/antioxidant), Niacinamide (skin-restoring), Tocopheryl Acetate (vitamin E/antioxidant), Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (vitamin C/antioxidant), Bisabolol (skin-soothing), Tocopherol (vitamin E/antioxidant), Phospholipids, Lecithin (skin-restoring agents), Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterols (antioxidant/hydration), Xanthophylls (antioxidant), Pullulan (texture enhancer), Sodium Gluconate (hydration), Xanthan Gum, Sclerotium Gum, Alumina (texture enhancers), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (skin-replenishing), Citric Acid (pH adjuster), Triethoxycaprylylsilane (texture enhancer), C13-14 Isoparaffin (solvent), Acrylates Copolymer (film-forming agent), Polyhydroxystearic Acid (dispersing agent), Caprylyl Glycol (hydration), Polyacrylamide (film-forming agent), Ceteareth-20, Aluminum Stearate (texture enhancers), Laureth-7 (emulsifier), Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol (preservatives).

    CALM Redness Relief SPF 15 Mineral Moisturizer for Normal to Oily Skin
    Active Ingredients:Titanium Dioxide 2.32%, Zinc Oxide 6% (sunscreens);
    Other Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Ethylhexyl Palmitate (emollient), Cyclomethicone (hydration), Dimethicone (hydration), C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (emollient), Caprylyl Methicone (hydration), Glyceryl Stearate (emollient), PEG-100 Stearate (texture-enhancing), Polysorbate 80 (texture-enhancing), Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer (texture-enhancing), Isohexadecane (texture-enhancing), Cetyl Alcohol (texture-enhancing), Polyglyceryl-6 Isostearate (texture-enhancing), Propylene Glycol (hydration), Allantoin (skin-soothing), Chamomilla Recutita Matricaria Flower Extract (skin-soothing), Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (green tea extract/skin-soothing), Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract (licorice extract/skin-soothing), Alumina (stabilizer), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (hydration/skin-soothing), Glycerin (hydration), Panthenol (skin replenishing), Algae Extract (skin replenishing), Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Polyhydroxystearic Acid (texture-enhancing), Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Hexyl Dimethicone (texture-enhancing), Caprylyl Glycol (preservative), Butylene Glycol (hydration), Diethylhexyl Carbonate (stabilizer), Triethoxycaprylylsilane (texture-enhancing), Disodium EDTA (stabilizer), Phenoxyethanol (preservative), Chlorphenesin (preservative).

    CALM Redness Relief SPF 15 Mineral Moisturizer for Normal to Dry Skin
    Active Ingredients:Titanium Dioxide 2.32%, Zinc Oxide 6% (sunscreens);
    Other Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Ethylhexyl Palmitate (emollient), Cyclomethicone (hydration), Dimethicone (hydration), C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (emollient), Caprylyl Methicone (hydration), Glyceryl Stearate (emollient), PEG-100 Stearate (texture-enhancing), Polysorbate 80 (texture-enhancing), Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer (texture-enhancing), Isohexadecane (texture-enhancing), Cetyl Alcohol (texture-enhancing), Polyglyceryl-6 Isostearate (texture-enhancing), Propylene Glycol (hydration), Allantoin (skin-soothing), Chamomilla Recutita Matricaria Flower Extract (skin-soothing), Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (green tea extract/skin-soothing), Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract (licorice extract/skin-soothing), Alumina (stabilizer), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (hydration/skin-soothing), Glycerin (hydration), Panthenol (skin replenishing), Algae Extract (skin replenishing), Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Polyhydroxystearic Acid (texture-enhancing), Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Hexyl Dimethicone (texture-enhancing), Caprylyl Glycol (preservative), Butylene Glycol (hydration), Diethylhexyl Carbonate (stabilizer), Triethoxycaprylylsilane (texture-enhancing), Disodium EDTA (stabilizer), Phenoxyethanol (preservative), Chlorphenesin (preservative).

    Thanks sooooo much! xx

    • 9.30.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, all of these have licorice in them, which I would avoid.

  82. 9.30.18
    Brooke said:

    1. Juice Beauty, Stem Cellular CC Cream, Creme Correctrice, broad spectrum SPF sunscreen
    Full Ingredients:
    Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide 20%
    Inactive Ingredients: Juice Beauty proprietary blend of fruit stem cells: apple buds, grape buds & lemon leaf.
    Aloe barbadensis (organic aloe juice/jus d’aloès bio)*, cocos nucifera (organic coconut oil/huile de noix de coco bio)*, pyrus malus (organic apple juice/jus de pomme bio)*, vitis vinifera (organic white grape juice/jus de raisin blanc bio)*, caprylic/capric triglyceride†, sorbitan stearate, ricinus communis (castor seed oil /huile de graines de ricin), polyglyceryl-10 laurate, magnesium sulfate, helianthus annuus (organic sunflower seed oil/huile de graines de tournesol bio)*, simmondsia chinensis (organic jojoba seed oil/huile de graines de jojoba bio)*, tocopherol (Vitamin E/vitamine E), magnesium ascorbyl phosphate (Vitamin C/vitamine C), sodium hyaluronate†, malus domestica (apple fruit cell culture extract/extrait de culture cellulaire de pomme), vitis vinifera (grape fruit cell extract/extrait de cellule de raisin), citrus medica limonum (lemon leaf cell extract/extrait de cellule des feuilles de citron), phenethyl alcohol, ethylhexylglycerin†, citrus reticulata (mandarin oil/huile de mandarine), citrus aurantium (petitgrain oil/huile de petit grain). May contain: iron oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499)
    * = Certified organic ingredient
    † = plant derived / origine végétale

    2. Aveeno Positively Radiant Daily Moisturizer with sunscreen broad spectrum spf 15

    Active Ingredients: Avobenzone 3%, octinoxate 7.5%, octisalate 2%.

    Inactive Ingredients: Water, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, cetearyl alcohol, dimethicone, glycine soja (soybean) seed extract, glycerin, bis-phenylpropyl dimethicone, arachidyl alcohol, phenoxyethanol, cetearyl glucoside, panthenol, benzyl alcohol, ethylene/acrylic acid copolymer, behenyl alcohol, steareth-2, fragrance, steareth-21, polyacrylamide, polymethyl methacrylate, arachidyl glucoside, disodium EDTA, methylparaben, C13-14 isoparaffin, ethylparaben, butylparaben, laureth-7, benzalkonium chloride, propylparaben, isobutylparaben, iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, BHT, titanium dioxide, mica, silica.

    • 9.30.18
      15mins said:

      #1 has the Juice Beauty stem cells, which they claim are apple stem cells that penetrate down into your skin where they proliferate. This hasn’t been proven safe (and I know a lot of derms that are doubtful that this actually even happens), but until proven ok it should be avoided.
      #2 has chemical sunscreens

  83. 9.30.18
    Megan said:

    Hi! What ingredient changed in Dr. Jart B.B. making it unsafe?

    • 9.30.18
      15mins said:

      The arbutin was added to the list of things to avoid

  84. 9.30.18
    Lee said:

    Hi! Is It Cosmetics CC + Cream with Spf 50 Physical sunscreen safe to use? Here are the ingredients

    ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: TITANIUM DIOXIDE 9.0% ZINC OXIDE 6.3% INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: WATER, SNAIL SECRETION FILTRATE, PHENYL TRIMETHICONE, DIMETHICONE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, BUTYLENE GLYCOL DICAPRYLATE/DICAPRATE, ORBIGNYA OLEIFERA SEED OIL, BUTYLOCTYL SALICYLATE, CETYL PEG/PPG-10/1 DIMETHICONE, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, CYCLOHEXASILOXANE, MAGNESIUM SULFATE, POLYGLYCERYL-4 ISOSTEARATE, DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, HEXYL LAURATE, STEARIC ACID, CALCIUM STEARATE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, CITRUS MEDICA LIMONUM (LEMON) PEEL OIL, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE, PHENOXYETHANOL, CITRUS AURANTIUM BERGAMIA (BERGAMOT) FRUIT OIL, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, DISODIUM EDTA, CITRUS AURANTIUM DULCIS (ORANGE) PEEL OIL, CITRUS AURANTIFOLIA (LIME) OIL, VITIS VINIFERA (GRAPE) SEED OIL, PUNICA GRANATUM SEED OIL, PINUS SYLVESTRIS LEAF OIL, PERSEA GRATISSIMA (AVOCADO) OIL, NIACINAMIDE, CITRUS GRANDIS (GRAPEFRUIT) PEEL OIL, CHOLESTEROL, ANTHEMIS NOBILIS FLOWER WATER, LACTOBACILLUS/HONEYSUCKLE FLOWER/LICORICE ROOT/MORUS ALBA ROOT/PUERARIA LOBATA ROOT/SCHIZANDRA CHINENSIS FRUIT/SCUTELLARIA BAICALENSIS ROOT/SOPHORA JAPONICA FLOWER EXTRACT FERMENT FILTRATE, PERFLUOROHEXANE, OLEA EUROPAEA (OLIVE) LEAF EXTRACT, GLYCERIN, EUCALYPTUS GLOBULUS LEAF OIL, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, CHRYSANTHEMUM INDICUM FLOWER EXTRACT, PUERARIA LOBATA ROOT EXTRACT, PERFLUORODECALIN, MORUS ALBA FRUIT EXTRACT, MAGNOLIA KOBUS BARK EXTRACT, GLYCINE SOJA (SOYBEAN) SPROUT EXTRACT, DIOSPYROS KAKI LEAF EXTRACT, CINNAMOMUM CASSIA BARK EXTRACT, ARTEMISIA PRINCEPS LEAF EXTRACT, PENTAFLUOROPROPANE, CURCUMA LONGA (TURMERIC) ROOT EXTRACT, STEARETH-20, HYDROLYZED HYALURONIC ACID, COLLOIDAL OATMEAL, HYDROLYZED SILK, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM BENZOATE, POTASSIUM SORBATE, ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, N-HYDROXYSUCCINIMIDE, HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN, CAPRYLHYDROXAMIC ACID, TOCOPHEROL, THIAMINE HCL, RIBOFLAVIN, RETINYL PALMITATE, PANTOTHENIC ACID, PALMITOYL OLIGOPEPTIDE, NIACIN, FOLIC ACID, CHRYSIN, CARNITINE HCL, BIOTIN, ASCORBIC ACID, PALMITOYL TETRAPEPTIDE-7, CHLORHEXIDINE DIGLUCONATE. MAY CONTAIN: IRON OXIDES (CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499).

    • 10.1.18
      15mins said:

      No, it has salicylates and snail secretions (which I’m not sure if it is safe or not, we have very little info so I say to use your own judgement on the snail stuff)

  85. 9.30.18
    Nicki said:

    Hi there! I live in Australia so its very hard to get the sunscreens listed, especially finding genuine sellers of the product…
    how about this one! thank you! x

    AESOP
    Sage & Zinc Facial Hydrating Cream SPF15
    Water (Aqua), Zinc Oxide, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, PEG-100 Stearate, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Squalane, Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Lauryl Pyrrolidone, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Silica, Citric Acid, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Oil, Tocopherol, Disodium EDTA, Xanthan Gum, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Fusanus Spicatus Wood Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract, Beta-Carotene, Linalool, Farnesol, d-Limonene.

    • 10.1.18
      15mins said:

      Looks ok!

  86. 10.2.18
    Nicki said:

    Hi, just a quick question … the AESOP Sage & Zinc Facial Hydrating Cream SPF15 has Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Phenoxyethanol and Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, is this something I’m ok to use before pregnancy and during my first trimester?
    Thanks heaps for all your help!! X

    • 10.3.18
      15mins said:

      Both of those ingredients are ok to use, but I can’t comment on overall safety without a full ingredient list.

  87. 10.3.18
    Fej Gomez said:

    Hello,
    Thank you for a really informative post. Can you kindly check if this BB Cream is safe:

    LOREAL TRU MATCH BB CREAM
    key ingredients are: water, dimethicone, glycerin, isododecane, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, alcohol, PEG-10 dimethicone, dipropylene glycol, betaine, talc, diisotearyl malate, disteardimonium hectorite, ethylhexyl hydroxystearate, henoxyethanol, magnesium sulphate, silica, apricot kernel oil, dimethiconol, aluminium starch octenylsuccinate, dimethicone crosspolymer, vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, disodium stearoyl glutamate, tocopheryl acetate, paciflora edulis seed oil, macadamia ternifolia seed oil, coriander fruit oil, jojoba seed oil, ascorbyl glucoside, alumina, sodium hyaluronate, pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate, aluminium hydroxide, adenosine, silica dimethyl silylate, sodium chondroitin sulphate, atelocollagen. It also may contain: titanium dioxide, bismuth oxychloride, iron oxides.

    • 10.3.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, it has chemical sunscreens

  88. 10.4.18
    Nicki said:

    Hi,
    can you check this one please: Antipodes Immortal Face & Body Moisturiser SPF15
    Aqua, (water), Zinc oxide (micronized) & Caprylic capric triglyceride, Polyhydroxystearic acid & isotearic acid, Prunus dulcis (Sweet Almond) oil, Prunus ameniaca (Apricot) oil, Glycerine, Cetearyl glucoside & Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, Simmondsia chinensis (Jojoba) oil, Vitis vinifera & Actinidia chinensis (Vinanza grape & Kiwi extract), Hyaluronic acid, Rubus idaeus (Raspberry seed) oil, Punica granatum (Pomegranate) extract, Gandoderma lucidum (Reishi mushroom), Xanthan gum, Gluconolactone, sodium benzoate, calcium gluconate, Vitamin E.

    • 10.4.18
      15mins said:

      Looks good!

  89. 10.6.18
    Robyn Goshen said:

    Hey! I was wondering if this was safe??

    Sun Bum
    SPF 50 Mineral Face Stick

    Ingredients:
    Zinc Oxide 19.2%, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil, Oryza Sativa (Rice Bran) Wax, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Ozokerite, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Oryzanol, Fragrance, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Jojoba Esters, Tocopherol, Bisabolol.

    • 10.7.18
      15mins said:

      There’s a salicylate in it that I would avoid

  90. 10.7.18
    Elizabeth Cohen said:

    Thank you again – your website and expertise is incredible!

    (1) PETER THOMAS ROTH – Max Mineral Naked Broad Spectrum SPF 45
    Silica, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid,Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A), Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C), Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Water, Butylene Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Potassium Sorbate, Tetrasodium EDTA.

    (2) MURAD -City Skin Age Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 50 PA++++
    Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Glycerin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polyurethane-35, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Xanthophyll, Retinyl Palmitate, Ascorbic Acid, Bisabolol, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Urea, Yeast Amino Acids, Trehalose, Inositol, Taurine, Betaine, Biosaccharide Gum-4, Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid, Silica, Tapioca Starch, Sucrose, Pentylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Stearic Acid, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, PEG-8 Dimethicone, Octyldodecanol, Sodium Propoxyhydroxypropyl Thiosulfate Silica, Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Hexyl Dimethicone, Aluminum Hydroxide, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Iron Oxides (CI 77491).

    • 10.8.18
      15mins said:

      I would avoid both of these. They both have retinoids, the first has willow bark as well.

  91. 10.7.18
    S said:

    Is avene mineral sunscreen safe?
    NGRÉDIENTS MÉDICINAUX % P/P – W/W: ZINC
    OXIDE (15.6%). TITANIUM DIOXIDE (13.2%). (Ecrans solaires / Suncreens).

    INGRÉDIENTS NON MÉDICINAUX / NON-MEDICINAL INGREDIENTS:
    AQUA. CAPRYLIC/ CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. HYDROGENATED POLYISOBUTENE. DIMETHICONE. BUTYLOCTYL SALICYLATE. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. POLYHYDROXYSTEARIC ACID. C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. MAGNESIUM ALUMINUM SILICATE. POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. POLYSORBATE 20. SOYETHYL MORPHOLINIUM ETHOSULFATE. IRON OXIDES. TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE. CETEARYL ALCOHOL. XANTHAN GUM. GLYCERIN. PHENOXYETHANOL. HYDROGENATED LECITHIN. STEARIC ACID. PEG/PPG/POLYBUTYLENE GLYCOL-8/5/3 GLYCERIN. CARBOMER. CERAMIDE AP. CERAMIDE EOP. CERAMIDE NP. PHYTOSPHINGOSINE. CHOLESTEROL. SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE. TOCOPHEROL. SODIUM HYALURONATE. ETHYLHEXYLGLYCerin,DISODIUM EDTA,TOCOPHERYL ACETATE,ALLANTOIN,ASCORBIC ACID

    • 10.8.18
      15mins said:

      No, that has salicylates

  92. 10.9.18
    Alison said:

    Hi! I love your blog and thank you so much for doing this. I wanted to check if the following sunscreen was safe:

    Sunbum mineral lotion spf 50: Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide 20% Inactive Ingredients: Water, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Diheptyl Succinate, Methyl Dihydroabietate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Fragrance, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Coco-Glucoside, Tocopherol, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Cellulose Gum, Bisabolol, Cetyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Gluconate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid.

    Sunbum Mineral continuous sunscreen spray:
    Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide 14% Inactive Ingredients: Water, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Oil, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Bentonite, Methyl Dihydroabietate, Fragrance, Cetearyl Alcohol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycerin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Cellulose Gum, Coco-Glucoside, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Jojoba Esters, Bisabolol, Tocopherol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid.

    • 10.9.18
      15mins said:

      Both have salicylates, so i would avoid them.

  93. 10.9.18
    Pam said:

    Thanks so much for this great resource! It looks like Perricone has reformulated/changed the moisturizer you recommend here – does the new version also have safe ingredients?

    Perricone MD Vitamin C Ester Photo-Brightening Moisturizer SPF 30

    -Astaxanthin: Provides antioxidant protection.
    -Non-chemical, mineral-based SPF 30 with Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide 4.2%: Sunscreen.
    -Vitamin C Ester: Supports brighter-looking skin.

    Water, Glycerin, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Pentylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene, Polyester-8, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Benzyl Alcohol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Isohexadecane, Bisabolol, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Polysilicone-11, Polysorbate 60, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Benzoate. Potassium Sorbate, Xanthan Gum, Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine, Thioctic Acid, Astaxanthin.

    Thank you!

    • 10.9.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, this has chemical sunscreens

      • 10.14.18
        Kristen said:

        Which ingredient(s) are the chemical sunscreens? Thank you!

        • 10.14.18
          15mins said:

          It’s the Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene. Which is odd as it claims to be mineral based, but that is a sunscreen, they’re just not including it in the “active ingredients” part of the list for some reason.

          • 10.14.18
            Kristen said:

            Interesting, thank you!

  94. 10.12.18
    Brooke said:

    What do you think about Yestocarrots Nourishing Daily Facial Moisturizer SPF 15 Broad Spectrum. The ingredients listed below are from the yestocarrots website. The moisturizer I have says “spf broad spectrum” on the bottle and the moisturizer on the website is exactly the same but does not say “broad spectrum” on the bottle.I couldn’t find an ingredient list for the bottle that says broad spectrum…so I’m assuming the ingredients are the same.

    Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide (3.2%), Titanium Dioxide. (2.9%). Inactive Ingredients: Water, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Alcohol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice*, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Coco-Glucoside, Fragrance, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract*, Xanthan Gum, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil*, Glyceryl Isostearate, Hydrated Silica, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Tocopherol, Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba (Guar) Gum*, Maris Limus Extract, Aluminum Hydroxide, Phenethyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Citronellol, d‐Limonene, Geraniol, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Linalool, Hydroxyisohexyl 3‐Cyclohexone Carboxaldehyde, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Hydroxycitronellal. *Certified Organic Ingredient

    Thanks!!

    • 10.12.18
      15mins said:

      This looks fine to me.

      • 10.12.18
        Brooke said:

        I found the ingredients for the exact broad spectrum formula I have and the ingredients at the end are different then the ingredients i previously listed. I just want to confirm they are safe. I really appreciate you taking the time to respond. Thanks!

        Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide (3.2%), Titanium Dioxide (2.9%). Inactive ingredients: Water, Ethylhexyl, palmitate, helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil, glycerin, caprylic/capric triglyceride,cetearyl alcohol, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, prunus amygdalus dulcis (sweet almond) oil, magnesium aluminum silicate, coco-glucoside,fragrance, daucus carota sativa (carrot) root extract, phenethyl alcohol, aluminum hydroxide, glyceryl caprylate, xanthan gum, butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter, cucurbita pepo (pumpkin) seed oil, glyceryl isostearate, hydrated silica, polyhydroxystearic acid, triethoxycaprylylsilane, glycine soja (soybean) oil, tocopherol, cyamopsis tetragonoloba, (guar) gum, maris limus extract

        • 10.13.18
          15mins said:

          It’s so hard when the ingredients are different on websites and sometimes on the box, I always wonder why they can’t be consistent?? Anyways, this looks fine to me 🙂

          • 10.13.18
            Brooke said:

            Thanks!!

  95. 10.13.18
    Allysa Fabian said:

    Hi! I just want to know if these ingredients from Loreal BB cushion pore control are safe to use during pregnancy?

    Water,Cyclopentasiloxane,Cyclohexasiloxane,Phenyl Trimethicone,PEG-10 Dimethicone,Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate,Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone,Arbutin,Butylene Glycol,Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer,Polyhydroxystearic Acid,Sodium Chloride,Aluminum Hydroxide,Polymethyl Methacrylates,Stearic Acid,Triethoxycaprylylsilane,Phenoxyethanol,Disteardimonium Hectorite,HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer,Isostearic Acid,Ethylhexyl Palmitate,Lecithin,Isopropyl Palmitate,Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate,Ethylhexylglycerin,Acrylates/Stearyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer,Melia Azadirachta Extract,Yeast Extract,Dimethicone,Trimethylsiloxysilicate,Disodium EDTA,Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer,Silica,Manganese Sulfate,Zinc Sulfate,Magnesium Sulfate,Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract,Caprylyl Glycol,1,2-Hexanediol,Fragrance,Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891),Iron Oxides (CI 77492),Iron Oxides (CI 77491),Iron Oxides (CI 77499).
    Thanks in advance

    • 10.13.18
      15mins said:

      I would avoid this with the Arbutin

  96. 10.21.18
    Julia said:

    Curious to hear your thoughts on these two options…

    CLINIQUE
    Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen Fluid for Face

    Titanium Dioxide 3.2% , Zinc Oxide 2.0%Water , Dimethicone , Butyloctyl Salicylate , Methyl Trimethicone , Isononyl Isononanoate , Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate , Diethylhexyl Succinate , C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate , Butylene Glycol , Dipentaerythrityl Tri-Polyhydroxystearate , Lauryl Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone , Trimethylsiloxysilicate , Hydroxyapatite , Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone , Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/Pvp Crosspolymer , Caprylyl Glycol , Dimethicone Silylate , Triethoxycaprylylsilane , Dimethicone Crosspolymer-3 , Dipropylene Glycol , Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 Crosspolymer , Isostearic Acid , Silica , Polyhydroxystearic Acid , Sodium Citrate , Phenoxyethanol , Iron Oxides (Ci 77492) , Iron Oxides (Ci 77491)

    BAREMINERALS
    COMPLEXION RESCUE™ Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30

    Water, Coconut Alkanes, Propanediol, Squalane, Trehalose, Isostearic Acid, Glycerin, Silica, Agar, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Globularia Cordifolia Callus Culture Extract, Salicornia Herbacea Extract, Melilotus Officinalis Extract, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Butylene Glycol, Lauroyl Lysine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Succinoglycan, Polysorbate 60, Cellulose Gum, Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate, Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate, Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Hydroxide, Magnesium Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Chloride, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol. May Contain: Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides.

    Thank you!!

    • 10.23.18
      15mins said:

      The Clinique has a salicylate, so I would avoid that. The other one looks ok, though it doesn’t list the active sunscreen ingredients for the SPF. It only says “may contain titanium dioxide” at the end… that makes me think they haven’t included the entire list of ingredients here.

  97. 10.22.18
    Sofia said:

    Hello! Thank you so much for sharing your list, it’s very informative and time saving for us pregnant mamas!

    I would love your opinion on the Lise Watier Sun Smart Universal UV shield sunscreen, ingredients as following:

    Ingrédients Actifs/Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide 4.55%, Zinc Oxide 3.5%Ingrédients Inactifs/Inactive Ingredients: Cyclopentasiloxane, Isododecane, Polysilicone-11, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Hexyl Laurate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Stearic Acid, Alumina.

    Thanks so much!!

    • 10.23.18
      15mins said:

      This is fine

  98. 10.23.18
    Nix said:

    Hi there! What about this sunscreen from paula’s choice, thank you!

    RESIST Super-Light Wrinkle Defense SPF 30:
    Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide 13% (broad-spectrum sunscreen agent).
    Other Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Cyclopentasiloxane (hydration), PEG-12 Dimethicone (texture enhancer), PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone (texture enhancer), Lauroyl Lysine (skin-conditioning agent),Sodium Chloride (stabilizer), Trihydroxystearin (texture-enhancing), Dimethicone Crosspolymer ( suspending agent), Resveratrol (antioxidants), Quercetin (antioxidants), Epigallocatechin Gallate (antioxidants), Tocopheryl Acetate (vitamin E/antioxidant), Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (vitamin C/antioxidant), Adenosine (skin-restoring), Bisabolol (skin-soothing), Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract (skin-soothing), Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Extract (antioxidant), Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract (astaxanthin/antioxidant), Hydrolyzed Corn Starch (texture-enhancing/mattifying agent), Polysorbate 80 (texture-enhancing), Hydrated Silica (texture-enhancing/mattifying agent), Triethoxycaprylylsilane (texture enhancer), C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (emollient texture enhancer), Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate (texture enhancer), Caprylyl Glycol (preservatives), Hexylene Glycol (preservatives), Ethylhexylglycerin (preservatives), Iron Oxide (CI77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Phenoxyethanol (preservatives).

    • 10.23.18
      15mins said:

      No, not with the willow bark in it. sorry!

  99. 10.28.18
    Vesean said:

    Hi doctor,

    Would u please help to check this out for me. Thankyou so much!

    Dr. Jart + Every Sun Day UV Sun Fluid SPF 50
    Cypress Water 10%: Purifies, soothes, and relaxes.
    -Seaweed Extract: Purifies, eliminates toxins, and moisturizes.

    Ingredients
    Water, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Dipropylene Glycol, Octocrylene, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethicone, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Isohexadecane, Polysorbate 80, Potassium Hydroxide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Polyquaternium-7, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Disodium EDTA, Gelidium Cartilagineum Extract, Ecklonia Cava Extract, Codium Tomentosum Extract, Hizikia Fusiforme Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Xylitol, Acrylamidopropyltrimonium Chloride/Acrylamide Copolymer, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Geranium Maculatum Oil, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Oil, Rose Flower Oil, Alcohol, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Oil, Styrax Benzoin Gum, Commiphora Myrrha Oil.

    • 10.30.18
      15mins said:

      No, this has chemical sunscreens and salicylates

  100. 10.28.18
    alice said:

    Hi, thank you for all the info.
    Is this product safe:

    M. Asam Magic finish
    Ingredients: Cyclopentasiloxane, Isododecane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethiconol, Cyclohexasiloxane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Parfum (Fragrance), Silica, Isoceteth-10, CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), CI 77492 (Iron Oxides), CI 77499 (Iron Oxides), CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide).

    • 10.30.18
      15mins said:

      This is ok

      • 11.1.18
        alice said:

        thank you!

  101. 11.1.18
    Meyvanny Martha said:

    Hello Dr. Christine, Its Meyvanny again, i wonder if this YSL Forever Light Creator CC Cream is safe for Pregnant

    The Avtive ingredients is :

    Octinoxate 5%
    Titanium dioxide 6.3%

    Inactive Ingredients is:
    water, dimethicone, glycerin, alcohol denat., isododecane, PEG-10 dimethicone, dipropylene glycol, pentylene glycol, disteardimonium hectorite, betaine, talc, diisostearyl malate, fragrance, tocopheryl acetate, macadamia ternifolia seed oil, hydroxypropyl tetrahydropyrantriol, hydrolyzed prunus domestica, phenoxyethanol, adenosine, magnesium sulfate, magnesium aspartate, ethylhexyl hydroxystearate, ethyl menthane carboxamide, silica, dimethiconol, dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil, limonene, zinc gluconate, tin oxide, linalool, propylene glycol, copper gluconate, coriandrum sativum (coriander) fruit oil, moringa pterygosperma seed extract, carrageenan, passiflora edulis seed oil, disodium stearoyl glutamate, disodium phosphate, butylene glycol, BHT, citric acid, methicone, prunus armeniaca (apricot) kernel oil, aluminum starch octenylsuccinate, alumina, aluminum hydroxide; may contain: mica, red 28 lake, red 7, iron oxides, carmine, ferric ammonium ferrocyanide, bismuth oxychloride, titanium dioxide

    Thank you so much…

    • 11.1.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry this has chemical sunscreens

  102. 11.2.18
    Martha said:

    Hello! I am trying to find a sunscreen that has worked for me in the past under makeup, and am wondering if this one would be safe for my pregnancy:

    Tarteguard 30 sunscreen lotion broad spectrum spf 30

    -Maracuja: Visibly firms, brightens, and smooths with essential fatty acids and vitamin C.
    -Red Algae: Revitalizes and renews for smoother, younger-looking skin.
    -Soybean Extract: Combats signs of aging.
    -Apple Extract: Supplies vitamins and nutrients to act as an antioxidant and toning agent.
    -Honeysuckle Extract: Provides soothing and calming benefits to skin.
    -Sodium Hyaluronate: Retains and delivers moisture for optimal hydration and a refreshed appearance.
    -Vitamin E: natural preservative that also acts as an emollient and antioxidant.

    Water, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Diheptyl Succinate, Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate, Propanediol, Jojoba Esters, Glycerin, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Polysorbate 20, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Phenoxyethanol, Alumina, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Xanthan Gum, Tocopherols, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Citric Acid, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Chlorphenesin, Fragrance/Parfum, Stearic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil, Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Algae Extract, Pseudoalteromonas Exopolysaccharides, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Salicylate, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Dehydroacetate

    • 11.2.18
      15mins said:

      No, it has salicylates

  103. 11.3.18
    Fadya said:

    Hi, are these ingredients from Missha Near Skin Dustless Defence Sunblock SPF 50 / PA +++ safe to use during pregnancy?

    Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Octinoxate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Octisalate, Zinc Oxide , Butylene Glycol, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Titanium Dioxide , Dipropylene Glycol, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Methicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Magnesium Sulfate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Isoamyl p-Methoxycinnamate, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Fragrance(Parfum), Aluminum Hydroxide, Hydroxyacetophenone, Stearic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Dimethicone, Disodium EDTA, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract, Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract, Aspalathus Linearis Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chrysanthemum Indicum Flower Extract, Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Extract, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Extractissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Extract.

    Thank you!

    • 11.3.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, this has salicylates

  104. 11.5.18
    May said:

    Hello, from Japan!
    I would like to ask you if the Shiseido’s BB cream Sunmedic 50+ PA++++ is safe during pregnancy. Thank you!

    Active(s): Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate.
    Other Ingredients: Xylitol,, cyclopentasiloxane, water, butylene gylcol, glycerin, octylsilyl titanium dioxide, poly C10-30 alkyl acrylate, triethylhexanoin, dimethicone, PEG-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, glyceryl triisostearate,ratzillacosme, sorbitan sesquiisostearate, stearic acid, trimethylsiloxysilicate, aluminum hydroxide, DEA-C8-18 perfluoroalkylethyl phosphate, isostearic acid, aluminum oxide, acrylates/dimethicone copolymer, silica, tetrahydropyran tetramethylcyclotetrasiloxane, sodium metaphosphate, tetradecene, phenoyethanol,
    zinc oxide, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499.

    • 11.5.18
      15mins said:

      No, this has licorice root

    • 1.2.19
      Lucy said:

      Hello Dr.

      Is La Mer the fort fluid long wear foundation SPF 20 safe during pregnancy?

      Octinoxate 7.5%, Titanium Dioxide 1.9%, Declustered Water (-)/Aqua/Eau De-Structuree (-), Declustered Water (+)/Aqua/Eau De-Structuree (+), Cyclopentasiloxane, Isododecane, Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Polysilicone-11, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone, Silica, Algae (Seaweed) Extract, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil, Medicago Sativa (Alfalfa) Seed Powder, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seedcake, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Seed Meal, Eucalyptus Globulus (Eucalyptus) Leaf Oil, Sodium Gluconate, Copper Gluconate, Calcium Gluconate, Magnesium Gluconate, Zinc Gluconate, Tocopheryl Succinate, Niacin, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Powder, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Peel Extract, Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan) Extract, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Hordeum Vulgare (Barley) Extract/Extrait D’Orge, Molasses Extract/Saccharum Officinarum/Extrait De Melasse, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Gelidium Cartilagineum Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Saccharomyces Lysate Extract, Silybum Marianum (Lady’S Thistle) Extract, Whey Protein/Lactis Protein/Proteine Du Petit-Lait, Laminaria Saccharina Extract, Codium Tomentosum Extract, Sucrose, Glycerin, Cholesterol, Eryngium Maritimum Extract, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Protein, Acetyl Glucosamine, Caffeine, Sorbitol, Sigesbeckia Orientalis (St. Paul’S Wort) Extract, Tourmaline, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hexyl Laurate, Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, C12-16 Alcohols, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Trehalose, Yeast Extract/Faex/Extrait De Levure, Dimethicone Silylate, Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate, Yeast Polysaccharides, Caprylyl Glycol, Triethyl Citrate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Palmitic Acid, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Methicone, Propylene Glycol Dicaprate, Tocopheryl Linoleate/Oleate, Sodium Chloride, Aluminum Hydroxide, Hexylene Glycol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Fragrance, Alcohol Denat., Disodium Edta, Bht, Phenoxyethanol, [+/- Mica, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Iron Oxides (Ci 77499)]

      Thanks!

      • 1.2.19
        15mins said:

        No, that has chemical sunscreens.

  105. 11.5.18
    Alessandra said:

    Hi, Dr
    The MAMA BUTTER BB Cream is really fine during pregnancy?

    Water, ethylhexyl palmitate, butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter,, glycerin, sorbitan sesquiisostearate, simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil, vaccinium myrtillus leaf extract*, salvia officinalis (sage) extract*, rosa canina fruit extract*, thymus vulgaris (thyme) flower/leaf extract*, lavandula angustifolia (lavender) flower extract*, lavandula angustifolia (lavender) oil*, rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extract*, olea europaea (olive) fruit oil, butylene glycol, alcohol, tribehenin, tocopherol, magnesium sulfate, calcium sodium borosilicate, silver oxide, phenoxyethanol (+/−) titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, aluminum hydroxide, talc, stearic acid, iron oxides.
    *ECOCERT® certified organic

    • 11.5.18
      15mins said:

      looks fine

  106. 11.8.18
    Olivia said:

    Hello Dr,

    IT COSMETICS
    Your Skin But Better CC Cream SPF 50+ Is safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding?

    Titanium Dioxide 9.0%, Zinc Oxide 6.3%, Water, Snail Secretion Filtrate, Butylene Glycol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Magnesium Sulfate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Aluminum Hydroxide, Hexyl Laurate, Stearic Acid, Calcium Stearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Disodium Edta, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Punica Granatum Seed Oil, Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Niacinamide, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water, Lactobacillus/Honeysuckle Flower/Licorice Root/Morus Alba Root/Pueraria Lobata Root/Schizandra Chinensis Fruit/Scutellaria Baicalensis Root/Sophora Japonica Flower Extract Ferment Filtrate, Perfluorohexane, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Cholesteryl, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chrysanthemum Indicum Flower Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Perfluorodecalin, Morus Alba Fruit Extract, Magnolia Kobus Bark Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sprout Extract, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Pentafluoropropane, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Steareth-20, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Colloidal Oatmeal, Hydrolyzed Silk, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, N-Hydroxysuccinimide, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Tocopherol, Thiamine Hcl, Riboflavin, Retinyl Palmitate, Pantothenic Acid, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Niacin, Folic Acid, Chrysin, Carnitine Hcl, Biotin, Ascorbic Acid, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Chlorhexidine Digluconate. May Contain: Iron Oxides (Ci 77492, Ci 77491, Ci 77499).

    • 11.8.18
      15mins said:

      This has salicylates, licorice root extract, retinoids and snail secretion, so I wouldn’t use it during pregnancy for sure. We don’t know much about the snail stuff, I’m not sure I’d use it while nursing.

      • 11.8.18
        Linh T. said:

        OMG thank you Dr! A previous review on Youtube of a pregnant mom said that IT cosmetic cc cream is safe for pregnancy, so I have believed so. Thank you a zillion!

        • 11.9.18
          15mins said:

          Yeah, none of them are ok. I was super sad to not use it during my last pregnancy, I love these BB/CC creams!

  107. 11.8.18
    Linh T. said:

    Hi Dr,

    I Supergoop Smooth and Poreless 100% Mineral Matte Screen safe during pregnancy?
    Ingredients:
    Active Ingredients:
    Titanium Dioxide 0.7%, Zinc Oxide 17%

    Inactive Ingredients:
    Cyclopentasiloxane, Coco-Caprylate, Isododecane, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Cyclohexasiloxane, Tocopheryl Acetate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Dimethicone, Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Water (Aqua), Isostearic Acid, Cyclotetrasiloxane, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Bisabolol, Alumina, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Buddleja Officinalis Flower Extract, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Hydrangea Arborescens Root Extract, Morus Alba Root Extract, Polysorbate 20, Resveratrol, Scutellaria Lateriflora Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Pentapeptide-21

    Thank you so much!

    • 11.9.18
      15mins said:

      Looks ok!

      • 11.10.18
        Linh. T Pham said:

        Thank you very very much! you’re a life saver!

  108. 11.10.18
    Emily said:

    Hi there!

    I was wondering about Dr. Jart Black Label Detox Beauty Balm: https://www.sephora.com/product/black-label-detox-bb-beauty-balm-P374568

    Here are the ingredients:
    -Titanium Dioxide 9.533%
    -Zinc Oxide 3.840%
    -Green Tea and Aloe Vera: Soothe.
    -Caviar: Purifies and regenerates.
    -Arbutin: Brightens dark marks and hyperpigmentation.
    -Portulaca Oleracea Extract: Soothes.

    Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Cyclohexasiloxane, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Silica, Arbutin, Iron Oxides, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Calcium Stearate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone, Crosspolymer, Talc, Sorbitan Olivate, Caprylyl Glycol, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Hexyl Laurate, Propylene Carbonate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Phenoxyethanol, Ethlhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydrogren Dimethicone, Aluminum Hydroxide, Sorbitan Isostearate, Ozokerite, Diisostearyl Malate Beeswax, 1,2-Hexanediol, Disodium EDTA, Ubiquinone, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caviar Extract, Propylene Glycol, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Alcohol, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glyceryl Caprylate, Potassium Sorbate, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Sodium Benzoate.

    • 11.10.18
      15mins said:

      I would avoid this due to Arbutin

  109. 11.11.18
    Cyon said:

    Hi Doc!

    I know this page is not about lipstick but i think you are the only expert i can ask about safe lipsticks during pregnancy. May I know your thoughts about HONEYBEE GARDENS Truly Natural Lipstick?

    Ingredients: Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil*, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil*, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil *, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax*, Trioctyldodecyl Citrate, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter*, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Leaf*, Propanediol, Phenethyl Alcohol, Undecyl Alcohol, Tocopherol. May Contain: Mica, Titanium Dioxide (CI77891), Iron Oxide (CI77491, CI77492, CI77499, CI 45410). * = certified organic ingredients

    • 11.11.18
      15mins said:

      Looks ok to me

  110. 11.11.18
    lina said:

    Hi – Would appreciate any feedback on Murad City skin age defense spf 50 sunscreen. Is it safe for pregnancy?
    Titanium Dioxide 2.7%
    -Zinc Oxide 10%

    Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Glycerin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polyurethane-35, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Xanthophyll, Retinyl Palmitate, Ascorbic Acid, Bisabolol, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Urea, Yeast Amino Acids, Trehalose, Inositol, Taurine, Betaine, Biosaccharide Gum-4, Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid, Silica, Tapioca Starch, Sucrose, Pentylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Stearic Acid, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, PEG-8 Dimethicone, Octyldodecanol, Sodium Propoxyhydroxypropyl Thiosulfate Silica, Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Hexyl Dimethicone, Aluminum Hydroxide, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Iron Oxides (CI 77491).

    • 11.12.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry this has retinoids

  111. 11.12.18
    Erika said:

    Wondering if this shine cosmetics BB cream is safe during pregnancy?

    Ingredients: water, steareth-20, sorbitan sesquioleate, cyclo- pentasiloxane, ozokerite, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, zinc oxide, dimethicone, ethylhex- yl palmitate, propylene glycol, phenoxyethanol, mica, may contain( /-): titanium dioxide(ci77891), yellow iron oxide(ci77492), red iron oxide(ci77491), black iron oxide(ci77499).

    Thank you!

    • 11.12.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, this has chemical sunscreens

  112. 11.14.18
    Amanda M said:

    Your website is a Godsend! I was going from blog to blog trying to find someone providing evidence-based recommendations for skincare and stumbled upon your site. Thank you for all that you do! Please know it is greatly appreciated.

    I wanted to ask about the ingredients in this face moisturizer with sunscreen. Thank you in advance!

    Aveeno Ultra-Calming Daily Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30
    Active Ingredients:Titanium Dioxide (4.3%), Zinc Oxide (3%)
    Inactive Ingredients: Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Isopropyl Myristate, Cetyl Dimethicone, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Glyceryl Behenate, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Benzyl Alcohol, Aluminum Stearate, Arachidyl Alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Behenyl Alcohol, Alumina, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Methyldihydrojasmonate, Squalane, Arachidyl Glucoside, Dimethicone, Chlorphenesin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Dipropylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Chrysanthemum Parthenium (Feverfew) Flower/Leaf/Stem Juice, PPG-15 Stearyl Ether Benzoate, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, Sodium Citrate, Polysorbate 60, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone (and) Methyl Ionones, Ceramide NP, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract

    • 11.17.18
      15mins said:

      Looks ok

  113. 11.16.18
    Noemi Gomez said:

    Hi! I love your site 🙂

    You mention a couple of the EltaMD Sunscreens above and I was wondering if there is any chance UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 – Skin type Acne Prone, Rosacea & Hyperpigmentation is safe?

    Active: Zinc Oxide 9.0%, Octinoxate 7.5%.

    Inactive: Purified Water, Cyclomethicone, Niacinamide, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polyisobutene, PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Lactic Acid, Oleth-3 Phosphate, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene Glycol, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane.

    Thank you so much for your time! You are appreciated!

    • 11.16.18
      15mins said:

      No, sorry that one has chemical sunscreens

  114. 11.16.18
    Heidi said:

    Hi dr,

    Can you please tell me if Maybelline dream bb fresh is safe during pregnancy?

    TITANIUM DIOXIDE, WATER, ETHYLHEXYL PALMITATE, GLYCERIN,
    OCTYLDODECANOL, SILICA, PENTYLENE GLYCOL,
    OCTYLDODECYL XYLOSIDE, PHENOXYETHANOL,
    SODIUM ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL
    TAURATE COPOLYMER, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN,
    ISOHEXADECANE, HYDROXYETHYL
    ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE
    COPOLYMER, PEG-30 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE,
    SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE, PENTAERYTHRITYL
    TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE,
    CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, DISODIUM EDTA, CITRIC ACID,
    POLYSORBATE 80, POTASSIUM SORBATE,
    PROPYLENE GLYCOL, CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA
    (MATRICARIA) FLOWER EXTRACT, ALOE
    BARBADENSIS LEAF EXTRACT; MAY CONTAIN:
    IRON OXIDES, TITANIUM DIOXIDE

    • 11.17.18
      15mins said:

      This looks fine

  115. 11.19.18
    Isa said:

    Hi thanks for all this info! I have been using Aveeno positively radiant daily moisturizer with spf 30 for years, wondering if it is safe for pregnancy

    Active: Avobenzone 3%, Homosalate 12%, Octisalate 5%, Octocrylene 1.7%, Oxybenzone 3%…..Sunscreen. Inactive: Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract, Diethylhexyl 2, 6-Naphthalate, Glycerin, Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Silica, Panthenol, Arachidyl Alcohol, Aluminum Starch, Octenylsuccinate, Cetearyl Glucoside, Methylparaben, Steareth-2, Fragrance, Polyacrylate-13, Behenyl Alcohol, Steareth-21, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Disodium EDTA, Polyisobutene, Arachidyl Glucoside, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Propylparaben, Ethylparaben, Benzalkonium Chloride, Polysorbate 20, Boron Nitride, Titanium Dioxide, Mica.

    • 11.20.18
      15mins said:

      No, it has chemical sunscreens and 2 of them are salicylates.

      • 11.26.18
        Noemi said:

        Thank you so much for your response! Appreciate your time!

  116. 11.20.18
    Nattaporn said:

    Hello Dr,

    Please help me to check MOOGOO-Earth Cream Tinted Moisturiser is safe during pregnancy.

    Ingredients:

    Aqua (Water), Titanium Dioxide (Food Grade), Cocoglycerides (Emollient), Coco-Caprylate (Coconut-Based Conditioner), Glyceryl Stearate Citrate (Emulsifier), Cetearyl Alcohol (Plant-Based Emulsifying Wax), Taraktogenos Kurzii Seed Oil (Skin Conditioner), Nigella Sativa (Fennel Flower) Seed Oil, Leptospermum Scoparium (Manuka) Branch/Leaf Oil, Potassium Lauroyl Wheat Amino Acids (Skin Conditioner), Palm Glycerides, Capryloyl Glycine (Skin Conditioner), Magnolia Grandiflora (Tree) Bark Extract, Sodium Levulinate (Natural Preservative), Potassium Sorbate (Natural Preservative), Yellow Iron oxide (Pigment), Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Olea europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Tocopherol (Natural Vitamin E), Brown Iron oxide (Pigment), Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate (Glucose-Based Emulsifier), Glyceryl Caprylate (Skin Conditioner), Magnesium Aluminium Silicate (Clay Base), Xanthan Gum (Food Grade Thickener), Red Iron oxide (Pigment), Citric acid (Natural Preservative), Natural Vanilla Fragrance

    Thank you

    • 11.20.18
      15mins said:

      looks ok!

  117. 11.21.18
    IK said:

    Hello, thanks so much for your pregnancy-safe skincare posts! Please help me check if these two cc creams are pregnancy-safe:

    SUGAO Air Fit CC Cream

    Ingredients:Cyclopentasiloxane, dimethicone crosspolymer, titanium dioxide, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, triethlhexanoin, polymethylsilsequioxane, triethylhexyl trimellitate, mineral oil, vinyl dimethicone/lauryl dimethicone cross polymer, PEG/PPG-18/18 dimethicone, PEG-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, hydrated silica, lauryl dimethicone/polyglyecerin-3 crosspolymer, hydrogen dimethicone, aluminum hydroxide, tocopheryl acetate, phenoxyethanol, methicone, BHT, iodopropynyl butylcabamate, iron oxides

    and

    MAQUILLAGE Peach Change Base CC

    Ingredients: PEG-10 Dimethicone, Isopropyl Myristate, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Dipropylene Glycol, Isostearic Acid, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Iron Titanium Oxide, Zinc Oxide, Glycerin, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Cyclomethicone, Polyglyceryl-2 Oleate, Alumina Magnesium Metasilicate, PEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether, Hyaluronic Acid, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer , Acrylonitrile/Methacrylonitrile/Methyl Methacrylate Copolymer , Soluble Collagen , Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate ,Glucosyl Hesperidin, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Dextrin Palmitate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Disteardimonium Hectorite , Zinc Citrate , Stearic Acid, EDTA, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Alumina, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Polyester-1, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Citric Acid, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Polymethylsilsesquioxane, BHT, Mineral Oil. Hydrated Silica, Sulfuric Acid, Silica, Cyclotetrasiloxane, Tetradecene, Tin Oxide, Isobutane, Isopentane, Phenoxyethanol, Mica, Barium Sulfate, Iron Oxides

    Thank you!

    • 11.21.18
      15mins said:

      Both CC creams have a chemical sunscreen (ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate) so I would avoid

  118. 11.23.18
    Rere said:

    Hello Dr,

    Please help me to check Avene Very High Protection Mineral Cream SPF50+ whether is safe during pregnancy.

    Ingredients:
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA).
    TITANIUM DIOXIDE.
    ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE.
    TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE.
    CYCLOMETHICONE.
    C30-45 ALKYL METHICONE.
    GLYCERIN. POLYGLYCERYL-4 ISOSTEARATE.
    CETYL PEG/PPG-10/1 DIMETHICONE.
    HEXYL LAURATE. ALUMINA.
    WATER (AQUA).
    STEARIC ACID.
    CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE.
    CAPRYLYL GLYCOL.
    DISODIUM EDTA.
    IRON OXIDES (CI 77492).
    IRON OXIDES (CI 77491).
    OCTYLDODECANOL.
    PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE.
    SILICA DIMETHYL SILYLATE.
    SODIUM CHLORIDE.
    SODIUM MYRISTOYL GLUTAMATE.
    SORBIC ACID.
    TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE.
    TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE.
    XANTHAN GUM.

    • 11.23.18
      15mins said:

      Looks ok

  119. 11.24.18
    Tara said:

    Hello Dr. I wanted to ask if this product TATCHA Silken Pore Perfecting Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 35 PA+++ safe to use during pregnancy? Thank you

    -Zinc Oxide 15% and Octisalate 5%: Provide broad-spectrum sun protection; octisalate is an emollient that keeps skin soft and prevents the formula from degrading in the sun. -Japanese Wild Rose: Brings the body back into balance, supports natural circulation, and calms with antioxidants; balances skin and diminishes the look of pores.
    -Hadasei-3: Restores a healthy-looking, youthful radiance with green tea, rice, and algae.

    Water, Isododecane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Propanediol, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Behenyl Alcohol, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Rosa Multiflora Fruit Extract, Eriobotrya Japonica Leaf Extract, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Pistacia Lentiscus (Mastic) Gum, Sericin, Algae Extract, Lecithin, Inositol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Sorbitan Tristearate, Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine, Silica, Potassium Sorbate, Beheneth-20, Sodium Acrylate/Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Dimethylacrylamide Crosspolymer, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Methicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Dimethiconol, Disodium Edta, Fragrance, Ethylhexylglycerin, Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Iron Oxides (Ci77491), Tin Oxide (Ci 77861), Mica (Ci 77019), Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891).

    • 11.24.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, it has chemical sunscreens and licorice root extracts

  120. 11.25.18
    Megan said:

    Two products for you – guessing not okay, but wanted your take… Thanks!!
    1: MDSolarSciences Mineral Tinted Crème Broad Spectrum SPF – Actives: 2% Titanium Dioxide / 17% Zinc Oxide
    Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Isostearate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Silica, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Polysilicone-15, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Iron Oxides, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Camellia Sinensis (GreenTea) Extract, Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Extract

    2. PhotoReady Candid Natural Finish Anti-Pollution Foundation – Ingredients: Aqua/Water/Eau, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Butylene Glycol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Polysilicone-11, HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Ethylene Brassylate, Laureth-7, Lecithin, Magnesium Sulfate, Maris Sal/Sea Salt/Sel Marin, Methicone, Mica, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Pullulan, Sclerotium Gum, Silica, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Sodium Carrageenan, Tetrasodium EDTA, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Triethyl Citrate, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol. May Contain: Iron Oxides (CI 77491,77492, 77499), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891).

    • 11.25.18
      15mins said:

      #1 has a salicylate so I wouldn’t use it, but #2 is ok

  121. 11.27.18
    Eleni said:

    Would love your opinion on Fitglow Beauty’s foundation below. Other than licorice root, do any other listed ingredients alarm you for women trying to get pregnant? Thanks so much.

    Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil *, Cera Alba (Beeswax)* , Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil*, Lauryl Laurate, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil*, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Phytoelastin PF (Plant Elastin), Water, Phospholipids & Phytonadione (Vitamin K Liposome ) , Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Caffeine, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (Green Tea Extract ) *, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract (Licorice Root) * May Contain: Titanium Dioxide, Yellow Iron Oxide, Red Iron Oxide, Black Iron Oxide, Ultramarine Violet, Chromium Oxide Green, Manganese Violet. * Certified Organic Ingredients

    • 11.27.18
      15mins said:

      Only the licorice root to avoid here

  122. 11.28.18
    Linh Nguyen said:

    Hello Dr., I would like to know whether I can use this sunscreen “KOSÉ SEKKISEI WHITE UV MILK SPF50+/PA++++” during pregnancy. Ingredients are listed below. Thank you so much!

    Cyclomethicone, Water, Alcohol, Zinc Oxide, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Isododecane, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Propylene Glycol Dicaprate, Polysilicone-15, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Dimethicone, Akebia Quinata Stem Extract, Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract, Ratzillacosme.Com Do.Not.Copy, Tocopherol, Coix Lacryma-Jobi (Job’s Tears) Seed Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Melothria Heterophylla Root Extract, Prunus Persica (Peach) Leaf Extract, Butylene Glycol, BHT, Disodium EDTA, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Glycerin, Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate, Cetyl Dimethicone, Zerolite, Talc, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Butyl Polydimethylsiloxy Ethoxypropyl Phosphate, Boron Nitride, Fragrance, Mica.

    • 11.28.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, that Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is a chemical sunscreen.

  123. 12.1.18
    Katy said:

    Hi! Thank you so much for your time! I am wondering about Physician’s Formula Organic Wear BB Cream.

    The ingredients are as follows:
    Active: Titanium Dioxide 3.9%, Zinc Oxide 1.0%. Inactive: Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Water*, Simmodsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil*, Dodecane, Titanium Dioxide, Glycerin+, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate / Polyhydroxystearate / Sebacate, Lecithin*, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Water*, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Beeswax*, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil*, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax*, Glycerin, Lauroyl Lysine, Magnesium Sulfate, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract*, Xanthan Gum, Silica, Tocopherol, Water, Leuconostoc / Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Leuconostoc Ferment Filtrate, Fragrance. May Contain: Iron Oxides.

    • 12.1.18
      15mins said:

      I’d avoid this due to the willow bark, it’s a big source of salicylates

  124. 12.5.18
    Evelyn said:

    Hi doc, please help. Is it safe for pregnancy and nursing?

    COLORESCIENCE SUNFORGETTABLE SPF50
    Active Ingredients:
    Titanium Dioxide 22.5%; Zinc Oxide 22.5%

    Inactive Ingredients:
    Mica, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethiconol/Propylsilsequioxane/Silicate Crosspolymer, Lycopodium Clavatum Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Imperata Cyclindrica Root Extract, Glycerin, Water, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Quercus Robur (Oak) Wood Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Sprout Extract, Maltodextrin, Methicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Laureth-4, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Chromium Oxide Greens (CI 77288), Iron Oxides (CI77491, CI 77492, CI 77499).

    • 12.7.18
      15mins said:

      Ok for both 🙂

  125. 12.6.18
    Misa chow said:

    first of all, really thank you for your time to help us to analyze the products! It takes lots of time to read through the ingredients.

    I remember when I search Eye Creams With Retinol in Sephora website, the Fresh black tea eye cream did show up on the list but when I read the ingredients I can’t find retinol. I wonder is retinol also appear in another name? I have checked Tretinoin and Retin A not in the list, perhaps it’s Sephora mistake or they removed from the products?

    AQUA (WATER),ISONONYL ISONONANOATE,CETEARYL ISONONANOATE,HYDROGENATED POLYISOBUTENE,BUTYLENE GLYCOL,GLYCERIN,PENTYLENE GLYCOL,STEARETH-21 JOJOBA ESTERS,ALPINIA GALANGA LEAF EXTRACT,ALGIN,SACCHAROMYCES FERMENT FILTRATE CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT,LYCIUM CHINENSE FRUIT EXTRACT,RUBUS FRUTICOSUS (BLACKBERRY) LEAF EXTRACT,LITCHI CHINENSIS SEED EXTRACT,SORBITAN LAURATE SODIUM HYALURONATE,HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE,ADENOSINE,ACETYL DIPEPTIDE-1 CETYL ESTER TOCOPHERYL ACETATE,TOCOPHEROL,MYRISTYL MYRISTATE,BEHENYL ALCOHOL,CETYL ALCOHOL STEARYL ALCOHOL,GLYCERYL STEARATE,DECYLOXAZOLIDINONE,DIMETHICONE DIPHENYLSILOXY PHENYL TRIMETHICONE,PARFUM (FRAGRANCE),POLYACRYLAMIDE ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER,C13-14 ISOPARAFFIN,XANTHAN GUM SORBITOL,TROMETHAMINE,MALTODEXTRIN,DIMETHICONE/PHENYL VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER,LAURETH-7,POLYVINYL ALCOHOL ,BHT,CELLULOSE GUM CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE,CITRIC ACID ,SODIUM BENZOATE,SODIUM CITRATE POTASSIUM SORBATE,BIOTIN,PHENOXYETHANOL,LINALOOL,CITRONELLOL,GERANIOL
    HOW TO USE
    Apply to the face and neck daily, morning and night.

    • 12.7.18
      15mins said:

      I think that may have been an error on Sephora’s part. I don’t see any retinol in there and the descriptions on their site and Fresh don’t mention anything. It definitely wasn’t there when I reviewed the ingredient list. So I’m not sure why it showed up in that search. It’s definitely safe to use during pregnancy, and I don’t see hidden retinol 🙂

  126. 12.6.18
    Suzanne said:

    I’m wondering if La Roche-Posay Toleraine Double Repair Face Moisturizer is ok? Thank you for your help!

    Active ingredients: Avobenzone 3% (sunscreen) / Homosalate 5% (sunscreen) / Octisalate 5% (sunscreen) / Octocrylene 7% (sunscreen). Inactive ingredients: water (La Roche-Posay Prebiotic Thermal Water) / glycerin / silica / dimethicone / niacinamide / PEG-100 stearate / glyceryl stearate / stearic acid / stearyl alcohol / allantoin / ceramide NP / dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer / sodium hydroxide / myristic acid / myristyl alcohol / palmitic acid / ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate / disodium edta / capryloyl glycine / caprylyl glycol / citric acid / xanthan gum / T-butyl alcohol / cetyl alcohol / tocophero

    • 12.7.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, this has chemical sunscreens.

  127. 12.7.18
    Marissa Sciulli said:

    Thank you in advance for your review:

    Supergood Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40

    Isododecane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer, Isohexadecane, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Meadowfoam Estolide, Polyester-8, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Jojoba Esters, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Mannitol, Olibanum, Lecithin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Diatomaceous Earth, Zinc Sulfate, Silica, Tocopherol.

    • 12.7.18
      15mins said:

      You’re missing the actual sunscreen ingredients here, but they’re all chemical ones (Avobenzone 3%, Homosalate 8%, Octinoxate 4.5%, Octisalate 5%) and that’s what makes it unsafe. Sorry.

  128. 12.8.18
    Jasmine said:

    Hi Doc,

    Appreciates yr advice too for JILL STUART
    Airy Tint Watery CC Cream UV Veil containing following ingredients, whether it is suitable for pregnant ladies to use:

    Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Rosa Multiflora Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Rosemary Leaf Extract, Lavender Oil, Avocado Oil, Mica, Titanium Dioxide, Lauroyl Lysin

    Is silica, Phenyl Trimethicone/Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane ingredients safe in makeup and facial products too?

    Many thanks!

    • 12.9.18
      15mins said:

      This is ok

  129. 12.8.18
    Liz said:

    Hi dr. Please check this bb cream from iwhite korea

    Ingredients :Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract, Adenosine

    Aroma Herb Complex: Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Geranium Maculatum Extract, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract, Trifolium Pratense (Clover) Flower Extract, Alchemilla Vulagris Leaf Extract, Aspalathus Linearis Extract, Helichrysum Arenarium Extract, Boswellia Serrata Resin Extract

    Other Ingredients: Water, Butylene Glycol, Titanium Dioxide, Glycerin, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Dimethicone, Cylopentasiloxane, Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Isohexadecane, Polysorbate 80, Propanediol, Saccharide Isomerate, Allantoin, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Lecithin, Dimethiconol, Methyl Hydrogenated Rosinate, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Disodium EDTA, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499, Fragrance

    • 12.9.18
      15mins said:

      This looks ok

  130. 12.9.18
    hina said:

    hey i wanted to ask if the following are safe for use in preg thanx
    natio Tinted Moisturiser SPF 50
    ingredients:
    Water (Aqua), Isopropyl Palmitate, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Octocrylene, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Triazone, 4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor, Hydrated Silica, Stearic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Triethanolamine, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Phenoxyethanol, Xanthan Gum, Magnesium Aluminium Silicate, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Terminalia Ferdinandiana (Kakadu Plum) Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Dimethicone, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Methylparaben, Fragrance (Parfum), Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Tetrasodium EDTA. May contain: Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77489, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Kaolin (CI 77004).

    • 12.10.18
      15mins said:

      No, this has chemical sunscreens

      • 12.10.18
        hina said:

        may i know which one is it 🙂

        • 12.10.18
          15mins said:

          Octocrylene, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Triazone are all chemical sunscreens. I’m sure there are more after that, but I stopped after seeing those.

    • 12.17.18
      Jobelle Jalandoni said:

      How about this….. Is this safe? Super BB Moist Matte Cream
      NET WEIGHT: 30ml
      INGREDIENTS: G827442 – Ingredients: Aqua/Water, Isododecane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Cyclohexasiloxane, Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Peg-10 Dimethicone, Cetyl Peg/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, [+/- May Contain CI 77891 / Titanium Dioxide, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499 / Iron Oxides] (F.I.L B204752/1)

      • 12.18.18
        15mins said:

        As listed it is ok, but I think this product is actually advertised to have a sunscreen and I don’t see one listed here (or on the maybelline site)….

  131. 12.14.18
    Portia Wells said:

    Hello!

    Thanks so much for your site! I’ve been using your list whenever I go to Sephora.

    I think Josie Maran Sunscreen is okay, but would you mind giving it a look over?

    -Zinc Oxide 9.4%** and Titanium Dioxide 5.9%*: Provide sunscreen protection.
    -100 Percent Pure Argan Oil: Hydrates and moisturizes skin with antioxidants and vitamin E.
    -SunBoost ATB™: Supports sun protection while conditioning and nourishing the skin.
    -Jojoba: Smooths and softens.
    -Green Tea: Nourishes for youthful-, radiant-looking skin

    Water**, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride**, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice*, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate**, Cyclopentasiloxane, Polysilicone-11, Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil**, Glycerin**, Cera Alba (Beeswax)*, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Phenoxyethanol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Methicone, Alumina, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Chloride**, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Fragrance**, Bisabolol, Dimethicone, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil*, Laureth-12, Ethylhexylglycerin, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract*, Citric Acid**, Potassium Sorbate**, Sodium Benzoate**

    • 12.21.18
      15mins said:

      Looks ok!

  132. 12.16.18
    Deb said:

    Is Dr Dennis Gross Sun Defense Sunscreen Broad spectrum SPF 50 Ok for pregnancy?

    Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide (4.9%) Zinc Oxide (4.42%) Inactive Ingredients: Water/Aqua/Eau, Glycerin, Isononyl Isononanoate, Pentylene Glycol, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Coconut Alkanes, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Melatonin, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopherol, Nordihydroguaiaretic Acid, Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil, Boerhavia Diffusa Root Extract, Saccharide Isomerate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Phospholipids, Sphingolipids, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Flower Extract, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Glycolic Acid, Sodium PCA, Zinc PCA, Oleanolic Acid, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38, Acrylates/Carbamate Copolymer, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Bis-Ethylhexyl Hydroxydimethoxy Benzylmalonate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, BHT, PEG-60 Almond Glycerides, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Sodium Hydroxide, Isohexadecane, Caprylyl Glycol, Polysorbate 60, Carbomer, Propanediol, Stearic Acid, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Tromethamine, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil

    • 12.21.18
      15mins said:

      Looks ok

      • 12.22.18
        Deb said:

        Thank you!

  133. 12.16.18
    Nick said:

    Hi Doc! Thanks so much!! What about Clinique City Block Sheer SPF 25

    Titanium Dioxide 7.30% , Zinc Oxide 6.90%Ingredients: Water\Aqua\Eau , Trioctyldodecyl Citrate , Butylene Glycol , Cyclopentasiloxane , Dimethicone , C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate , Steareth-2 , Stearyl Heptanoate , Silica , Lecithin , Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer , Gentiana Lutea (Gentian) Root Extract , Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract , Hordeum Vulgare (Barley) Extract\Extrait D’Orge , Betula Alba (Birch) Bark Extract , Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract , Laminaria Saccharina Extract , Saccharomyces Lysate Extract , Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seedcake , Sodium Hyaluronate , Sorbitan Tristearate , Linoleic Acid , Polyquaternium-51 , Caprylyl Methicone , Sorbitol , Sodium Rna , Peg-40 Stearate , Caprylyl Glycol , Tocopheryl Acetate , Phytantriol , Stearic Acid , Hydrogenated Lecithin , Cellulose , Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate , Stearyl Dimethicone , Ascorbyl Tocopheryl Maleate , Nordihydroguaiaretic Acid , Linolenic Acid , Pantethine , Bisabolol , Ceteth-2 , Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone , Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate , Steareth-20 , Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate , Propylene Glycol Dicaprate , Sodium Stearate , Nylon-12 , Citric Acid , Aluminum Hydroxide , Nylon-6 , Hexylene Glycol , Xanthan Gum , Disodium Edta , Bht , Phenoxyethanol , Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891) , Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499)

    • 12.21.18
      15mins said:

      looks fine

  134. 12.17.18
    Jobelle Jalandoni said:

    Hey just wanted to ask if iwhite bb holic safe to use when pregnant.. Thank you in advance!

    Active Ingredients: Niacinamide; Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract; Portulaca Oleracea Extract; Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract; Adenosine

    • 12.18.18
      15mins said:

      This is ok

  135. 12.18.18
    Irene said:

    Hi,
    Would this be safe?

    Shiseido – Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Mild Milk (For Sensitive Skin) SPF 50+ PA++++

    Thank you

    Cyclopentasiloxane,, zinc oxide,, diisopropyl sebacate,, methyl methacrylate crosspolymer,, water,, cetyl ethylhexanoate,, pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate,, triethylhexanoin,, butylene glycol,, diethylhexyl succinate,, titanium dioxide,, dimethicone,, glycerin,, polymethylsilsesquioxane,, dextrin palmitate,, PEG-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone,, ethylhexyl triazone,, ratzillacosme.com do.not.copy,, diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate,, disteardimonium hectorite,, trimethylsiloxysilicate,, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine,, PEG/PPG-14/7 dimethyl ether,, sodium chloride,, dipotassium glycyrrhizate,, angelica acutiloba root extract,, thymus serpyllum extract,, rosa roxburghii fruit extract,, sodium hyaluronate,, PEG-10 dimethicone,, aluminum hydroxide,, stearic acid,, silica,, sodium citrate,, sodium metabisulfite,, tocopherol.

    • 12.18.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, this has licorice root extract as well as chemical sunscreens

  136. 12.19.18
    Laia said:

    Hello,
    Thank you for all the information, doctor. I went to my pharmacy and asked for a mineral sunscreen. I am nursing my 1 year old and they gave me this one: Topicrem Ultra-hydratante SPF 50. They said it was mineral and I could use it on my baby too. In the packaging it doesn’t say it’s mineral but it does say it’s good for babies, children and adults. Could you tell me if it’s safe?

    Ingredients:
    AQUA (WATER) . DIBUTYL ADIPATE . DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE . HOMOSALATE . GLYCERIN . C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE . ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE . TRIDECYL SALICYLATE . DIMETHICONE . POLYGLYCERYL-3 METHYLGLUCOSE DISTEARATE . POLYSILICONE-15 . POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE . BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE . UREA . BEHENETH-25 . 1,2-HEXANEDIOL . METHYL METHACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER . PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM (MINERAL OIL) . POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE . CETYL ALCOHOL . XANTHAN GUM . ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN .POLYSILICONE-11 . CHLORPHENESIN . C12-13 ALCOHOLS . TOCOPHEROL . SILICA . SODIUM HYDROXIDE . PARFUM (FRAGRANCE)

    Thank you.

    • 12.21.18
      15mins said:

      This does have chemical sunscreens (homosalate) and salicylates (tridecyl salicylate) so I wouldn’t use this while pregnant.

  137. 12.19.18
    Sarah Sim said:

    Hi Dr,

    May I know if this Cle de Peau sunscreen is ok for pregnancy?

    Thank you!

    ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: Purpose OCTINOXATE 7.4% ・・・・・ Sunscreen OCTOCRYLENE 3.0% ・・・・・ Sunscreen ZINC OXIDE 16.4% ・・・・・ Sunscreen INACTIVE INGREDIENTS:WATER・DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL・ISOHEXADECANE・ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE・GLYCERIN・SD ALCOHOL 40-B・LAURYL PEG-9 POLYDIMETHYLSILOXYETHYL DIMETHICONE・DIMETHICONE・POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE・DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE・POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE・PEG/PPG-14/7 DIMETHYL ETHER・POLYBUTYLENE GLYCOL/PPG-9/1 COPOLYMER・MACADAMIA SEED OIL POLYGLYCERYL-6 ESTERS BEHENATE・PEG-6・PEG-32・SILICA・TREHALOSE・TOCOPHERYL ACETATE・POLYQUATERNIUM-51・SODIUM ACETYLATED HYALURONATE・DIPOTASSIUM GLYCYRRHIZATE・SAXIFRAGA SARMENTOSA EXTRACT・GINKGO BILOBA LEAF EXTRACT・THYMUS SERPILLUM EXTRACT・CRATAEGUS MONOGYNA FLOWER EXTRACT・HYDROLYZED SILK・2-O-ETHYL ASCORBIC ACID・SCUTELLARIA BAICALENSIS ROOT EXTRACT・UNCARIA GAMBIR EXTRACT・GARCINIA MANGOSTANA BARK EXTRACT・HIBISCUS SABDARIFFA FLOWER EXTRACT・PANAX GINSENG ROOT EXTRACT・BUPLEURUM FALCATUM ROOT EXTRACT・HYDROLYZED CONCHIOLIN PROTEIN・HYDROGENATED POLYDECENE・HYDROGEN DIMETHICONE・ISOSTEARIC ACID・BUTYLENE GLYCOL・TRISODIUM EDTA・TALC・ALCOHOL・BHT・TOCOPHEROL・TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE・THEANINE・PHENOXYETHANOL・FRAGRANCE・IRON OXIDES・TITANIUM DIOXIDE・MICA・

    • 12.21.18
      15mins said:

      I would avoid due to chemical sunscreens, sorry!

  138. 12.21.18
    Angie said:

    Hi Doc, thank you so much for taking the time. These articles and responses are so helpful! Can you help me check the ingredients for Keihl’s BB cream with SPF 50? Thank you so much!!

    As listed on Sephora:

    Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid): Brightens and improves the appearance of skin aging.
    -Combination of Homosalate 10%, Octocrylene 5%, and Ehtylhexyl Salicylate5% plus Titanium Dioxide 1.63%: Act as UV filters to provide high level broad spectrum SPF 50 sun protection.

    Water, Dicaprylyl Ether, Glycerin, Alcohol Denat., Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Silica, Nylon-12, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Tribehenin, Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Adenosine, Aluminum Hydroxide, May Contain, Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides.

    As listed on Keihl’s website:
    ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
    HOMOSALATE 10%
    OCTISALATE 5%
    OCTOCRYLENE 5%
    TITANIUM DIOXIDE 1.63%
    COSMETIC INGREDIENTS
    WATER
    DICAPRYLYL ETHER
    GLYCERIN
    ALCOHOL DENAT.
    POLYGLYCERYL-4 ISOSTEARATE
    ASCORBYL GLUCOSIDE
    SILICA
    NYLON-12
    DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE
    TRIBEHENIN
    PEG-30 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE
    SODIUM CHLORIDE
    PHENOXYETHANOL
    DISODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE
    ADENOSINE
    ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE
    MAY CONTAIN
    TITANIUM DIOXIDE
    IRON OXIDES

    • 12.21.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, this was left off of the Kiehl’s list due to chemical sunscreens

  139. 12.22.18
    Nathalia said:

    Hi again,
    Can you please take a look at this one:
    Avene MAT PERFECT FPS 60
    WATER (AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL [NANO]. DIISOPROPYL ADIPATE. SILICA. BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. DIETHYLHEXYL BUTAMIDO TRIAZONE. ALCOHOL. ALUMINUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE. BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE. C10-18 TRIGLYCERIDES. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. DECYL GLUCOSIDE. AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). GLYCERYL STEARATE. PEG-100 STEARATE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER. ASCORBYL GLUCOSIDE. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. DISODIUM EDTA. GLYCERIN. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. CI 77492. CI 77491. CI 77499. SODIUM HYDROXIDE. STEARYL ALCOHOL. TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891). TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM.
    Thank you, Nathalia

    • 12.22.18
      15mins said:

      No, this has chemical sunscreens, sorry

  140. 12.23.18
    Tamara said:

    Hi! I just came across your blog and find it extremely useful!
    I am wondering if the following product is considered safe:
    LAROCHE POSAY ANTHELIOS MINERAL TINTED ULTRA-FLUID LOTION SPF 50

    Active: Titanium Dioxide 11% (sunscreen).
    Inactive: Aqua, Isododecane, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dimethicone, Undecane, Triethylhexanoin, Isohexadecane, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Nylon-12, Caprylyl Methicone, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Phenethyl Benzoate, Silica, Tridecane, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Talc, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Aluminum Stearate, Pentylene Glycol, Alumina, Aluminum Hydroxide, Benzoic Acid, C9-15 Fluoroalcohol Phosphate, Caprylyl Glycol, Cassia Alata Leaf Extract, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, Magnesium Sulfate, Maltodextrin, PEG-8 Laurate, PEG-9, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Propylene Carbonate, Propylene Glycol, Stearic Acid, Tocopherol. (Code F.I.L.: K50867/4)

    THANKS!

    • 12.30.18
      15mins said:

      Sorry, I would avoid this due to the Butyloctyl Salicylate

  141. 12.23.18
    Melissa said:

    Thank you so much for this post and website! It’s a bit overwhelming trying to tackle this on my own. Can you let me know if Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Sunscreen Face Lotion (SPF 50) is safe?

    Active ingredients
    ZINC OXIDE (21.6%)

    Inactive ingredients
    Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Phenyl Trimethicone, Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Glycerin, Ethyl Methicone, Cetyl Dimethicone, Silica, Colloidal Oatmeal, Tocopheryl Acetate, Chrysanthemum Parthenium (Feverfew) Flower/Leaf/Stem Juice, Glyceryl Behenate, Phenethyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetyl Dimethicone/Bis-Vinyldimethicone Crosspolymer, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin

    • 12.26.18
      15mins said:

      Looks ok!

  142. 12.27.18
    NEIA MAE BINEGAY said:

    Hi doctor.. I just want to ask if Ponds Bb cream is safe for pregnant? How about 2 en 1 or avon lipsticks? Thank you so much doctor. God bless!

    • 12.30.18
      15mins said:

      I’m sorry, I don’t answer re: safety without a full ingredient list

  143. 1.2.19
    Amelie said:

    Hi Doctor!

    I’m really happy that I came across your site!
    I’ve been using this product for years but i’m now quite skeptical if it’s safe to use during pregnancy. I would like to seek your expertise here 🙂

    Product brand: IDS Aesthetic
    Name of product: Diamond-dust perfector

    INGREDIENTS:

    Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, PEG/PPG-19/19 Dimethicone, Caprylyl Methicone, Titanium Dioxide, Ethanol, C30-45 Alkyldimethylsilyl Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Water, Iron Oxide (CI 77499), Zinc Oxide, Talc, Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(trimethylsiloxy)silyethyl Dimethicone, Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer, Iron Oxide (CI 77491), Aluminum Hydroxide, Iron Oxide (CI 77492), Silica, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Mineral Oil/ Paraffinum iquidum, Diamond Powder

    Hoping to get your reply soon! Thank you!!

    • 1.2.19
      15mins said:

      Looks ok!

  144. 1.2.19
    Lucy said:

    Hi Dr.

    It’s Lucy again.

    Another product wanted to check is Chantecaille Just Skin Tinted Moisturizer

    Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide 10.157%

    Inactive Ingredients: Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butylene Glycol, Talc, Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate, Glycerin, Peg-10 Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Pentylene Glycol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Magnesium Sulfate, Peg-400, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Dimethicone/ Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Mica, Phenoxyethanol, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Dextrin Palmitate, Tocopherol, Alumina, Alcohol Den., Damask Rose (Rosa Damascena) Flower Water, Edelweiss (Leontopodium Alpinum) Extract, Thyme (Thymus Vulgaris) Flower/leaf Extract, Butterfly-bush (Buddleja Davidii) Extract, Tea (Camellia Sinensis) Leaf Extract, Algae Extract, Honeysuckle (Lonicera Japonica) Flower Extract, Superoxide Dismutase, Sodium Dextran Sulfate, Soy (Glycine Soja) Protein, Sodium Benzoate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Sorbate, P-hydroxyanisole, Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides

    Thanks!

    • 1.2.19
      15mins said:

      Looks ok

  145. 1.4.19
    Ley said:

    Hi Doctor,

    I was wondering if Prestige Creme D’ Escargot B.B cream is safe during pregnancy?

    Ingredients
    Water, snail secretion filtrate, titanium dioxide (CI 77891), ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, glycerin, glycereth-26, arbutin, butylene glycol, cyclomethicone, PEG-10 dimethicone, cetearyl alcohol, glyceryl stearate SE, polysorbate 60, silica, cyclopentasiloxane, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, phenoxyethanol, polymethyl methacrylate, iron oxides (CI 77492), sodium polyacrylate, synthetic fluorphlogopite, fragrance, ethylhexyl stearate, chlorphenesin, dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, inulin lauryl carbamate, iron oxides (CI 77491) iron oxides (CI 77499), methicone, grifola frondosa (maitake) mycelium ferment filtrate extract, sh-oligopeptide-1, tricholoma matsutake estract, adenosine, trideceth-6, disodium EDTA.

    • 1.4.19
      15mins said:

      I would avoid this due to the Snail Secretion and Arbutin.

  146. 1.4.19
    Jennifer said:

    Hi Doctor! So happy to come across your site! I wanted to ask if this sunscreen is safe for pregnancy, it’s so hard to find physical sunscreen in my country. Thank you so much!

    Skin Aqua UV Moisture Milk SPF50
    Ingredients:
    Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Zinc Oxide, Silica, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Methicone, Triethoxysilylethyl polydimethylsiloxyethyl hexyl dimethicone, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Butylene Glycol, Triethylhexanoin, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Lauroyl lysine, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Methylparaben, Disodium EDTA, Propylparaben, Tocopheryl Acetate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Hydrolyzed collagen, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol

    • 1.4.19
      15mins said:

      Sorry, the Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate is a chemical sunscreen and there’s also licorice root in this.

  147. 1.4.19
    amanda said:

    I’m so HAPPY to have found you site and truly appreciate you taking the time!
    Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen – safe for pregnancy?

    Active Ingredients:
    Avobenzone 3%, Homosalate 8%, Octinoxate 4.5%, Octisalate 5%

    Inactive Ingredients:
    Isododecane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer, Isohexadecane, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Meadowfoam Estolide, Polyester-8, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Jojoba Esters, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Mannitol, Olibanum, Lecithin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Diatomaceous Earth, Zinc Sulfate, Silica, Tocopherol

    • 1.4.19
      15mins said:

      Sorry, this has chemical sunscreens

      • 1.5.19
        amanda said:

        Thank you!

  148. 1.5.19
    Amanda said:

    I’m literately going through everything since I found you site! And thank you for the command / F recommendation, a lot of what I intended to ask I found via other readers.

    COOLA
    Classic Face Sport SPF 50 – White Tea
    -Avobenzone 3%, Octinoxate 6.2%: Deliver broad-spectrum sun protection.

    Acacia Farnesiana (ORGANIC Acacia) Extract, AcrylatesCopolymer, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract (ORGANIC), Camellia Sinensis LeafExtract (ORGANIC), Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Carthamus Tinctorius(Safflower) Oleosomes, Cirtus Aurantium Dulcis (ORGANIC Orange) Fruit Water,Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Euterpe Oleracea (ORGANIC Acai) Fruit Oil, Flavor, FragariaVesca (ORGANIC Strawberry) Fruit Extract, Glycerin (ORGANIC), Helianthus Annuus(ORGANIC Sunflower) Seed Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Linum Usitatissimum (ORGANICLinseed) Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis (ORGANIC Evening Primrose) Oil, PlanktonExtract, Salvia Hispanica (ORGANIC Chia) Seed Oil, Trisodium EthylenediamineDisuccinate, Water, Xanthan Gum.

    • 1.5.19
      15mins said:

      It does help, I swear! I’ve answered so many already. It’s become overwhelming even with that though, hence this week’s project to break it all down by brand. 🙂

      I’d avoid this one due to the chemical sunscreens

      • 1.5.19
        amanda said:

        What in this makes it chemical – that way I can stop asking you! hahah

        • 1.6.19
          15mins said:

          Sunscreen that isn’t zinc or titanium is chemical. This one has Avobenzone and Octinoxate

  149. 1.6.19
    Serena said:

    Hi-
    I looked on your site to see if these had been covered -I only found the Dr Jart BB and CC creams. My apologies if I missed where you previously reviewed the Dr Jart Ceramidin Liquid and Cream. Could you please tell me if these 2 are pregnancy safe?

    Thank you so much for the info you put on this site! It’s so helpful!

    Dr Jart+ Ceramidin Liquid

    Ingredients
    -5-Cera Complex: Deeply moisturizes and strengthens skin.
    -Panthenol: Relieves cracked or flaky skin.

    Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Alcohol, Betaine, Propanediol, Glycosyl Trehalose, 1,2-Hexanediol, Erythritol, Pentylene Glycol, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Triethylhexanoin, Diphenyl Dimethicone, Triethylhexanoin, Panthenol, Butylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Icus Carica (Fig) Fruit Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Extract, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Pyracantha Fortuneana Fruit Extract, Carbomer, Cellulose Gum, Sucrose Distearate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Methylpropanediol, Disodium Edta, Glyceryl Polymethacrylate, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, C12-14 Pareth-12, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Dextrin, Glyceryl Stearate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Oil, Pogostemon Cablin Oil, Cholesterol, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide AS, Ceramide NS.

    Dr Jart+ Ceramidin Cream
    Ingredients
    -5-Cera Complex: Thoroughly moisturizes and strengthens skin.
    -Bifida Ferment Lysate, Beetroot, and Hyaluronic Acid: Keep skin moisturized.

    Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Hydrogenated Polydecene, Methyl Trimethicone, 1, 2-Hexanediol, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Vegetable Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Ceramide NP, Stearic Acid, Algae Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract, Cetearyl Glucoside, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Butylene Glycol, C12-16 Alcohols, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Malt Extract, Beta Vulgaris (Beet) Root Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Throbroma Caco (Cocoa) Seed Extract, Curuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Cynara Scolymus (Artichoke) Leaf Extract, Pteris Multifida Extract, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Pyracantha Fortuneana Fruit Extract, Glycerly Polymethacrylate, Cholesterol, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Sodium Hyaluronate, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Fructooligosaccharides, Beta-Glucan, Dextrin, Disodium EDTA, Panthenol, Polyquaternium-51, Raffinose, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Folic Acid, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Oil, Pogostemon Cablin Oil, Tromethamine, Ceramide AP, Ceramide AS, Ceramide NS, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Ceramide EOP

    • 1.6.19
      15mins said:

      The first has licorice root so I would avoid that. The 2nd is fine

  150. 1.6.19
    N said:

    Hi Dr,

    I was just wondering if you could help me if this product is safe to use during pregnancy

    Flawless Radiance Derma+
    BB+ Cream SPF 30 PA++

    List of Ingredients,

    Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Caprylyl Methicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone, Potassium Chloride, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Sucrose Distearate, Titanium Dioxide, Acrylates Crosspolymer, Stearyl Dimethicone, Perfume, Stearic Acid , Magnesium Sulfate, Cholesterol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, DMDM Hydantoin, Octadecane, Isomerized Linoleic Acid, Ammonium Lactate, Disodium EDTA, Acetamide MEA,Retinyl Palmitate, Cetyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, BHT, CI 17200

    Benefits

    Increase your skin’s radiance in 7 days with a formula that brightens and clears up your complexion. Created with GenActiv™ technology, this breakthrough formula reaches deep into your skin to regulate and adapt to the DNA that produces melanin– the first ever skin-lightening cream that adapts to your skin!

    I want to buy this product but concern with the ingredients because i do not know what they are.

    Thank you

    • 1.6.19
      15mins said:

      The sunscreen ingredients aren’t listed here, but I wouldn’t use this due to the retinoid.

  151. 1.7.19
    Jennifer said:

    Hello, I am wondering if this is safe facial sunscreen. Thank you for your help!

    Weightless Protection Broad Spectrum SPF 45

    Active: Zinc Oxide 9.0%, Octinoxate 7.5%.

    Inactive: Butylene Glycol, Caffeine, Cyclopentasiloxane, Hydroxyethyl Acrelate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Lodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Lactic Acid, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Oleth-3 Phosphate, PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether, Phenoxyethanol, Polyisobutene, Silybum Marianum Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Water/Aqua/Eau.

    • 1.7.19
      15mins said:

      Sorry, this has chemical sunscreens

  152. 1.15.19
    Bethany Cooper said:

    Volition prismatic luminizing shield

    INGREDIENTS: Cyclopentasiloxane, Water, Coconut Alkanes, Isododecane, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer, Lauryl Dimethicone, Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Hexyl Dimethicone, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Titanium Dioxide, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Water, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Alcohol, Sophora Flavescens Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis (Licorice) Root Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, CI 77491, CI 77492.

    • 1.16.19
      15mins said:

      No, this has licorice root

  153. 1.19.19
    Grace said:

    Hi Doctor,

    May I know if IT Cosmetic CC cream is safe to use during pregnancy? Thank you so much

    ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: TITANIUM DIOXIDE 9.0% ZINC OXIDE 6.3% INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: WATER, SNAIL SECRETION FILTRATE, PHENYL TRIMETHICONE, DIMETHICONE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, BUTYLENE GLYCOL DICAPRYLATE/DICAPRATE, ORBIGNYA OLEIFERA SEED OIL, BUTYLOCTYL SALICYLATE, CETYL PEG/PPG-10/1 DIMETHICONE, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, CYCLOHEXASILOXANE, MAGNESIUM SULFATE, POLYGLYCERYL-4 ISOSTEARATE, DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, HEXYL LAURATE, STEARIC ACID, CALCIUM STEARATE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, CITRUS MEDICA LIMONUM (LEMON) PEEL OIL, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE, PHENOXYETHANOL, CITRUS AURANTIUM BERGAMIA (BERGAMOT) FRUIT OIL, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, DISODIUM EDTA, CITRUS AURANTIUM DULCIS (ORANGE) PEEL OIL, CITRUS AURANTIFOLIA (LIME) OIL, VITIS VINIFERA (GRAPE) SEED OIL, PUNICA GRANATUM SEED OIL, PINUS SYLVESTRIS LEAF OIL, PERSEA GRATISSIMA (AVOCADO) OIL, NIACINAMIDE, CITRUS GRANDIS (GRAPEFRUIT) PEEL OIL, CHOLESTEROL, ANTHEMIS NOBILIS FLOWER WATER, LACTOBACILLUS/HONEYSUCKLE FLOWER/LICORICE ROOT/MORUS ALBA ROOT/PUERARIA LOBATA ROOT/SCHIZANDRA CHINENSIS FRUIT/SCUTELLARIA BAICALENSIS ROOT/SOPHORA JAPONICA FLOWER EXTRACT FERMENT FILTRATE, PERFLUOROHEXANE, OLEA EUROPAEA (OLIVE) LEAF EXTRACT, GLYCERIN, EUCALYPTUS GLOBULUS LEAF OIL, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, CHRYSANTHEMUM INDICUM FLOWER EXTRACT, PUERARIA LOBATA ROOT EXTRACT, PERFLUORODECALIN, MORUS ALBA FRUIT EXTRACT, MAGNOLIA KOBUS BARK EXTRACT, GLYCINE SOJA (SOYBEAN) SPROUT EXTRACT, DIOSPYROS KAKI LEAF EXTRACT, CINNAMOMUM CASSIA BARK EXTRACT, ARTEMISIA PRINCEPS LEAF EXTRACT, PENTAFLUOROPROPANE, CURCUMA LONGA (TURMERIC) ROOT EXTRACT, STEARETH-20, HYDROLYZED HYALURONIC ACID, COLLOIDAL OATMEAL, HYDROLYZED SILK, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM BENZOATE, POTASSIUM SORBATE, ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, N-HYDROXYSUCCINIMIDE, HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN, CAPRYLHYDROXAMIC ACID, TOCOPHEROL, THIAMINE HCL, RIBOFLAVIN, RETINYL PALMITATE, PANTOTHENIC ACID, PALMITOYL OLIGOPEPTIDE, NIACIN, FOLIC ACID, CHRYSIN, CARNITINE HCL, BIOTIN, ASCORBIC ACID, PALMITOYL TETRAPEPTIDE-7, CHLORHEXIDINE DIGLUCONATE. MAY CONTAIN: IRON OXIDES (CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499).

    • 1.19.19
      15mins said:

      It isn’t, sorry

  154. 1.21.19
    HP said:

    Good afternoon Dr. –

    What do you think about IT Cosmetics CC cream? Many thanks!

    Ingredients:

    -Collagen: Supports skin elasticity for a youthful, smooth appearance.
    -Peptides: Help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and support natural collagen for the look of smoother, firmer skin.
    -Niacin: Promotes a more even appearance and helps combat the look of blemishes and hyperpigmentation.
    -Antioxidants: Reduce and protect against free-radical damage, which can cause skin inflammation and aging.
    -Titanium Dioxide 9.0%, Zinc Oxide 6.3%: Sunscreen.

    Water, Snail Secretion Filtrate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Magnesium Sulfate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Aluminum Hydroxide, Hexyl Laurate, Stearic Acid, Calcium Stearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Phenoxyethanol, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Disodium Edta, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Punica Granatum Seed Oil, Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Niacinamide, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Cholesterol, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water, Lactobacillus/Honeysuckle Flower/Licorice Root/Morus Alba Root/Pueraria Lobata Root/Schizandra Chinensis Fruit/Scutellaria Baicalensis Root/Sophora Japonica Flower Extract Ferment Filtrate, Perfluorohexane, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chrysanthemum Indicum Flower Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Perfluorodecalin, Morus Alba Fruit Extract, Magnolia Kobus Bark Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sprout Extract, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Pentafluoropropane, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Steareth-20, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Colloidal Oatmeal, Hydrolyzed Silk, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, N-Hydroxysuccinimide, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Tocopherol, Thiamine Hcl, Riboflavin, Retinyl Palmitate, Pantothenic Acid, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Niacin, Folic Acid, Chrysin, Carnitine Hcl, Biotin, Ascorbic Acid, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Chlorhexidine Digluconate. May Contain: Iron Oxides (Ci 77492, Ci 77491, Ci 77499).

    • 1.21.19
      15mins said:

      It isn’t safe for pregnancy. It has snail secretion, salicylates and a retinoid. It’s fine for nursing, and it’s one of my favorite BB Creams.

  155. 1.22.19
    Megan Easley said:

    Hi there,
    I love your website, thanks for all that you do. I was wondering about Coola Daydream® Mineral SPF 30 Makeup Primer Sunscreen. The ingredients are
    ACTIVE INGREDIENTS (SUNSCREEN):
    Zinc Oxide – 4.0%, Titanium Dioxide – 2.3%

    INACTIVE INGREDIENTS:
    Alumina, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Hexyl Laurate, Iris Pallida Leaf Cell Extract, Isododecane, Lonicera Japonica Callus Extract, Mica, Nymphaea Alba Leaf Cell Extract, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Polysilicone-11, Silica, Stearic Acid, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Trimethylsiloxysilicate

    Thank you for your time.

    • 1.24.19
      15mins said:

      This is ok

  156. 1.25.19
    Shi Hui said:

    Hi Dr,

    First and foremost, thank you for taking this initiative to consolidate these lists so that all expecting mummys can have a peace of mind when selecting skin care/make up products during the course of pregnancy.

    I am currently using this these products and would like to know if the ingredients are safe for use during pregnancy and nursing?

    Also, will ingredients in consealers be absorbed into the skin? Should consealers be a cause of concern?

    SEKKISEI WHITE BB Cream moist SPF40 PA+++

    Water,, alcohol,, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate,, propylene glycol dicaprate,, polysilicone-15,, diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate,, butylene glycol,, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine,, akebia quinata stem extract,, angelica acutiloba root extract,, coix lacryma-jobi (job’s tears) seed extract,, paeonia suffruticosa root extract,, ratzillacosme.com do.not.copy,, melothria heterophylla root extract,, prunus persica (peach) leaf extract,, BHT,, disodium EDTA,, PEG-30 phytosterol,, PEG-5 phytosterol,, acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer,, dimethicone/PEG-10/15 crosspolymer,, vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymer,, carbomer,, glycerin,, silica,, diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone,, dimethicone,, sodium dilauramidoglutamide lysine,, glyceryl stearate,, cetearyl alcohol,, ammonium silver zinc aluminum silicate,, talc,, potassium hydroxide,, phenoxyethanol,, methylparaben,, fragrance,, mica,, titanium dioxide

    INNISFREE NO SEBUM MINERAL POWDER

    Ingredients, white Mineral Powder: silica, modified corn starch, dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, caprylic/capric triglyceride, mica, green tea (Camellia sinensis) leaf extract, mint (Mentha arvensis) leaf extract, mineral salts, ethylhexylglycerin, glyceryl caprylate, dimethicone, ethylene/acrylic acid copolymer, 1,2-hexanediol.

    Thanks!!

    • 1.26.19
      15mins said:

      The BB Cream has chemical sunscreens so I would avoid it while pregnant, it’s fine for nursing.. Powders you don’t need to worry about. Concealers mostly sit on the surface of the skin, but some likely does get absorbed.

  157. 1.26.19
    Lena said:

    Hello! What a cool website and an amazing work you do here!
    I have been wondering about the following product

    Missha Flash Up Sun SPF50+ PA++++

    Ingredients:
    Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Dipropylene Glycol, Octocrylene, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Glycerin, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Mica, Titanium Dioxide, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chrysanthemum Indicum Flower Extract, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract, Morus Alba Fruit Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Butylene Glycol, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water, Helichrysum Italicum Flower Water, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Leaf Water, Ceramide NP, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Bis-PEG/PPG-20/5 PEG/PPG-20/5 Dimethicone, Methoxy PEG/PPG-25/4 Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Isohexadecane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hydroxide, Polysorbate 80, Sorbitan Oleate, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Fragrance

    Thank you so much for your time

    • 1.26.19
      15mins said:

      Sorry, i would avoid this due to chemical susncreens

  158. 1.28.19
    Leni said:

    Hi Doctor, I really appreciate your time for looking into this one.
    I was wondering if Ethylhexyl Triazone is kind of chemical sunscreen too?

    This is for Klairs Soft Airy UV Essence:

    Water (Aqua), Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Butylene Glycol, Dibutyl Adipate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Silica, Cetearyl Olivate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Olivate, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Sorbitan Stearate, Panthenol, Beta-Glucan, Disodium EDTA, Citrus Junos Fruit Extract, Adenosine, Sodium Hyaluornate, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Allantoin, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil

    • 1.28.19
      15mins said:

      Yes, it isn’t approved in the US but it’s a chemical sunscreen

  159. 1.29.19
    Alexanne Moreau said:

    Hello!
    Is NARS Pure radiant Tinted mosturizer safe?

    WATER, DIMETHICONE, ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, PROPANEDIOL, DIETHYLHEXYL SUCCINATE, GLYCERIN, NYLON-12, CYCLOMETHICONE, PEG-9 POLYDIMETHYLSILOXYETHYL DIMETHICONE, PEG-10 DIMETHICONE, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, DIPHENYLSILOXY PHENYL TRIMETHICONE, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, SORBITAN SESQUIISOSTEARATE, STEARIC ACID PHENOXYETHANOL, POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE, FRAGRANCE, DIMETHICONE/VINYL, DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, TRISODIUM, EDTA, ALUMINUM DISTEARATE, TALC, ASCORBYL GLUCOSIDE, POLYSILICONE-2, VIBRIO ALGINOLYTICUS FERMENT FILTRATE, TOCOPHEROL, ALTEROMONAS FERMENT FILTRATE, MARIS SAL (SEA SALT), HYDROGEN DIMETHICONE, BHT, ALGAE (ALGAE EXTRACT), SODIUM METABISULFITE, CURCUMA LONGA [CURCUMA LONGA (TURMERIC) ROOT EXTRACT], POTASSIUM SORBATE, GERANIOL, LIMONENE, CITRAL, LINALOOL [+/- (MAY CONTAIN): CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE), CI 77491 (IRON OXIDES), CI 77492 (IRON OXIDES), CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES)].

    And how about the Clarins Instant concealer?

    Aqua/Water/Eau, Isononyl Isononanoate, Butylene Glycol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Polyglyceryl-3 Ricinoleate, Sorbitan Oleate, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Sodium Chloride, Silica, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Phenoxyethanol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Sorbic Acid, Propylene Carbonate, Mica, Lysine, Magnesium Chloride, Caffeine, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Siloxanetriol Alginate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate.

    • 1.29.19
      15mins said:

      The nars has chemical sunscreens. The Clarins is ok though

  160. 2.2.19
    Shar said:

    Hi Christine! Thanks so much for all the helpful information you provide. I’ve been looking for a daytime moisturizer (preferably anti-aging) with sunscreen that’s safe for pregnancy–and I remain a bit confused about what you have posted above. Perricone MD’s Photo Plasma seems to have been discontinued, and Fresh’s Black Tea Age-Delay lotion does in fact contain a chemical sunscreen (I checked the ingredients when I went in to buy it). Are you aware of a daily moisturizer with sunscreen that’s pregnancy-safe? Thanks!

    • 2.2.19
      15mins said:

      Unfortunately I’m at the mercy of the online ingredient lists, and often there are product reformulations (and Photo Plasma was a best seller at Sephora when I made this list). All of the products on this list were purely mineral based at the time I published. I recommend checking my post on pregnancy friendly skincare products, there are a lot of sunscreens in there.

      • 2.3.19
        Sam said:

        I had a similar question as Shar above.

        So there aren’t any pregnancy-safe moisturizers w/sunscreen you know of or would recommend? I am hoping to avoid layering on multiple products. Thank you so much.

        • 2.3.19
          15mins said:

          This post has an entire list of them above, 1 was discontinued and another may have been reformulated (note I haven’t been able to confirm this with the brand, I’m waiting for an email back as the active sunscreen ingredients are no longer listed on line, but they were when I made this list). I’ll make a separate post of just lotions with sunscreen.

          • 2.3.19
            Sam said:

            Wow, thank you that is very helpful.

            Where will I find the post? This page? Thanks!!

          • 2.3.19
            15mins said:

            I’m writing it now. OMG I looked for forever to find the lotions! Very few are available, you’re absolutely right! I was like… wait there are tons of sunscreens here. But they’re ones you’d need to layer, something that drives me crazy. There’s a good range of price points, a couple of Neutrogenas up to more expensive. Hopefully I’ll have it ready for tomorrow, I’ll come back and post the link here and in the post!

          • 2.4.19
            15mins said:
          • 2.6.19
            Shar said:

            THANK YOU!!

  161. 2.3.19
    Sammie said:

    Hi Doctor,
    I’m wondering is this safe?
    ACTIVE INGREDIENTS Octocrylene 30 mg/g, Ethylhexyl Triazone 20 mg/g, 4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor 20 mg/g, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 30 mg/g. CONTAINS Phenoxyethanol.

    Thank you so muchhhh ❤️

    • 2.3.19
      15mins said:

      Sorry this has chemical sunscreens

  162. 2.7.19
    Ola said:

    Hi dr,

    Can you please tell me if dior skin nude bb is safe during pregnancy?

    AQUA (WATER) – METHYL TRIMETHICONE – DIMETHICONE – ALCOHOL – PEG 9 POLYDIMETHYLSILOXYETHYL DIMETHICONE – BUTYLENE GLYCOL – PHENYL TRIMETHICONE – ISODODECANE – ACRYLATES / DIMETHICONE COPOLYMER – SILICA – GLYCERIN – PHENOXYETHANOL – ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE – DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER – MICA – SODIUM MYRISTOYL GLUTAMATE – STEARIC ACID – DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE – TOCOPHERYL ACETATE – CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT – PROPYLENE CARBONATE – TETRASODIUM EDTA – PARFUM (FRAGRANCE) – MALTODEXTRIN – BHT – ASPALATHUS LINEARIS LEAF EXTRACT – SERICIN – LINALOOL – LIMONENE – BUTYLPHENYL METHYLPROPIONAL – HIBISCUS SABDARIFFA FLOWER EXTRACT – RHODOCHROSITE EXTRACT – MALVA SYLVESTRIS (MALLOW) EXTRACT – HYDROLYZED LINSEED EXTRACT – CITRONELLOL – BALANITES ROXBURGHII SEED OIL – CITRIC ACID – POTASSIUM SORBATE – SORBIC ACID – AJUGA TURKESTANICA EXTRACT. MAY CONTAIN: CI 77163 (BISMUTH OXYCHLORIDE) – CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES) – CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE).

    Thank you

    • 2.7.19
      15mins said:

      This looks ok as long as it isn’t listed to have SPF

      • 2.7.19
        Ola said:

        The cover say it contains spf 10 so i can’t use it ?

        Thanks for your help.

        • 2.7.19
          15mins said:

          It means you’re missing ingredients, there are sunscreens not listed here. They’re often listed separately under “active ingredients” and then the rest under inactive, this is the inactive. In that case I can’t say if it is safe or not, it really depends on what those ingredients are. I’m sorry 🙁

          • 2.7.19
            Ola said:

            Thank you soooo much and i am really sorry for the mistake and here is the Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide 2.19%; Inactive Ingredients: Water, Methyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone, Alcohol, PEG-9P Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Isododecane, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, Silica, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Mica, Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate, Stearic Acid, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Tocopheryl Acetate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Propylene Carbonate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Parfum (Fragrance), Maltodextrin, BHT, Aspalanthus Linearis Leaf Extract, Sericin, Linalool, Limonene, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Rhodochrosite Extract, Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Extract, Hydrolyzed Linseed Extract, Citronellol, Balantines Roxburghii Seed Oil, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sorbic Acid, Ajuga Turkestanica Extract. May Contain: Bismuth Oxychloride, Iron Oxides, Titanium Dioxide

          • 2.7.19
            15mins said:

            It’s fine 🙂

  163. 2.8.19
    Kristina said:

    Hi,

    I love your posts so much!

    May I know if this is advisable for pregnant women?

    Cancer Society Gel Sunscreen

    SPF 50+ UVA and UVB Broad Spectrum Protection
    Transparent, moisturising clear sun gel – fresh and quickly absorbed
    Coconut Fragrance
    Dermatologically tested – so suitable for sensitive skin
    Added benefits:

    Leaves no residue/no white streaks
    Preservative free (alcohol based)

    ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
    Homosalate 50mg/g
    Octyl Salicylate 50mg/g
    Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 40mg/g
    Octocrylene 80mg/g
    Contains
    Ethanol

    Thank you!

    • 2.8.19
      15mins said:

      Sorry, lots of chemical sunscreens 🙁

      • 2.8.19
        Kristina said:

        Shucks! 😓 Thank you for answering!

        May I know if this sunscreen product is okay?

        -Zinc Oxide 20%: Provides powerful UV protection from harmful rays; ideal for all skin types including sensitive.
        -Astaxanthin-rich Algae Extract: A potent antioxidant that provides defense from oxidative damage.
        -Sunflower Sprout Extract: Helps neutralize free radicals and exhibits strong anti-glycation properties.

        Zinc Oxide 20%, Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Steareth-2, Propanediol, Steareth-21, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Silica, Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Sprout Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Juice Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Raspberry Seed Oil/Tocopheryl Succinate Aminopropanediol Esters, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Sea Water, Acetyl Glucosamine, Cetearyl Glucoside, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Glycine, Sucrose, Lecithin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Xanthan Gum, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Iron Oxides. (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499).

        • 2.8.19
          15mins said:

          Looks ok to me!

          • 2.8.19
            Kristina said:

            Thank you so so much! You’re a lifesaver! ❤️❤️❤️

  164. 2.12.19
    Kristina said:

    Hello!
    Is this product okay while pregnant?

    The ingredients are: Water, Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Lauryl Methacrylate/Sodium Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Dimethicone, Acrylates/C10-30 Acrylate Crosspolymer, Glyceryl Stearate, Agar, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Citrus Grandis, Citrus Medica Limonum, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis, Xylitol, Butylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Potassium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA, BHT, Fragrance.

    Thanks so much!

    • 2.12.19
      15mins said:

      Sorry, the Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is a chemical sunscreen

      • 2.13.19
        Kristina said:

        Gosh! Thanks for that! ❤️

        Is this okay?

        Active: Titanium Dioxide 6%, Zinc Oxide 5%.

        Inactive: titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, Water, Dimethicone, Isododecane, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Undecane, Triethylhexanoin, Isohexadecane, Nylon-12, Caprylyl Methicone, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Phenethyl Benzoate, Styrene/acrylates Copolymer, Silica, Tridecane, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Talc, Dimethicone/peg-10/15 Crosspolymer, Aluminum Stearate, Pentylene Glycol, Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Alumina, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Magnesium Sulfate, Caprylyl Glycol, Iron Oxides, Peg-8 Laurate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tocopherol, Propylene Carbonate, Artemia Extract, Benzoic Acid, C9-15 Fluoroalcohol Phosphate, Peg-9

        • 2.13.19
          15mins said:

          Sorry, this has a salicylate

  165. 2.12.19
    Lola said:

    Sorry! I might have posted this in the wrong thread but here’s my question again!

    MAYBELLINE
    Dream Fresh BB Cream 8-In-1 Skin Perfector

    Ingredients
    Active: Titanium Dioxide 1.15%. Inactive: Water, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Glycerin, Octyldodecanol, Silica, Pentylene Glycol, Octyldodecyl Xyloside, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Acrylate / Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Isohexadecane, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate / Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Polysorbate 80, Potassium Sorbate, Propylene Glycol, Methylisothiazolinone, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract. May Contain: Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides.

    • 2.12.19
      15mins said:

      That’s fine!

  166. 2.13.19
    Sara said:

    Do you have any thoughts on Juice Beauty CC cream? I was under the impression their CC cream was safe for pregnancy but now you are making me wonder. 🙂

    • 2.13.19
      15mins said:

      I can’t remember off hand, but I think it’s on the Pregnancy Products from Juice Beauty page.

      • 2.15.19
        Sara said:

        Thank you so much!! I didn’t even realize they had a pregnancy page with items listed. I just took a look at it and this is on it which makes me so happy!

        Thank you again!!!!! 🙂

  167. 2.14.19
    R said:

    Hi!
    Could I check if these 2 products are pregnancy safe?
    Sulwhasoo Snowise Brightening UV Protector SPF50+/PA++++ Soft Glow No. 1
    (I assume no because of licorice extract?)
    [No.1] WATER, PROPANEDIOL, ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE, C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE, DIETH HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE, GLYCERIN, METHYL TRIMETHICONE, BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE, ISOSTEARYL NEOPENTANOATE, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, SILICA, PAEONIA ALBIFLORA ROOT EXTRACT, NELUMBO NUCIFERA FLOWER EXTRACT, POLYGONATUM OFFICINALE RHIZOME/ROOT EXTRACT, LILIUM CANDIDUM BULB EXTRACT, REHMANNIA GLUTINOSA ROOT EXTRACT, HONEY, HYDROLYZED GINSENG SAPONINS(HYDROLYZED WHITE GINSENG SAPONINS), OLDENLANDIA DIFFUSA EXTRACT, OPUNTIA COCCINELLIFERA FRUIT EXTRACT, PANAX GINSENG ROOT EXTRACT, GLYCYRRHIZA URALENSIS (LICORICE) ROOT EXTRACT, MORUS ALBA ROOT EXTRACT, CYCLOHEXASILOXANE, C14-22 ALCOHOLS, CETYL ALCOHOL, METHOXY PEG-114/POLYEPSILON CAPROLACTONE, PEG-100 STEARATE, GLYCERYL STEARATE, POLYACRYLATE-13, ALUMINA, DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, POLYISOBUTENE, C12-20 ALKYL GLUCOSIDE, ALUMINUM STEARATE, POLYHYDROXYSTEARIC ACID, STEARIC ACID, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, CARBOMER, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, POLYSORBATE 20, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, DISODIUM EDTA, PHENOXYETHANOL, FRAGRANCE

    Sulwhasoo Snowise Brightening UV Protector SPF50+/PA++++ Soft Peach No. 2
    This has titanium dioxide and licorice extract, is this a no no as well?
    [No.2] WATER, PROPANEDIOL, ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE, C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE, DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE, GLYCERIN, METHYL TRIMETHICONE, BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE, ISOSTEARYL NEOPENTANOATE, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, SILICA, PAEONIA ALBIFLORA ROOT EXTRACT, NELUMBO NUCIFERA FLOWER EXTRACT, POLYGONATUM OFFICINALE RHIZOME/ROOT EXTRACT, LILIUM CANDIDUM BULB EXTRACT, REHMANNIA GLUTINOSA ROOT EXTRACT, HONEY, HYDROLYZED GINSENG SAPONINS(HYDROLYZED WHITE GINSENG SAPONINS), OLDENLANDIA DIFFUSA EXTRACT, OPUNTIA COCCINELLIFERA FRUIT EXTRACT, PANAX GINSENG ROOT EXTRACT, GLYCYRRHIZA URALENSIS (LICORICE) ROOT EXTRACT, MORUS ALBA ROOT EXTRACT, CYCLOHEXASILOXANE, C14-22 ALCOHOLS, CETYL ALCOHOL, METHOXY PEG-114/POLYEPSILON CAPROLACTONE, PEG-100 STEARATE, GLYCERYL STEARATE, POLYACRYLATE-13, ALUMINA, DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, POLYISOBUTENE, C12-20 ALKYL GLUCOSIDE, ALUMINUM STEARATE, POLYHYDROXYSTEARIC ACID, STEARIC ACID, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, CARBOMER, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, POLYSORBATE 20, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, DISODIUM EDTA, PHENOXYETHANOL, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891), IRON OXIDES (CI 77492), IRON OXIDES (CI 77491), FRAGRANCE

    Also I’m a little confused about what your other posts says, how do I differentiate chemical sunscreens? Is it as long as they have UVA stuff like avobenzone, ecamsule, meradimate, we should stay away from chemical sunscreens?

    Thank you!

    • 2.15.19
      15mins said:

      In the post above I discuss what to look for and link to the sunscreen guide for more information. Only zinc and titanium are physical sunscreens, the rest are all chemical sunscreens and unsafe. Both of these have chemical sunscreens (and licorice root) and are unsafe.

  168. 2.17.19
    Sylvia said:

    Hi Christine!

    First off, I love this post! Thank you so much for writing this. Could I get your opinion on whether or not this facial sunscreen is safe? Thank you!

    Maelove – Sun Protector

    https://maelove.com/products/the-sun-protector

    • 2.17.19
      15mins said:

      It has licorice root, but would be safe for nursing

  169. 2.19.19
    April said:

    Hi! I was wondering if the Coola classic face white tea spf 50 would be safe? The only ingredients it has listed is avobenzone3.0% and octinoxate 6.25%

    • 2.19.19
      15mins said:

      No, those are chemical sunscreens sorry

  170. 2.22.19
    Agnes said:

    Hello,
    Is LancômeTeint Idole Ultra Long Wear Foundation safe?
    Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Polypropysilsequioxane, Isododecane, Dimethicone, C30-45 Alkyldimethylsilyl, Polypropylsilsequioxane Silica, Glycerin, Peg-10 Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Polyglycerinej-3 Crosspolymer, Sodium Chloride, Nylon-12, Paraffin, Cyclomethione, Aluminum Hydroxide, Disodium Edta, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Dipropylene Glycol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Acrylates Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol Chlorphenesin, Ethylparaben, [+/- May Contain CI 77007 / Ultramarines, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499 / Iron Oxides, CI 77891 / Titanium Dioxide].

    • 2.22.19
      15mins said:

      Please refer to the pregnancy safe foundation post, this is already on that list and rechecking duplicates a lot of time and effort for me.

  171. 2.22.19
    HOSH said:

    Hi! can you please take a look at this missha bb cream?
    TITANIUM DIOXIDE
    ZINC OXIDE
    OCTINOXATE
    GLYCERIN
    PROPYLENE GLYCOL
    MEDIUM-CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES
    TALC
    WATER
    CYCLOMETHICONE
    HIGH DENSITY POLYETHYLENE
    FERRIC OXIDE YELLOW
    CETYL PEG/PPG-10/1 DIMETHICONE
    ARBUTIN
    PEG-10 DIMETHICONE
    MINERAL OIL
    TRIS(TRIMETHYLSILOXY)PHENYLSILANE
    also this chanel cc cream
    Octinoxate
    Titanium dioxide
    Zinc oxide
    water • caprylyl methicone • glycerin • PEG-10 dimethicone • dimethicone • phenyl trimethicone • alcohol • methyl trimethicone • butylene glycol • terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract • hydrogenated polyisobutene • triethoxycaprylylsilane • phenoxyethanol • stearic acid • dimethicone/PEG-10/15 crosspolymer • sodium chloride • alumina • potassium sorbate • fragrance • dimethicone crosspolymer aluminum hydroxide • disteardimonium hectorite • sodium lauroyl glutamate • sodium hyaluronate • lysine • propylene carbonate • hyaluronic acid • silanetriol • magnesium chloride • citric acid • dipropylene glycol • sorbic acid • BHT • tocopherol • (may contain) • ultramarines • iron oxides • titanium dioxide • mica

    thanks in advance!

    • 2.22.19
      15mins said:

      both have chemical sunscreens

      • 2.25.19
        Palya said:

        Hi ,
        Is it safe sunscreen if octinoxate 3% and titanium dioxide 4.7%?
        Thanks

        • 2.25.19
          15mins said:

          No, the octinoxate is a chemical sunscreen. You want the only active sunscreen ingredients to be zinc or titanium.

  172. 2.27.19
    ann said:

    hello Dr, is this bb cream safe? thank you !

    Aloe Barbadensis (Organic Aloe Juice) Leaf Extract*, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water / Centaurea Cyanus (Cornflower) Flower Water, (Non-Nano) Zinc Oxide, Caprylic / Capric Triglyceride (Derived from Coconut Oil), Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide, Sorbitan Sesquioleate (Derived from Sugar) Titanium Dioxide, Vegetable Glycerin, Stearic Acid (Derived from Coconut), Hydrated Silica, Leuconostoc / Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Magnesium Stearate (Derived from Salt), Mica (Mineral), Sodium Phytate (Sodium Salt from Plant Seeds), Xanthan Gum (Non GMO), Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil / Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter / Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Vaccinium Myrtillus Seed Oil / Vaccinium Myrtillus (Bilberry) Seed Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil / Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract / Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Prunus Avium Seed Oil / Prunus Avium (Sweet Cherry) Seed Oil, Prunus Cerasus Seed Oil / Prunus Cerasus (Bitter Cherry) Seed Oil, Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Fruit Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil / Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil/ Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Seed Oil, Tocopherol (Derived from Rice Bran-Non GMO), Benzyl Alcohol (Plant derived), Dehydroacetic Acid, Potassium Sorbate (Salt of Sorbic Acid), Sorbic Acid (Derived from Sugar) May contain: Titianium Dioxide, Iron Oxides

    • 2.27.19
      15mins said:

      Looks ok!

  173. 2.27.19
    megan said:

    hello can you please help with this product? thank you!

    Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Titanium Dioxide, Proplene Glycol, Talc, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Niacinamide, Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate, Isoeicosane, Zinc Oxide, Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Algae Extract, Aspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Caviar Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Collagen Extract, Magnesium Sulfate, Cyclomethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Sisteardimonium Hectorite, Trihydroxystearin, Methicone, Silica, Ethylhexylglycerin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Aluminum Stearate, Adenosine, Aminopropyl Dimethicone, Plymethylsilsesquioxane, Gold, Carnosine, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ubiquinone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Butylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine, Lecithin, Ceramide 3, Cholesterol, Triceteareth-4 Phosphate, Potassium Sorbate, BHT, Fragrance, Phenoxyethanol, Iron Oxides (C.I. 77492), Iron Oxides (C.I. 77499), Iron Oxides (C.I. 77491)

    • 2.27.19
      15mins said:

      Sorry, this has chemical sunscreens (Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate)

  174. 2.27.19
    Britney said:

    Hi! Is this facial sunscreen okay?

    Active: Avobenzone – 3.00%, Homosalate – 10.00%, Octisalate – 5.00%, Octocrylene – 10.00%. Inactive: Water, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Hydrated Silica, VP/Hexadecene Copolymer, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Dimethicone, Polyester-8, Tocopherol Acetate, BHT, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Behenyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Methicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Dimethyl Capramide, Sodium Polyacrylate, Xanthan Gum, Trideceth-6, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyaminopropyl Biguanide, Methylisothiazolinone.

    • 3.1.19
      15mins said:

      Sorry, I would avoid this with the chemical sunscreens

  175. 2.27.19
    KIM said:

    Hi Doc, can you let me know about this product please…

    CALM Redness Relief SPF 15 Mineral Moisturizer for Normal to Dry Skin
    Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide 3.85%, Zinc Oxide 3.12%.
    Other Ingredients: Water (Aqua), C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (texture-enhancing/emollient), Isononyl Isononanoate (texture-enhancing/emollient), Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil (apricot oil/non-fragrant plant oil/emollient), Cyclopentasiloxane (hydration), Glyceryl Stearate (emollient), PEG-100 Stearate (texture-enhancing), Butylene Glycol (hydration), Pentylene Glycol (hydration), Cetearyl Alcohol (emollient), Dimethicone (hydration), Glycine Soja Sterols (soybean/emollient), VP/Eicosene Copolymer (texture-enhancing), Avena Sativa Kernel Extract (oat extract/skin-soothing), Glycerin (hydration/skin replenishing), Sodium Hyaluronate (hydration), Allantoin (skin-soothing), Tocopheryl Acetate (vitamin E/antioxidant), Hydrogenated Lecithin (skin replenishing), Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (vitamin C/antioxidant), Superoxide Dismutase (antioxidant), Ubiquinone (antioxidant), Ceramide NG (hydration/skin replenishing), Methicone (hydration), Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 (texture-enhancing), PEG-10 Dimethicone (texture-enhancing), Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract (cucumber extract/skin-soothing), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (emollient), Tribehenin (emollient), PEG-10 Phytosterol (texture-enhancing/emollient), Sorbitan Stearate (texture-enhancing), Polyhydroxystearic Acid (texture-enhancing), Alumina (stabiliser), Polysorbate 20 (stabilizer), Aluminum Stearate (texture-enhancing), Xanthan Gum (texture-enhancing), Caprylyl Glycol (preservative), Disodium EDTA (stabiliser), Ethylhexylglycerin (preservative), Phenoxyethanol (preservative), Chlorphenesin (preservative).

    Love your blog! Thank you!! : )

    • 3.1.19
      15mins said:

      Looks ok 🙂

  176. 2.28.19
    isabel said:

    hello may i know if the physicians formula is ok

    Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide. Inactive Ingredients: Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Sodium Chloride, Glycerin, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Perilla Ocymoides Seed Oil, Lysolecithin, Polysilicone-11, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Disodium EDTA, Disteardimonium, Hectorite. Glyceryl Stearate, Laureth-12, Magnesium Silicate, Mica, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Polysorbate 60, Propylene Carbonate, Sodium Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol. May Contain: Iron Oxides, Titanium Dioxide.

    Thank you

    • 3.1.19
      15mins said:

      Sorry, the willow bark is a salicylate

  177. 3.1.19
    Ash said:

    Could you please check this BB cream:

    Jane Iredale Glow Time Full Coverage Mineral BB Cream – SPF 25

    Active Ingredient: Titanium Dioxide 17.5%
    Ingredients: Aqua/Water/Eau, Coconut Alkanes, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Glycerin, Polysilicone 11, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Stearic Acid, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Fruit Extract, Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Pectin, Chlorella Vulgaris/Lupinus Albus Protein Ferment, Sodium Ascorbate, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Camellia Sinensis (White Tea) Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Raphanus Sativus (Radish) Root Extract, Lecithin, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Alumina, Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract (and) Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Tamarindus Indica (Tamarind) Extract, Cymbopogon Citratus (Lemon Grass) Extract, Xanthan Gum
    May Contain: Iron Oxides (CI 77489, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499),Chromium Oxide Greens (CI 77288)

    • 3.1.19
      15mins said:

      looks ok!

  178. 3.3.19
    SHEN said:

    Hey,

    Could you please let me know if this moisturizing cream is safe to use while pregnant?

    Dermor for delicate skin and hypoallergenic:
    Ingredients: Purified Water, Glycerin, Octyldodecanol, Petrolatum, Cetearyl Alcohol, Carbomer, Polysorbate 20, Methylparaben, Cholesterol, Propylparaben, Sodium Hydroxide.

    Thank you so much!

    • 3.3.19
      15mins said:

      This is fine

  179. 3.4.19
    Karen said:

    Hi Dr,

    Love your website, you safe us all!!

    Wanna know is it safe to use Elta MD UV Sport Broad-Spectrum SPF 50 during pregnancy?

    Active Ingredients: 9.0% Zinc oxide, 7.50% Octinoxate, 5.0% Octisalate

    Ingredient Insights

    Zinc oxide: Natural mineral compound that works as a sunscreen agent by reflecting and scattering UVA and UVB rays

    Octinoxate: Organic compound that helps increase UV protection

    Tocopheryl acetate (vitamin E): Antioxidant that reduces free radicals to help diminish the visible signs of aging

    THANK YOU SO MUCH!

    • 3.4.19
      15mins said:

      No, that has chemical sunscreens

      • 3.14.19
        Kristina said:

        Hello,

        Is this Supergoop sunscreen okay to use while pregnant?

        Thank you so much! ❤️

        Active Ingredients:
        Titanium Dioxide 0.7%, Zinc Oxide 17%

        Inactive Ingredients:
        Cyclopentasiloxane, Coco-Caprylate, Isododecane, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Dimethicone, Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Water (Aqua), Isostearic Acid, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Bisabolol, Alumina, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Buddleja Officinalis Flower Extract, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Hydrangea Arborescens Root Extract, Morus Alba Root Extract, Polysorbate 20, Resveratrol, Scutellaria Lateriflora Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Pentapeptide-21

  180. 3.6.19
    sage said:

    Thank you so much for all that you do and for answering all our questions!
    I’m pretty sure you will tell me there is chemical sunscreen but I just need to check. Thanks again.

    LANEIGE – BB Cushion Hydra Radiance SPF 50
    -Octinoxate 7%
    -Titanium Dioxide 4.15%
    -Zinc Oxide 9.8%
    Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Zinc Oxide (CI 77947), Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Cyclohexasiloxane, Phenyl Trimethicone, Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Niacinamide, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891 , Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Butylene Glycol, Sodium Chloride, Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Aluminum Hydroxide, HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Stearic Acid, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Caprylyl Glycol, Yeast Extract, Acrylates/Stearyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer, Dimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Polysorbate 80, Disodium EDTA, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Mica (CI 77019), Silica, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract, Magnesium Sulfate, Calcium Chloride, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Ascorbyl Glucoside.

    LANEIGE – BB Cushion Pore Blur
    -Octinoxate 7%
    -Titanium Dioxide 4.15%
    -Zinc Oxide 9.8%

    Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Methyl Trimethicone, Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Cyclohexasiloxane, Niacinamide, Nylon-12, HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer, Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Sodium Chloride, Aluminum Hydroxide, Fragrance, Stearic Acid, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Phenoxyethanol, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Acrylates/Stearyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Silica, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Extract, Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Magnesium Sulfate, Calcium Chloride, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Ascorbyl Glucoside.

    • 3.6.19
      15mins said:

      Both have chemical sunscreens so I wouldn’t use them

      • 3.6.19
        sage said:

        Thanks and sorry! I just noticed you have both listed in the skin care section. I didn’t see Laneige the first look though. Thank you again for your help and time!

  181. 3.6.19
    M said:

    Hi Dr. Christine,

    Thanks for answering my question on the Clinique post. I am in Canada, and some of these safe options are not currently available here. I did find this one online. So far, it looks safe. Would you please take a quick look at the ingredients to confirm? Thanks.

    ML

    Everyday Face Sunscreen

    Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide 20% (Non-nano)

    Inactive Ingredients: PURIFIED WATER (0), ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE (0), CAPRIC CAPRYLIC TRIGLYCERIDES(0), SORBITAN STEARATE (COCONUT BASED) (1), PINE WOOD RESIN (0), VEGETABLE GLYCERIN (0), CETYL DIMETHICONE (0), HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL (0), MAGNESIUM SULFATE (EPSOM SALT) (0), SUNFLOWER OIL, JOJOBA OIL (0), ASCORBIC ACID (VITAMIN C) (0), TOCOPHEROLS (VITAMIN E) (1), OLIVE OIL (0), RASPBERRY SEED OIL (0), CRANBERRY SEED OIL (0), HYALURONIC ACID (MADE FROM VEGETABLE) (0), CURRANT (0), CITRUS PARADISI (0), IRON OXIDE (2) (SKIN DEEP RATINGS CHANGE)

    • 3.6.19
      15mins said:

      Looks ok to me!

  182. 3.8.19
    Ash said:

    Is this sunscreen safe?

    Colorescience Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield SPF 50 (PA+++) (1.8 fl oz.)

    Active: Zinc Oxide, 12%.

    Inactive: Water, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Isododecane, Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Propanediol, Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Caprylyl Methicone, Dimethiconol/Propylsilsesquioxane/Silicate Crosspolymer, Trilaureth-4 Phosphate, Allantoin, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract, Bisabolol, Disodium Lauriminodipropionate Tocopheryl Phosphates, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Sprout Extract, Glycerin, Tocopherol, Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone, Maltodextrin, Sodium Chloride, Ethylhexylglycerin, Isoceteth-10, Silica, Betaine, Capryl Glycol, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol, Hexylene Glycol, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, PEG-10, Dehydroacetic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Benzoic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499).

    • 3.8.19
      15mins said:

      No, sorry it has a salicylate

  183. 3.9.19
    Olivia said:

    Hello! I ran into the Derm Institute Cellular Brightening Daily Defense SPF today at Space NK, patch tested it on my hand and really loved it. I think it is pregnancy safe, as it is a physical sunscreen, but I am newly pregnant and so new to this process. Could you have a look before I invest? Ingredients below:

    AQUA, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, ISONONYL ISONONANOATE, GLYCERIN, SORBITAN OLIVATE, CAPRYLYL METHICONE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, PROPANEDIOL, DIMETHICONE, TALC, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER, ZINC OXIDE, METHICONE, PEG-10 DIMETHICONE, SODIUM CHLORIDE, ALUMINA, PHENOXYETHANOL, DIMETHICONOL, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, SIGESBECKIA ORIENTALIS EXTRACT, BACOPA MONNIERA EXTRACT, ACETYL TYROSINE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, POLYGLYCERYL-6 POLYRICINOLEATE, RABDOSIA RUBESCENS EXTRACT, TETRASODIUM EDTA, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, HYDROGEN DIMETHICONE, PROLINE, MELIA AZADIRACHTA LEAF EXTRACT, RESVERATROL, ERGOTHIONEINE, DIMETHYLMETHOXY CHROMANYL PALMITATE, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, ADENOSINE TRIPHOSPHATE, HYDROLYZED VEGETABLE PROTEIN, O-CYMEN-5-OL, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE, PVP, PEG-35 CASTOR OIL, PEG-12 GLYCERYL LAURATE, LECITHIN, COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE, GUAR HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE, C12-15 PARETH-3, MAGNESIUM ASCORBYL PHOSPHATE, TOCOPHEROL, DISODIUM EDTA, POTASSIUM SORBATE, XANTHAN GUM, CHONDRUS CRISPUS EXTRACT, BENZYL ALCOHOL, CITRAL, GERANIOL, LINALOOL, CITRONELLOL, HEXYL CINNAMAL, LIMONENE, PARFUM, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499

    • 3.9.19
      15mins said:

      It looks ok to me!

  184. 3.10.19
    Olivia said:

    Great – thanks for the confirmation!

  185. 3.11.19
    Hanadi said:

    Hello Dr.
    Can u please advise if the l’oreal bb cream glam nude is safe for pregnancy?
    Thanks a lot

    Aqua / Water, Isododecane, Cyclopentasil Oxane, Glycerin, Cyclohexasiloxane, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Methylmethacrylate Crosspolymer, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Isoeicosane, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Boron Nitride, Phenoxyethanol, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Sodium Chloride, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Hexyl Laurate, Acrylates / Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer, Isostearyl Neopentanoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Triethyl Citrate, Methylparaben, C9-15 Fluoroalcohol Phosphates / C9-15 Fluoroalcohol, Phosphate, Tocopherol, Panthenol, [+/- May contain: CI 77891 / Titanium Dioxide, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499 / Iron Oxides]

    • 3.12.19
      15mins said:

      This looks ok, though there aren’t any sunscreens listed. If they list an SPF value then those might be listed elsewhere such as under active ingredients or something? Just double check!

  186. 3.15.19
    Nella said:

    Hi Christine, I have a quick question that I hope you can answer quickly if you have time…I note that you have Nars sheer glow foundation as a safe for pregnancy foundation. 2 of the ingredients in the foundation are Butylene Glycol and 1-Methylhydantoin. I have read that butyl (Parabens) and hydantoin (formaldehyde) are not safe.
    Are these the same ingredients in the foundation?

    • 3.15.19
      15mins said:

      Neither of those ingredients are parabens, the parabens all say paraben in the name. They’re fine in pregnancy, please refer to my post on ingredients to avoid during pregnancy for the discussion. Hydantoin is not formaldehyde, though it is chemically related. All are safe.

      • 3.15.19
        Nella said:

        Thank you! I really appreciate it!!

  187. 3.18.19
    Ceren Dam said:

    Hello, your blog is the best ever. Living in Europe kinda makes the list not really work for us because most of the products cannot be found here. I would like to ask if this product looks okay and if it can be used for face too. Thinkbaby, Sunscreen, SPF 50+
    Ingredients;
    Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide 20% (non-nano)
    Inactive Ingredients: purified water (0), aloe barbadensis leaf juice extract (0), capric caprylic triglycerides (0), sorbitan sterate (coconut based) (1), methyl abietate (pine wood resin) (0), vegetable glycerin (0), cetyl dimethicone (0), hydrogenated castor oil (0), magnesium sulfate (epsom salt) (0), sunflower oil (0), jojoba oil (0), ascorbic acid (vitamin C) (0), tocopherols (vitamin E) (1), olive oil (0), raspberry seed oil (0), cranberry seed oil (0), hyaluronic acid (made from vegetable ) (0), glucose oxidase & lactoperoxidase (0), papaja (0).
    (Skin Deep Ratings Subject to Change)

    Thank you

    • 3.18.19
      15mins said:

      I’m sorry, but I live in the US and about 90% of my readers do as well. I am often booted from international websites over to the brand’s US site, making it basically impossible for me to view ingredient lists from other countries. You seem pretty upset with me about it though…
      This product looks fine.

      • 3.21.19
        Ceren Dam said:

        Oh no! I am deffinetely not upset if anything I am sad that I can’t use your guide at full potential because it is amazing and you are extremely helpful. Your blog is everything I have been looking for. I am so grateful for all your help. And I am so sorry if I sounded ungreatful. Blame the language barrier please 🙂

        Could you help me with another product please? Is this Rudolph facial sunscreen safe to use? The ingridients are:

        Aqua
        Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract* (Aloe Vera)
        Dibutyl Adipate
        Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (Sun Filter)
        Ethylhexyl Triazone (Sun Filter)
        Distarch Phosphate
        Glycerin
        Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine (Sun Filter)
        Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone (Sun Filter)
        Glyceryl Stearate
        Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water* (Chamomile)
        Pyrus Malus Fruit Water (Apple Extract)
        Ceteareth-20
        Brassica Campestris Seed Oil* (Rapeseed Oil)
        Brassica Napus Seed Oil* (Rapeseed Oil)
        Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer
        Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil (Wheat Germ Oil)
        Cetyl Palmitate
        Ceteareth-12
        Cetearyl Alcohol
        Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract* (Cucumber Extract)
        Sodium Levulinate
        Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil* (Sea Buckthorn Oil)
        Saccharide Isomerate
        Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
        Xanthan Gum
        L-Arginine
        Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein (Wheat Protein)
        Coco-Glucoside
        Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E)
        Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate
        Tocopherol (Vitamin E)
        Parfum (Natural)
        Sorbic Acid
        Citric Acid
        Sodium Citrate
        Sodium Hydroxide
        Phenoxyethanol
        Potassium Sorbate
        Sodium Benzoate
        *Ingredients from organic farming

        63% natural origin of total
        20% of the total ingredients are from organic farming

        And again thank you so much for all your help.

        • 3.22.19
          15mins said:

          Ok, good 🙂 I’m glad you’re not!
          I wouldn’t use this due to the chemical sunscreens 🙁

          • 3.23.19
            Ceren Dam said:

            I know I am being too much but can I ask which ones are the chemical Sunscreen in this product that I should avoid. So I can do the same for other so called all natural sunscreens here 🙂
            Thank you.

          • 3.25.19
            15mins said:

            All the ones that say “sun filter” are chemical sunscreens

  188. 3.19.19
    VT said:

    Hello Doctor
    Can you see if this is pregnancy safe? Thank you so much!

    MDSolarSciences MD Creme Mineral Beauty Balm
    Active: Titanium Dioxide 2%, Zinc Oxide 17%.

    Inactive: Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Isostearate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Dimethicone/ Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Silica, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Polysilicone-15, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Iron Oxide, Caffeine, Niacinamide, Ubiquinone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Squalane, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Extract, Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Extract.

    • 3.22.19
      15mins said:

      Sorry, this has a salicylate that I would avoid during pregnancy

  189. 3.19.19
    VT said:

    Hi is this pregnancy safe? Thank You!

    Thinksport Safe EveryDay Face Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30

    Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide 20% (Non-nano)
    Inactive Ingredients: PURIFIED WATER (0), ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE (0), CAPRIC CAPRYLIC TRIGLYCERIDES(0), SORBITAN STEARATE (COCONUT BASED) (1), PINE WOOD RESIN (0), VEGETABLE GLYCERIN (0), CETYL DIMETHICONE (0), HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL (0), MAGNESIUM SULFATE (EPSOM SALT) (0), SUNFLOWER OIL, JOJOBA OIL (0), ASCORBIC ACID (VITAMIN C) (0), TOCOPHEROLS (VITAMIN E) (1), OLIVE OIL (0), RASPBERRY SEED OIL (0), CRANBERRY SEED OIL (0), HYALURONIC ACID (MADE FROM VEGETABLE) (0), CURRANT (0), CITRUS PARADISI (0), IRON OXIDE (2) (SKIN DEEP RATINGS CHANGE)

    • 3.22.19
      15mins said:

      Looks ok

  190. 3.20.19
    Shuchita said:

    First of all, thank you so much for the time and effort you’ve put in to this site. It’s become such a valuable resource for me! I was hoping you could clarify something–on this page you have Philosophy renewed hope in a jar skin tint listed as not safe for pregnancy due to the chemical sunscreen, but on the Philosophy product page (https://www.15minutebeauty.com/pregnancy-safe-skincare-philosophy.html), it’s listed under ‘Pregnancy Safe Products from Philosophy’. Has there been an reformulation of the product or is is truly not safe to use in pregnancy?

    • 3.21.19
      15mins said:

      That was a mistake (I’m human, I make those too!), I’ve moved it down to where it goes. Thanks!

  191. 3.20.19
    Karla said:

    Hi doc,

    I’m practically browsing each page of your blog related to pregnancy 😅
    Do you know any pregnancy safe products from Bath and Body works? Like their BB Creams with SPF and body butters/lotions if they’re ok to apply on the belly?

    • 3.21.19
      15mins said:

      I’m sorry, I don’t have time to review their entire line currently. Could you be more specific?

  192. 3.21.19
    Kelly said:

    Hi can I check if this facial sunscreen is safe for pregnancy? Thanks so much.

    Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk

    Ingredients:
    Dimethicone, water, zinc oxide, alcohol, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, talc, isopropyl myristate,, polymethyl methacrylate,, cyclopentasiloxane,, isododecane,, octocrylene,, titanium dioxide,, PEG-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone,, diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate,, glycerin,, diisopropyl sebacate,, vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymer,, silica,, dextrin palmitate,, xylitol,, trimethylsiloxysilicate,, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine,, PEG/PPG-14/7 dimethyl ether,, sodium chloride,, camellia sinensis extract,, prunus speciosa leaf extract,, rosa canina fruit extract,, sodium acetylated hyaluronate,, potentilla erecta root extract,, aloe barbadensis leaf extract,, ratzillacosme.com do.not.copy,, soluble collagen,, PPG-17,, triethoxycaprylylsilane,, isostearic acid,, distearyldimonium chloride,, disteardimonium hectorite,, aluminum hydroxide,, stearic acid,, trisodium EDTA,, BHT,, tocopherol,, isopropyl alcohol,, butylene glycol,, sodium metabisulfite,, phenoxyethanol,, fragrance.

    • 3.21.19
      15mins said:

      This has chemical sunscreens that I would avoid

      • 3.25.19
        Kelly said:

        Thanks so much for checking.

        Can I also seek your advice on the following facial sunscreen?

        Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Dry Touch Spf50+

        Ingredients:
        Water, Zinc Oxide, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Dipropylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Glycerin, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Silica, Cetyl Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Chloride, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, PPG-15 Stearyl Ether Benzoate, Chlorphenesin, Glyceryl Behenate, Phenethyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Chrysanthemum Parthenium (Feverfew) Extract

        Thank you!

        • 3.25.19
          15mins said:

          This looks ok to me

  193. 3.23.19
    Linda said:

    Hello doctor. Can you please check if this is safe diring pregnancy?

    AQUA
    DIBUTYLADIPATE
    ETHYLHEXYLSALICYLATE
    DICAPRYLYLCARBONATE
    BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOLMETHOXYPHENYLTRIAZINE
    DIETHYLAMINOHYDROXYBENZOYLHEXYLBENZOATE
    PEG-30DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE
    ETHYLHEXYLTRIAZONE
    NYLON-12
    NYLON6/12
    ETHYLHEXYLBENZOATE
    GLYCERIN
    PROPANEDIOL
    METHYLENEBIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYLTETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL(NANO)
    DIGLYCERIN
    METHYLMETHACRYLATECROSSPOLYMER
    GLYCERYLBEHENATE
    POLYGLYCERYL-3DIISOSTEARATE
    ZINCPCA
    PHENOXYETHANOL
    CETYLDIMETHICONE
    MAGNESIUMSULFATE
    DIMETHICONE
    TOCOPHERYLACETATE
    PARAFFINUMLIQUIDUM
    DECYLGLUCOSIDE
    POLYGLYCERIN-3
    DISODIUMEDTA
    SILICA
    PROPYLENEGLYCOL
    XANTHANGUM
    SODIUMHYDROXIDE

    • 3.25.19
      15mins said:

      There are chemical sunscreens in this to avoid

  194. 3.25.19
    Steph said:

    Hello,
    I am wondering if the first aid beauty tintend mosuturizer is pregnancy safe?
    Active: Avobenzone 3%, Octinoxate 7.5%, Octisalate 5%, Octocrylene 7.5%. Inactive: Water/Aqua/Eau, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glycerin, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Cetyl Dimethicone, Polysorbate 60, Butylene Glycol, Hexyl Laurate, Colloidal Oatmeal, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Camellia Sinensis (White Tea) Leaf Extract, Carbomer, Tribehenin, Limonene, Tetrasodium EDTA, Aminomethyl Propanol, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil, Allantoin, Sodium Ascorbate, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Chrysanthemum Parthenium (Feverfew) Extract, May Contain: CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77492/CI 77499/CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), Mica.

    Thank you for your time and effort to help with this!

    • 3.25.19
      15mins said:

      Sorry, I would avoid this due to the chemical sunscreens and licorice root. Ok during nursing though

  195. 3.28.19
    Amalia said:

    Hello,

    I was wondering if the following face sunscreen is safe for pregnancy:

    OMOROVICZA MINERAL UV SHIELD SPF30

    Aqua (Hungarian Thermal Water), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Zinc Oxide, Silica, Squalane, Glycerin, Ethylhexyldodecanol, Stearyl Heptanoate, Cetearyl Olivate, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Titanium Dioxide, Sorbitan Olivate, Phenoxyethanol, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Saccharomyces (Hungarian Thermal Water) Ferment Extract, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Alumina, Sodium Hyaluronate, Parfum (Fragrance), Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Isostearic Acid, Lactic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Phospholipids, Linalool, Limonene, Citral.

    Thank you for your effort!

  196. 3.29.19
    Stephanie S. said:

    Hi there, bought Flormar Bb cream as the lady in the mall said its safe for pregnant bit now I’m not sure 🙁 here’s the ingredients

    Active Ingredient: Octinoxate 5%

    Inactive:

    Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Polysilicone-11, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Dimethicone, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Glycerin, SD Alcohol 40-B., Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Phenoxyethanol, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Chloride, Fragrance, Sodium PCA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Urea, Algae Extract, Laureth-12, Soluble Collagen, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Trehalose, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Polyquaternium-51, Sodium Hyaluronate, Chlorphenesin, Propylene Glycol, Fig (Ficus Carica) Fruit Extract, Cotton (Gossypium Hirsutum) Seed Extract, Linseed (Linum Usitatissimum) Seed Extract, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Caprylyl GLycol, May Contain: Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides

    • 3.29.19
      15mins said:

      I wouldn’t use this due to the chemical sunscreen, which is also a salicylate. Sorry!

  197. 3.30.19
    Nicole Whiteman said:

    Your page is a lifesaver! Thank you!! I have been trying to find a pregnancy safe replacement for my daily tinted moisturizer (the one I was using had retinol complex in it). What do you think about this new Neutrogena product, called Protect & Tint?

    Active Ingredients
    Homosalate 7%, Octinoxate 7.5%, Octisalate 5%, Oxybenzone 2% Purpose Sunscreen
    Inactive Ingredients
    Water, Cetyl Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Ethoxydiglycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Barium Sulfate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Silica, Squalane, Phenoxyethanol, Capryl Glycol, Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Polysorbate 20, Polysorbate 60, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Bisabolol, Disodium EDTA, Xanthan Gum, Sorbic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ascorbic Acid, Pantothenic Acid, Retinyl Palmitate, Mica, Caramel, Iron Oxides, Titanium Dioxide, Carmine

    • 3.30.19
      15mins said:

      I wouldn’t use this due to the chemical sunscreens, retinoid and licorice root in it. Sorry!

      • 3.31.19
        Sarah said:

        Hello! Thank you so much for being so helpful!! I’ve been reading you recommendations and ditching everything I’ve been using! I have only one question about the below sunscreen ingredients, whether it is safe or not.. thank you again!:

        ALCOHOL DENAT. – DIISOPROPYL SEBACATE – SILICA – BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE – CI 77891 / TITANIUM DIOXIDE – C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE – OCTOCRYLENE – ISOPROPYL LAUROYL SARCOSINATE – AQUA / WATER – ZEA MAYS STARCH / CORN STARCH – ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE – POLY C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE – GLYCERYL STEARATE – BEHENYL ALCOHOL – METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL [NANO] / METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL – DISODIUM EDTA – DISODIUM ETHYLENE DICOCAMIDE PEG-15 DISULFATE – DROMETRIZOLE TRISILOXANE – GLYCERYL STEARATE CITRATE – PHENOXYETHANOL – SODIUM HYALURONATE – TEREPHTHALYLIDENE DICAMPHOR SULFONIC ACID – TRIETHANOLAMINE – XANTHAN GUM – PARFUM / FRAGRANCE – AMMONIUM POLYACRYLDIMETHYLTAURAMIDE / AMMONIUM POLYACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE – CAPRYLYL GLYCOL – CETYL ALCOHOL – DECYL GLUCOSIDE

        • 3.31.19
          15mins said:

          I would avoid this due to the chemical sunscreen ingredients

          • 4.2.19
            Reala Ahmed said:

            Hi. What about avene tinted mineral fluid sfp 50 while pregnant.

            Full ingredients
            Fragrance and paraben free.

            Ingredients
            Zinc Oxide [Nano], Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), Titanium Dioxide [Nano], Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Isododecane, Isohexadecane, PTFE, Triethylexanoin, Dicaprylyl Ether, Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Iron Oxides (CI 77492) (CI77491) (CI77499), Mica, Aluminia, Stearic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, PEG-45/Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer, Silica, Benzoic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Disodium EDTA, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Glyceryl Behenate, Gylceryl Dibehenate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil), Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-butyl, Hydroxyhydrocin-namate, Polyamide-3, Sodium Chloride, Titanium Dioxide (CI77891), Tocopheryl Tocopheryl Glucoside, Tribehenin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Water (aqua).

          • 4.3.19
            15mins said:

            This is fine

  198. 4.3.19
    Sidel said:

    Hi Doctor,

    May I know if the follwing is safe to use during pregnancy? Thank you so much
    1.SafeProtect SPF30 for Babies & Kids
    Helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil, zinc oxide (mineral-derived), Cera alba (beeswax), parfum (fragrance, all-natural), glyceryl caprylate (plant-derived), tocopherol (Vitamin E), p-anisic acid (anise seed-derived)
    2.Keep Safe Tinted Sunscreen
    Aqua, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Zinc Oxide, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Titanium Dioxide, Aluminium Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Dimethicone & Hexyl Laurate, Isononyl Isononaonate, Polyglyceryl-4-isostearate, Cyclomethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cetyl Alcohol, Sodium Acrylate/Sodiumacryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Glyceryl Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Triacontanyl PVP, Disteardimonium Hectorite, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate, Polyamide 12, Sodium Lactate, Sodium Gluconate, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Diisopropyl Sebacate, Lauryl Laurate, Octyldodecyl Oleate, Emu Oil, Propylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Lecithin, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Fruit Extract, Sodium Ascorbate, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Methylene Bis Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Decyl Glucoside, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Argania Spinosa Oil, Fragrance, Lactic Acid, Tetra Soadium EDTA, Xanthan Gum
    3. Witch Hazel Toner
    Aqua, Hamamelis Virginiana Water, Lactic Acid, Potassium Lactate, Propanediol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Bioflavonoids, Brassica Oleracea Ilatica (Broccoli)Extract, PEG 40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Propylene Glycol, Propanediol, Magnolia Kobus Bark Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract,Thujopsis Dolabrata Branch Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance, Tetra Sodium EDTA

    • 4.3.19
      15mins said:

      These are ok

      • 4.5.19
        Sidel said:

        thank you so much

  199. 4.6.19
    Lili said:

    Hello Dr. before I ask I just want to thank you so much for all this great information. On my last pregnancy I had to spend all 9 months wearing a horrible drying foundation that I thought was the only safe one I could find and using a highlighter palette as eye shadow. It was a bit depressing. I was using no skin care products because I wasn’t sure what was safe and I was hiding from the sun as I was afraid to use sunscreen. As a result my face aged in 9 months what I hadn’t in a decade. Thank you so much for making it easier to take care of ourselves.

    Sorry for the long message.

    My question, is the Physician’s Formula Organic Wear, Tinted Moisturizer SPF 40, Light/Medium safe?

    Active Ingredients
    Titanium Dioxide 3.92%
    Zinc Oxide 1.0%
    Inactive ingredients: Citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) fruit water*, simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) oil*, dodecane, glycerin+, polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate, lecithin*, cocos nucifera (coconut) water*, polyglyceryl-2 oleate, magnesium aluminum silicate, polyhydroxystearic acid, polylactic acid, polyglyceryl-4 isostearate, hydrolyzed quinoa, hydrolyzed kale protein, kunzea pomifera (muntries) fruit extract, syzygium leuhmanii (riberry) fruit extract, tasmannia lanceolata (pepperberry) fruit extract, glycine soja (soybean) oil*, olea europaea (olive) leaf extract*, alcohol denat., alumina, beeswax*, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax*, hydrolyzed carrot protein, hydrolyzed lemon protein, jojoba esters, lauroyl lysine, leuconostoc ferment filtrate, leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, magnesium sulfate, mica, polyglyceryl-2 stearate, silica, water, xanthan gum. May Contain: titanium dioxide, iron oxides
    * Ingredients from organic farming
    + Made using organic ingredients

    And the Physician’s Formula Super CC+, Color-Correction + Care, CC+ Cream, SPF 30, Light/Medium?

    Active Ingredients
    Titanium Dioxide 5.76%
    Zinc Oxide 2.94%
    Inactive Ingredients: Water, cyclopentasiloxane, caprylic/capric triglyceride, butylene glycol, dimethicone, neopentyl glycol diheptanoate, Bis-PEG/PPG-14/14 dimethicone, cetearyl alcohol, C30-45 alkyl cetearyl dimethicone crosspolymer, PEG-10 dimethicone, sodium chloride, calcium aluminum borosilicate, glycerin, teprenone, hydroxycapric acid, hydroxycaprylic acid, hydroxycinnamic acid, butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, tocopheryl acetate, caprylyl glycol , castor oil phosphate, disodium EDTA, disteardimonium hectorite, ethylhexylglycerin, glyceryl stearate SE, hexylene glycol, laureth-12, mica, PEG/PPG-18/18 dimethicone, PEG-4, polysilicone-11, polysorbate 60, propylene carbonate, sodium hydroxide, synthetic fluorphlogopite, tin oxide, triethoxycaprylylsilane, xanthan gum, phenoxyethanol. May Contain: Iron oxides, titanium dioxide.

    Once again, thanks so much.

    • 4.6.19
      15mins said:

      Both of these are fine!

  200. 4.7.19
    PRINCESS BALLESTEROS said:

    Hello doctor. Can you please check if this is safe to use during pregnancy? Thank you.

    1. MISSHA PERFECT COVER BB CREAM
    Water(Aqua), Cyclomethicone, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Zinc Oxide, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Mineral Oil, Phenyl Trimethicone, Talc, Arbutin, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Dimethicone, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Squalane, Adenosine, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Polyethylene, Beeswax(Cera Alba), Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Caviar Extract, Algae Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Fagus Sylvatica Bud Extract, Ceramide 3, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Chloride, Fragrance(Parfum), Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Disodium EDTA, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Benzyl Salicylate, Hydroxycitronellal, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Citronellol MAY CONTAIN[+/-; Titanium Dioxide(CI 77891), Iron Oxides(CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499)]
    2. IWHITE KOREA BB HOLIC BB CREAM
    Active Ingredients: Niacinamide, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract, Adenosine
    Aroma Herb Complex: Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Geranium Maculatum Extract, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract, Trifolium Pratense (Clover) Flower Extract, Alchemilla Vulagris Leaf Extract, Aspalathus Linearis Extract, Helichrysum Arenarium Extract, Boswellia Serrata Resin Extract
    Other Ingredients: Water, Butylene Glycol, Titanium Dioxide, Glycerin, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Dimethicone, Cylopentasiloxane, Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Isohexadecane, Polysorbate 80, Propanediol, Saccharide Isomerate, Allantoin, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Lecithin, Dimethiconol, Methyl Hydrogenated Rosinate, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Disodium EDTA, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499, Fragrance

    • 4.7.19
      15mins said:

      #1 isn’t safe due to chemical sunscreens and a salicylate
      #2 looks ok

  201. 4.8.19
    Sherly said:

    Hello again Doctor.

    Could you please check this sunscreen

    Biore UV aqua rich

    Water (Aqua), Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Alcohol, Lauryl Methacrylate/Sodium Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Dimethicone, Xylitol, Glyceryl Stearate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Agar, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Potassium Hydroxide, Fragrance (Parfum), Disodium EDTA, BHT, Sodium Hydroxide, Butylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Phenoxyethanol

    Thank you very much Doctor.

    • 4.9.19
      15mins said:

      Not safe, it has chemical sunscreens

      • 4.9.19
        Sherly said:

        Thank you Doctor 🙂

        • 4.9.19
          Sherly said:

          Oh what about this Clarins sunscreen, is it safe? I’m trying to find the safe sunscreen in my country.

          Thanks before Doctor

          Water, Dimethicone, Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Nylon-12, Peg-12 Dimethicone, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance, Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone, Glycerin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Disodium Edta, Sanicula Europaea Extract, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Maltodextrin Crosspolymer, Thermus Thermophillus Ferment, Lapsana Communis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Ribes Nigrum(Black Currant) Bud Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Cucumismelo (Melon) Fruit Extract, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate.

          • 4.9.19
            15mins said:

            This doesn’t have any sunscreen ingredients listed, is there a separate “active” list?

          • 4.9.19
            Sherly said:

            Homosalate 4%, Octocrylene 4%, Oxybenzone 1.5%, Titanium Dioxide 10.9%. Aqua/Water/Eau, Dimethicone, Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Nylon-12, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Sodium, Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum/Fragrance, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Glycerin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Disodium EDTA, Sanicula Europaea Extract, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Maltodextrin Crosspolymer, Thermus Thermophillus Ferment, Lapsana Communis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Bud Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Cucumis Melo (Melon) Fruit Extract, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate.

          • 4.10.19
            15mins said:

            This has chemical sunscreens to avoid in pregnancy

          • 4.10.19
            Sherly said:

            Oh ok Doctor, thank you 😊

  202. 4.9.19
    Hanne said:

    Hello Doctor, May I ask if the following BB creams are safe for pregnancy? Thanks alot!

    Physicians Formula, Organic Wear, BB All-in-1 Beauty Balm Cream, Light/Medium

    Ingredients:  Citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) fruit water*, simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil*, dodecane, titanium dioxide, glycerin+, polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate, lecithin*, cocos nucifera (coconut) water*, magnesium aluminum silicate, beeswax*, polyglyceryl-4 isostearate, cocos nucifera (coconut) oil*, cocos nucifera (coconut) fruit extract, salix alba (willow) bark extract, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax*, glycerin, lauroyl lysine, magnesium sulfate, olea europaea (olive) leaf extract*, xanthan gum, silica, tocopherol, water, leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, leuconostoc ferment filtrate, fragrance, Iron oxides (ci 77491, ci 77492, ci 77499).

    Innisfree, Eco Natural Green Tea BB Cream, SPF 29 PA++
    Water, titanium dioxide (cl 77891), dicaprylyl ether, dicaprylyl carbonate, caprylic/capric triglyceride, propanediol, polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, titanium dioxide (nano), sorbitan isostearate, zinc oxide (nano), cocos nucifera (coconut) oil, trihydroxystearin, silica, sodium chloride, lauroyl lysine, iron oxides (cl 77492), polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate, stearic acid, alumina, fragrance, coco-caprylate/caprate, iron oxides (cl 77491), glyceryl caprylate, iron oxides (cl 77499), camellia sinensis seed oil, oryza sativa (rice) powder.

    • 4.9.19
      15mins said:

      #1 I wouldn’t use, the willow bark is a salicyliate.
      The Innisfree looks ok

  203. 4.10.19
    Yessi said:

    Hi was wondering if I can use while both pregnant or nursing ? Thanks 🙂

    Thrive Causemetics- Buildable Blur CC Cream SPF35

    ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
    Octinoxate 7%, Octisalate 4.5%, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891) 2.8%, Zinc Oxide (CI 77947) 4.9%

    INACTIVE INGREDIENTS
    Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Glycerin, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Pentylene Glycol, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Sodium Chloride, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Butylene Glycol, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Sorbitan Isostearate, Caprylyl Methicone, Phenoxyethanol, Tribehenin, Dimethicone, Aluminum Hydroxide, Glyceryl Tribehenate/Isostearate/Eicosandioate, Stearic Acid, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Phytate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (Vitamin C), Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Extract, Silica, Tocopherol (Vitamin E)

    May Contain: Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77492/77491/77499), Ultramarines (CI 77007)

    • 4.11.19
      15mins said:

      I wouldn’t use it while pregnant due to the chemical sunscreens, but otherwise it is ok for nursing

  204. 4.23.19
    K said:

    Hello Doctor

    May I know if this is safe for pregnancy and nursing?

    Anessa Babycare Sunscreen SPF 34

    Active ingredients: ZINC OXIDE and TITANIUM DIOXIDE
    CYCLOMETHICONE, WATER, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, DIMETHICONE, SQUALANE,
    POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE, PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRAOCTANOATE, DIMETHICONE COPOLYOL, DEXTRIN PALMITATE, GLYCERIN, TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE, GLUTATHIONE, DIPOTASSIUM GLYCYRRHIZATE, THIOTAURINE, ZINC MYRISTATE, MUGWORT EXTRACT, ISOSTEARIC ACID,
    QUATERNIUM-18 HECTORITE, ALUMINUM DISTEARATE, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE,
    SILICA, TRISODIUM EDTA, PHENOXYETHANOL, ZINC OXIDE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE

    Thank you very much!

    • 4.23.19
      15mins said:

      I wouldn’t use this during pregnancy due to the licorice root, but it is ok for nursing.

  205. 4.29.19
    Erika said:

    Hi,

    Would Elta MD UV Daily Spf 40 be ok to use while nursing?

    Active Ingredients: 9.0% Zinc oxide, 7.5% Octinoxate
    Purified Water, Petrolatum, Isopropyl Palmitate, Cetearyl Glucoside, Dimethicone, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium
    Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polyisobutene, PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polyether-1, Citric Acid, Oleth-3 Phosphate, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene Glycol, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane.

    Thank you for your time.

    • 4.29.19
      15mins said:

      It is ok for nursing, but it has chemical sunscreens to avoid while pregnant

      • 4.29.19
        Erika said:

        Thank you so much! But I’ve just purchased the UV Physical Spf 41 by Elta MD that is on your safe list so it’s better all round for me.

  206. 5.2.19
    Ann said:

    Hi,
    I’m looking for another face sunscreen and wanted to know if this is acceptable? Thank you!

    Bare Republic mineral sunscreen face lotion

    Active Ingredients

    Titanium Dioxide- 5.2% Zinc Oxide- 2.5%
    Inactive Ingredients

    Aluminum Hydroxide, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Cyclopentasiloxane, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Oil, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Glycerin, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Isopropyl Myristate, Polyamide-5, Polysilicone-11, Propylene Carbonate, Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Seed Oil, Silica Silylate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil

    • 5.2.19
      15mins said:

      Looks safe to me!

  207. 5.4.19
    Nergiz said:

    Hello, thank you very much for preparing such an insightful guide for women who are pregnant or trying to get pregnant. I was wondering if Erborian’s CC Redness Correct is considered safe during pregnancy. Thank you!
    INGREDIENTS
    Aqua/Water, Cyclomethicone, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Zinc Oxide, [nano], Peg, 10 Dimethicone, Methyl Trimethicone, CI 77891/Titanium Dioxide, Titanium Dioxide, [nano], C12, 15 Alkyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Dimethicone, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Magnesium Sulfate, Butylene Glycol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Talc, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Aluminum Hydroxide, Trihydroxystearin, Phenoxyethanol, Mica, Methicone, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polyester, 1, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Parfum/Fragrance, Hexyl Cinnamal, Alpha, isomethyl Ionone, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, Eugenol, Limonene, CI 77492/Iron Oxides, CI 77288/Chromium Oxide Greens, CI 77491/Iron Oxides, CI 77499/Iron Oxides

    • 5.4.19
      15mins said:

      No, it has chemical sunscreens and a salicylate. Ok for nursing though.

      • 5.5.19
        Nergiz said:

        Thank you very much

  208. 5.6.19
    Tiffany Ninmer said:

    Hello – Would Elta MD UV Clear Broad Spectrum SPF 46 be safe for pregnancy?
    Active: Zinc Oxide 9.0%, Octinoxate 7.5%.

    Inactive: Purified Water, Cyclomethicone, Niacinamide, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polyisobutene, PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Lactic Acid, Oleth-3 Phosphate, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene Glycol, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane.

    • 5.6.19
      15mins said:

      No, sorry it has a chemical sunscreen. I actually finished Elta MD this am, they only have a few safe options.

  209. 5.6.19
    Tien Le said:

    Hi Doctor,
    Would this one below be ok to use during pregnancy? Thank you!

    Australian Gold Botanical Sunscreen SPF 50 Tinted Face Mineral Lotion

    Ingredients :
    Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide 4%, Zinc Oxide 4% Inactive Ingredients: Alumina, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Disodium EDTA, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Hexyl Laurate, Iron Oxides, Panthenol, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Porphyra Umbilicalis (Red Algae) Extract, Silica, Squalane, Stearic Acid, Terminalia Ferdinandiana (Kakadu Plum) Fruit Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate*, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Water *Vitamin E

    • 5.6.19
      15mins said:

      Looks ok!

      • 6.25.19
        Maria said:

        Hi Doctor,

        Is this one ok?

        Water, Zinc Oxide, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Dimethicone, Penyl Trimethicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Dipropylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Glycerin, Polyhydrostearic acid, Silica, Cetyl Demethicone, Triethoxycaptylylsilane, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Chloride, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, PPG-15 Stearyl Ether Benzoate, Chlorphenesin, Glyceryl Behenate, Phenethyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Chrysanthemum Parthenium(Feverfew) Extract.

        Thank you so much for all your hard work!!! Much much appreciated.

        • 6.25.19
          15mins said:

          This looks ok to me

  210. 5.7.19
    Monica said:

    Thank you for your posts. Could you comment on the Frezyderm Sun Screen Velvet Face cream SPF 50+.?
    These are the ingredients:
    Isododecane , Dibutyl Adipate, Octocrylene , Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer
    Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
    Cyclomethicone
    Silicone
    Ethylhexyl Salicylate
    Alpha-Bisabolol
    Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
    Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
    Ethyl Ferulate
    Disodium Uridine Phosphate
    Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
    Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
    Glass Beads
    Polyglyceryl-5 Oleate
    Sorbitan Trioleate
    Caprylyl Glycol
    Silica

    Thank you so much

    • 5.8.19
      15mins said:

      I would avoid during pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens and salicylate, but it’s ok for nursing.

    • 5.16.19
      Maryanne said:

      Hi Doctor,

      I would like to request if you can check below ingredients if safe for pregnant women.

      This is Klairs Soft UV sunscreen:
      Ingredients

      Water (Aqua), Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Butylene Glycol, Dibutyl Adipate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Silica, Cetearyl Olivate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Olivate, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Sorbitan Stearate, Panthenol, Beta-Glucan, Disodium EDTA, Citrus Junos Fruit Extract, Adenosine, Sodium Hyaluornate, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Allantoin, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil

  211. 5.9.19
    Akiko said:

    Hi Doctor. I would like to know whether these CC cream are safe during pregnancy
    1) Biore UV color control milk
    Cyclopentasiloxane, Water (Aqua), Zinc Oxide, Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Lauryl Methacrylate/Sodium Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Dimethicone, Isopropyl Palmitate, Titanium Dioxide, Glycerin, Talc, PEG-32, Methicone, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Polysilicone-9, PEG-3 Dimethicone, Fragrance (Parfum), BHT, Tocopherol, Soluble Collagen, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499

    2) Biore UV covering base uv SPF50+ PA++++
    Water,, zinc oxide,, alcohol,, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate,, cyclopentasiloxane,, titanium dioxide,, methacrylate/sodium methacrylate crosspolymer,, neopentyl glycol dicaprate,, sorbitan sesquioleate,, diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate,, polysorbate 60,, talc,, sorbitan stearate,, isopropyl palmitate,, C12-15 alkyl benzoate,, ratzillacosme.com do.not.copy,, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine,, methicone,, sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer,, iron oxides,, cetyl alcohol,, butylene glycol,, sodium hyaluronate,, silica,, isohexadecane,, stearyl alcohol,, aminomethyl propanol,, PEG-32,, polysorbate 80,, xanthan gum,, acrylates/C10-30 acrylate crosspolymer,, C30-45 alkyl methicone,, C30-45 olefin,, disodium EDTA,, BHT,, phenoxyethanol.

    • 5.10.19
      15mins said:

      Sorry, both have chemical sunscreens to avoid while pregnancy. They’re ok for nursing though.

  212. 5.15.19
    BOSE said:

    Hello,
    Can you let me know if the la roche posay is safe for pregnancy please?

    Ingredient list
    Aqua , Glycerin, Dimethicone, Hydrogenated, Polyisobutene, Propylene Glycol , Hydroxypropyl Tetrahydropyrantriol, Alcohol Denat., Propanediol , Panthenol, Synthetic Wax, Nylon-12,;Peg-10 Dimethicone, Dimethicone/, P E G – 1 0 / 1 5 C R O S S P O Ly M E R , Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane, Sulfonic Acid, Tocopherol, Sodium, Polyacrylate, Sodium Hyaluronate , Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium, Citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Adenosine, Chlorphene S I N, Propylene, Carbonate, Dipropylene Glycol , Disteardimonium Hectorite, Disodium, Edta, Parfum. (Code F.I.L. : C213954/1)
    Read more at https://www.boots.com/la-roche-posay-anthelios-shaka-ultra-light-facial-sun-cream-spf50-50ml-10259635#Z0GyI5WZZrZ1dkXx.99

    THANKS!

  213. 5.16.19
    Danica said:

    Hello Doc, its hard to find a safe sunscreen here on our Country. I hope you can review these two if they are safe for pregnant. Thank you.

    1. Eco safety perfect sunblock SPF50+ PA+++
    Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Titanium Dioxide, Zinc oxide, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Dipropylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Glycerin, Isoamyl p-Methoxycinnamate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Portulaca oleracea Extract, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Witch Hazel Leaf Extract, Sunflower oil, Saccharomyces Ferment Lysate Filtrate, Tangerine Peel Extract, Orchid Extract, Camellia Leaf Extract, Prickly Pear Extract, green Tea Extract, Aluminum Hydroxide, Magnesium Sulfate, Silica, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Mica, Stearic Acid, Dimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Methicone, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Glyceryl Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Cellulose Gum, Fragrance, Phenoxyethanol, Yellow Iron oxides, Chromium oxide greens

    2. Perfect UV protection cream triple care SPF50+
    WATER, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, ZINC OXIDE (CI 77947), DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, PEG-10 DIMETHICONE, DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891), ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE, NIACINAMIDE, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, MICA (CI 77019), DIMETHICONE, MAGNESIUM SULFATE, METHYL METHACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, METHICONE, PHENOXYETHANOL, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, FRAGRANCE, DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, STEARIC ACID, POLYGLYCERYL-6 POLYRICINOLEATE, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, ADENOSINE, IRON OXIDES (CI 77492), TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, BIOSACCHARIDE GUM-1, IRON OXIDES (CI 77491), IRON OXIDES (CI 77499), HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL, CAMELLIA JAPONICA LEAF EXTRACT, ORCHID EXTRACT, CITRUS UNSHIU PEEL EXTRACT, OPUNTIA COCCINELLIFERA FRUIT EXTRACT, SACCHAROMYCES FERMENT LYSATE FILTRATE

    • 5.16.19
      15mins said:

      #1 has chemical sunscreens, ok for nursing but not pregnancy
      #2 doesn’t have the sunscreen ingredients listed at all, they’re likely separate under active ingredients. The other things listed are ok, but safety depends on those ingredients

      • 5.17.19
        Danica said:

        Thank you for the response!

        I am not really sure about the #2 though, I can’t find the percentage of the active ingredients for this product. This is the link for the product:
        http://www.innisfreeworld.com/product/productView.do?prdSeq=11179

        • 5.17.19
          15mins said:

          That link sends me to the front page of the site, sorry.
          There are so many other products that are safe, I would recommend choosing one that isn’t from Innisfree.

  214. 5.17.19
    Tina R. said:

    Just wondering your thoughts on the erborian cc cream radiance skin perfector.

    ngredients
    -Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate/Octinoxate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate/Octisalate, Titanium Dioxide, and Zinc Oxide: Protect against harmful UVA/UVB rays.

    Water, Cyclomethicone, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Peg-10 Dimethicone, Methyl Trimethicone, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dimethicone, Ci 77492/Iron Oxides, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Magnesium Sulfate, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Centella Asiatica Extract, Mel/Honey Extract, Mica, Talc, Trihydroxystearin, Butylene Glycol, Polyester-1, Aluminum Hydroxide, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Methicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Fragrance, Hexyl Cinnamal, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, Eugenol, Limonene, Ci 77491/Iron Oxides, Ci 77499/Iron Oxides.

    • 5.17.19
      15mins said:

      This has chemical sunscreens that I wouldn’t use during pregnancy, but it’s fine while nursing.

  215. 5.18.19
    Frances said:

    Hi! I just found your site and it is so so helpful! May I ask if you these ingredients in these products are ok? Thank you so much!

    bare minerals prep step spf 50.

    COCONUT ALKANES, CAPRYLYL CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE, WATER, SQUALANE, ADIPIC ACID/NEOPENTYL GLYCOL CROSSPOLYMER, POLYGLYCERYL-2 DIISOSTEARATE, SILICA, GLYCERIN, PROPANEDIOL, SORBITAN SESQUIISOSTEARATE, ISOSTEARIC ACID, COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE, TRIETHOXY-CAPRYLYLSILANE, GENTIANA URNULA FLOWER EXTRACT, MORINGA OLEIFERA SEED EXTRACT, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE, SODIUM CITRATE, CITRIC ACID, POLYESTER-1, SILICA DIMETHYL SILYLATE, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, PHENOXYETHANOL. MAY CONTAIN: MICA, TITANIUM DIOXIDE, IRON OXIDES

    La Roche-Posay toleriane sensitive creme

    609913 20 – INGREDIENTS : AQUA/WATER • ISOCETYL STERATE • COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPARTE • SQUALANE • BUTYROSPERMUM • PARKII BUTTER/ SHEA BUTTER • GLYCERIN • PROPANEDIOL • CETYL ALCOHOL • ALUMINUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE • GLYCERYL STERATE • PENTYLENE GLYCOL • PEG-100 STERATE • NIACINAMIDE • CETEARYL ALCOHOL • SODIUM HYDROXIDE • CAPRYLYL • GLYCOL • CITRIC ACID • ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER . (CODE: F.I.L B221814/1)

    Elizabeth Arden Skin Illuminating Retexturising Pads

    Water/Aqua/Eau, Glycolic Acid, Arginine, Triethanolamine, Saccharide Isomerate, Lactobacillus Ferment, Citric Acid, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Disodium Edta, Glycine, Sodium Citrate, Sodium PCA

    • 5.18.19
      15mins said:

      The Bare Minerals is missing the sunscreen ingredients (they’re sometimes listed under active ingredients), so I can’t comment on that.
      Check the post on pregnancy safe products from La Roche-Posay for the creme please
      The Elizabeth Arden has glycolic acid, which should be avoided during pregnancy. It’s ok for nursing.

  216. 5.19.19
    Ivana said:

    Hi! I used chemical sunscreen and Im now 9weeks pregnant. I didn’t know that is not good. I stoped to use it! Please tell me what can happen to baby? 🙁 thank you

    • 5.20.19
      15mins said:

      Please refer to my pregnancy skin FAQ, there’s an explanation there. Note I haven’t updated my ingredients post yet, but there have been some issues found with chemical sunscreens now during pregnancy, it isn’t just that we know they are absorbed. It is best to change to a new product.

  217. 5.20.19
    Janessa said:

    Hello!

    I am falling in love with your blog! I am pregnant with my fourth, and have been needing the information you offer so bad! So, thank you! I am curious about my Jane Iredale Glow Time BB Cream.

    Active Ingredient: Titanium Dioxide 17.5%
    Ingredients: Aqua/Water/Eau, Coconut Alkanes, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Glycerin, Polysilicone 11, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Stearic Acid, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Fruit Extract, Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Pectin, Chlorella Vulgaris/Lupinus Albus Protein Ferment, Sodium Ascorbate, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Camellia Sinensis (White Tea) Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Raphanus Sativus (Radish) Root Extract, Lecithin, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Alumina, Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract (and) Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Tamarindus Indica (Tamarind) Extract, Cymbopogon Citratus (Lemon Grass) Extract, Xanthan Gum
    May Contain: Iron Oxides (CI 77489, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499),Chromium Oxide Greens (CI 77288)

    • 5.20.19
      15mins said:

      This has a stem cell culture and should be avoided during pregnancy, ok for nursing

  218. 5.21.19
    Jed said:

    Hi! Can you please see if these bb creams are safe to use during pregnancy?

    1. Pond’s Flawless Radiance Derma+ BB Cream

    Ingredients:
    Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Caprylyl Methicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone, Potassium Chloride, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Sucrose Distearate, Titanium Dioxide, Acrylates Crosspolymer, Stearyl Dimethicone, Perfume, Stearic Acid , Magnesium Sulfate, Cholesterol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, DMDM Hydantoin, Octadecane, Isomerized Linoleic Acid, Ammonium Lactate, Disodium EDTA, Acetamide MEA,Retinyl Palmitate, Cetyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, BHT, CI 17200

    2. Maybelline Clear Smooth All in 1 BB cream

    Ingredients:
    AQUA/WATER, ALCOHOL, GLYCERIN, DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL, DIMENTHICONE, PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRATHYLHEXANOATE, ETHYLHEXYL, METHOXYCINNAMATE, STYRENE/ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, AMMONIUM POLYACRYLDIMETHYLTAURAMIDE / AMMONIUM POLYCRYLOYDIMETHYL TAURATE, TRIETHANOLAMINE, POLOXAMER 338, CARBOMER, PARFUM/FRAGRANCE, SALICYLIC ACID, ISOPROPYL TITANIUM TRISOSTEARATE, ALUMINA, PEG-8 LAURATE, ASCORBYL PALMITATE, MENTHOL, LINALOOL, CITRUS LIMON FRUIT EXTRACT / LEMON FRUIT EXTRACT, BENZYL ALCOHOL, CITRONELLOL, [+/- MAY CONTAIN CI 77891 / TITANIUM DIOXIDE, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499/IRON OXIDES].

    Thank you!

    • 5.21.19
      15mins said:

      #1 looks ok, #2 has salicylic acid and chemical sunscreens which you should avoid while pregnant, but are ok for nursing.

  219. 5.21.19
    Amy said:

    Hi doctor, may i know if sunscreen below safe for pregnancy and nursing? thanks.
    Lavanessa Swiss Sunblock SPF108

    Ingredients :
    2-ethyhexyl, P-dimenthylyamin benzoate, Benzophenone-3, Solarease II, micro titanium dioxide, dimenthicone, glyceryl monostearate, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol, d-panthenol, algae extract, propylene glycol, menthyl paraben, propyl paraben, potassium sorbate, fragrance. thanks.

    • 5.21.19
      15mins said:

      I wouldn’t use this while pregnancy due to the chemical sunscreens. Should be fine for nursing.

  220. 5.22.19
    Kristen Corbet said:

    Hi thank you very much for your time! Could you please advise on KLAIRS Illuminating Supple Blemish Cream? Full ingredient list:

    Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butylene glycol, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Betaine, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Titanium dioxide, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Niacinamide, Polysorbate 60, Dimethicone, Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone, Zinc oxide, Yellow oxide of iron, Isoamyl p-methoxycinnamate, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Bentonite, Sodium chloride, Silica, Red oxide of iron, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Stearic acid, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Chlorphenesin, Talc, Black oxide of iron, Tocopheryl acetate, Fragrance, Centella asiatica extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice) root extract, Portulaca oleracea extract, Piper methysticum leaf/root/stem extract, Illicium verum(anise) fruit extract, Citrus paradisi(grapefruit) fruit extract, Nelumbium speciosum flower extract, Paeonia suffruticosa root extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Adenosine, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Linum usitatissimum (linseed) seed extract, Hibiscus esculentus fruit extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Arctium lappa root extract, Hibiscus mutabilis flower extract, Corchorus olitorius leaf extract

  221. 5.23.19
    Kate said:

    Hi Dr,

    I hope you will read my comment. I’ve just found your articles and I think they are really helpful. I’m looking for makeup cushion compact though, because it will be easy for me to carry it and touch up anytime when I go out.
    Could you please check if this cushion’s ingredients are safe during pregnancy. I would appreciate more if you could do a list of safe bb or cc cream cushions.
    Thanks so much.

    Titanium dioxide, centella asiatica leaf water, cyclopentasiloxane, phenyl trimethicone, butylene glycol, cyclohexasiloxane, ci 77492, cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone, niacinamide, diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone, trimethylsiloxysilicate, peg-10 dimethicone, disteardimonium hectorite, sodium chloride, aluminum hydroxide, stearic acid, 1,2-hexanediol, ci 77491, triethoxycaprylylsilane, caprylyl glycol, ci 77499, melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) leaf oil, adenosine, vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymer, centella asiatica leaf extract, water, ethylhexylglycerin, madecassoside

    • 5.24.19
      15mins said:

      This list looks ok!

  222. 5.29.19
    Kate said:

    Hi Dr,

    Please check if this BB Cream is safe during pregnancy:

    INGREDIENTS: AQUA (WATER), TRICAPRYLIN, BALANITES ROXBURGHII (DESERT DATE) SEED OIL, PROPANEDIOL, TITANIUM DIOXIDE, ZINC OXIDE, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER, XANTHAN GUM, PERSEA AMERICANA (AVOCADO) OIL, BENTONITE, BENZYL ALCOHOL, LAUROYL LYSINE, SODIUM MAGNESIUM SILICATE, GLUCONOLACTONE, STEARIC ACID, POLYGLYCERYL-3 POLYRICINOLEATE, SILICA, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, CITRIC ACID, BETAINE, SODIUM BENZOATE, ALOE BARBADENSIS (ALOE VERA) LEAF JUICE, TREMELLA FUCIFORMIS SPOROCARP EXTRACT, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, POTASSIUM SORBATE, TERMINALIA FERDINANDIANA (KAKADU PLUM) SEED OIL, CITRUS GLAUCA (DESERT LIME) SEED OIL, FUSANUS ACUMINATUS (QUANDONG) SEED OIL, CALCIUM GLUCONATE, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, GLYCERYL UNDECYLENATE, CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS (SAFFLOWER) SEED OIL, PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS (SWEET ALMOND) OIL, FUSANUS SPICATUS (SANDALWOOD) KERNEL OIL. MAY CONTAIN: +/- [C.I. 77019 (MICA), C.I. 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE), C.I. 77491 (IRON OXIDE), C.I. 77492 (IRON OXIDE), C.I. 77499 (IRON OXIDE)].

    Thank you so much. Appreciate it!

    • 5.30.19
      15mins said:

      This has gluconolactone which should be avoided during pregnancy, but it is ok for nursing.

  223. 5.31.19
    Heidi said:

    Hello Doctor, thank you very much for your sharing. Could you please advise if the following products are safe for pregnancy/nursing too? Thanks in advance.

    1)Clinique Even Better City Block Anti-Pollution SPF40/PA+++

    Water\Aqua\Eau , Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate , Butylene Glycol , Zinc Oxide , Titanium Dioxide , C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate , Cetyl Alcohol , Laureth-4 , Ethylhexyl Salicylate , Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract , Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract , Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract , Gentiana Lutea (Gentian) Root Extract , Yeast Extract\Faex\Extrait De Levure , Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract , Polyethylene , Hordeum Vulgare (Barley) Extract\Extrait D’Orge , Salicornia Herbacea Extract , Rosa Roxburghii Fruit Extract , Peg-100 Stearate , Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract , Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract , Plankton Extract , Pantethine , Porphyra Yezoensis (Algae) Extract , Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seedcake , Hydrogenated Lecithin , Caffeine , Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax , Acetyl Glucosamine , Pvp/Hexadecene Copolymer , Polyhydroxystearic Acid , Tocopheryl Acetate , Aluminum Hydroxide , Isohexadecane , Methicone , Propylene Glycol Dicaprate , Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate , Zeolite , Nylon-12 , Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate , Polysorbate 80 , Hexylene Glycol , Caprylyl Glycol , Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer , Isostearic Acid , Calcium Chloride , Xanthan Gum , Disodium Edta , Bht , Phenoxyethanol , Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499)

    2)YSL Fusion Ink Cushion Foundation

    Water, Methyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Titanium Dioxide, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Trisiloxane, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Magnesium Sulfate, Acrylates/Stearyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Lauroyl Lysine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Stearic Acid, Alumina, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil, Isododecane, Lecithin, Isopropyl Myristate, Isostearic Acid, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Adenosine, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Disodium EDTA, Silica, Silica Silylate, BHT, Propylene Carbonate
    Tocopherol, Fragrance, CI 77491, CI 77492, Iron Oxides, Mica

    3)Natio Flawless Foundation SPF 15

    Aqua (Water), Propylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearic Acid, Cyclopentasiloxane, Methylpropanediol, Cyclohexasiloxane, Triethanolamine, Aluminium Starch Octenylsuccinate, Magnesium Aluminium Silicate, Phenoxyethanol, Lecithin, Caprylyl Glycol, Cellulose Gum, Polysorbate 20, Propylene Glycol Stearate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Rosehip (Rosa Canina) Seed Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Sorbitan Laurate, Phenylpropanol, Propylene Glycol Laurate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Sweet Orange) Peel Oil, Cananga Odorata (Ylang Ylang) Leaf Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Benzyl Alcohol, Benzyl Salicylate, Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Linalool. May contain: CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77491 (Iron Oxide), CI 77492 (Iron Oxide), CI 77499 (Iron Oxide), CI 77019 (Mica), CI 77861 (Tin Oxide)

    • 5.31.19
      15mins said:

      All of these have chemical sunscreens and salicylates to avoid during pregnancy.

  224. 6.2.19
    Jessica said:

    Hi! What are your thoughts on encapsulated octinoxate? It supposedly works like a physical sunscreen. It’s in CyberDerm’s Every Morning Sun Whip SPF 25:

    Medicinal Ingredients: (w/w) 15% Zinc Oxide (ZinClearTM), 7.5% Octinoxate (Encapsulated)

    Non-Medicinal ingredients: Aqua, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride,Glyceryl Isostearate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-75 Stearate, Ceteth 20, Steareth-20, Glycerin, Cetyl Dimethicone, Methycellulose, Trisodium Ethylenediame Disuccinate, Xanthan Gum, Sclerotium Gum, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Silica, PVP, Chlorphenesin, Cetyl Alcohol, Sodium Citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA

    Thanks!

    • 6.2.19
      15mins said:

      I’m not confident in 1 brand’s encapsulation process to think they’ve totally changed how an ingredient works, I wouldn’t use it while pregnant.

      • 6.3.19
        Jessica Lee said:

        Thank you! Would you mind reviewing Vanicream Lip Protectant/Sunscreen?

        Active Ingredients: dimethicone 1.2%, titanium dioxide 1.5%, zinc oxide 15% Inactive Ingredients: butylene/ethylene/styrene copolymer, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, caprylic/capric triglyceride, ethylene/propylene/styrene copolymer, hydrogenated polyisobutene, isononyl isononanoate, microcrystalline wax, polyhydroxystearic acid, silica dimethyl silylate, stearic acid, triethoxycaprylylsilane

        • 6.3.19
          15mins said:

          Looks ok

  225. 6.2.19
    Jessica said:

    Hi! How do you feel about Vanicream Lip Protectant/Sunscreen SPF 30?

    Active Ingredients: dimethicone 1.2%, titanium dioxide 1.5%, zinc oxide 15% Inactive Ingredients: butylene/ethylene/styrene copolymer, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, caprylic/capric triglyceride, ethylene/propylene/styrene copolymer, hydrogenated polyisobutene, isononyl isononanoate, microcrystalline wax, polyhydroxystearic acid, silica dimethyl silylate, stearic acid, triethoxycaprylylsilane

    • 6.3.19
      15mins said:

      Looks ok

  226. 6.6.19
    Cinda said:

    Hi Dr,

    Can you help me with these sunscreens? Thank you.

    1. COOLA® Suncare Mineral Sport Sunscreen Stick SPF 50:

    Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide: 20%; Inactive Ingredients: Organic Beeswax, Bisabolol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Organic Shea Butter), Calophyllum Tacamahaca (Organic Tamanu) Seed Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Organic Coconut) Oil, Copernicia Cerifera (Organic Carnauba) Wax, Flavor, Helianthus Annuus (Organic Sunflower) Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax, Jojoba Esters, Linum Usitatissimum (Organic Linseed) Seed Oil, Oryzanol, Ozokerite, Persea Gratissima (Organic Avocado) Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Organic Sweet Almond) Oil, Ricinus Communis (Organic Castor) Seed Oil, Rubus Idaeus (Organic Raspberry) Seed Oil, Salvia Officinalis (Organic Sage) Leaf Extract, Sesamum Indicum (Organic Sesame) Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Organic Jojoba) Seed Oil, Theobroma Cacao (Organic Cocoa) Seed Butter, Tocopherol.

    2. COOLA® Suncare Mineral Body Organic Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50:

    Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide 7.00%, Titanium Dioxide 3.20% Inactive Ingredients: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (ORGANIC), Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil, Arachidyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Behenyl Alcohol, Benzyl Acetate, Brassica Camprestris Seed Oil, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C30-38 Olefin/Isopropyl Maleate/MA Copolymer, Camelina Sativa Seed Oil, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Oleosomes, Cetyl Alcohol, Chlorphenesin, Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Leaf/Twig Extract, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil (ORGANIC), Ethylhexylglycerin, Evernia Prunastri (Oakmoss) Extract, Glycerin (ORGANIC), Glyceryl Stearate, Laminaria Digitata (Algae) Extract (ORGANIC), Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Magnesium Sulfate, Mauritia Flexuosa (Buriti) Fruit Oil (ORGANIC), Methyl Anthranilate, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower/Stem Extract, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Polysorbate 60, Rubus Idaeus (Red Raspberry) Seed Oil, Silica, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil (ORGANIC), Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Sorbitan Tristearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Stearyl/Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer, Tocopherol, Triethyl Citrate, VP/Hexadecene Copolymer.

    3. COOLA® Suncare Cucumber Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30:
    Ingredients
    Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide (Sunscreen) 3.2%, Zinc Oxide (Sunscreen) 1.8%; Inactive Ingredients: Aluminum Hydroxide, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Glycerin, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Isopropyl Myristate, Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Plankton Extract, Polyamide-5, Polysilicone-11, Propylene Carbonate, Rosa Canina (Rose Hip) Fruit Oil, Silica Silylate, Stearalkonium Hectorite.

    4. COOLA® Suncare Face Mineral Sunscreen Unscented Matte Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 30:

    Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide (Sunscreen) 3.2%, Zinc Oxide (Sunscreen) 1.8%; Inactive Ingredients: Aluminum Hydroxide, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Glycerin, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Iron Oxides, Isopropyl Myristate, Isopropyl Titianium Triisostearate, Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil, Mica, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Plankton Extract, Polyamide-5, Polysilicone-11, Propylene Carbonate, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Silica Silylate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Synthetic Wax.

    Thank you very much!

  227. 6.6.19
    Cimin said:

    Hi Doctor,

    Can you help me with those 2 sunscreens for pregnancy?

    1. SunBum Mineral SPF 50 Sunscreen Face Stick – 0.45oz:

    Zinc Oxide 19.2%, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil, Oryza Sativa (Rice Bran) Wax, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Ozokerite, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Oryzanol, Fragrance, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Jojoba Esters, Tocopherol, Bisabolol.

    2. Sun Bum Mineral SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion – 3 oz. :
    Zinc Oxide 20.0%, Water, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Diheptyl Succinate, Methyl Dihydroabietate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Fragrance, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Coco-Glucoside, Tocopherol, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Cellulose Gum, Bisabolol, Cetyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Gluconate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid.

    3. One more question: Is it better to use baby sunscreen, of course mineral preferred, instead of regular mineral sunscreens? Would it be safer for moms too since ingredients are more mild for babies? Or is it not effective enough for adults?

    Thank you for your answers

    • 6.7.19
      15mins said:

      Both of these have a salicylate, I would avoid them while pregnant but they’re ok for nursing

      Baby vs “adult” formulation doesn’t really matter for strength, baby sunscreens tend to be stronger with a higher SPF actually because they have very sensitive skin to the sun. occasionally mineral sunscreens will have chemical sunscreens added in to add photostability, baby products don’t usually do that, but otherwise I would just look for a safe formulation that you don’t mind applying.

  228. 6.6.19
    Natalie said:

    Hi Doctor! Can you please let me know if this is safe to use during pregnancy? Thanks!

    Sunprise Mild Airy Finish SPF50+/PA+++

    Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Zinc Oxide, Alcohol, Dicaprylyl Ether, Dipropylene Glycol, Titanium Dioxide, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Viscum Album (Mistletoe) Leaf Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract, Carex Humillis Root Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Malpighia Emarginata (Acerola) Fruit Extract, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil, Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil, Hyaluronic Acid, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil Unsaponifiables, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Peg-10 Dimethicone, Cyclomethicone, Magnesium Sulfate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Methicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Octyldodecanol, Dimethicone, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Butylene Glycol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Cellulose Gum

    • 6.7.19
      15mins said:

      Looks ok!

  229. 6.6.19
    Mackenzie said:

    Hi! Above you list the bare minerals complexion rescue tinted hydrating moisturizer, but the link is to the bare minerals complexion rescue tinted hydrating gel cream.

    Are they the same thing? Am I ok to buy the gel cream?

    Thanks so much! Love love love this site!

    • 6.7.19
      15mins said:

      This is actually why I link directly to products, brands like to rename things randomly LOL
      They’re the same thing, I just checked the ingredient list and it is still safe.

  230. 6.11.19
    Missy said:

    Hello,

    Can you please check if this is safe during pregnancy?

    GARNIER
    SkinActive Miracle Skin Perfector BB Cream Oily/Combo Skin

    Alcohol Denat., PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Cetyl Palmitate, Nylon-12, Cyclohexasiloxane, Propylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Stearyl Alcohol, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Lithium Magnesium Sodium Silicate, Disodium EDTA, Linalool, Benzyl Salicylate, Limonene, Caffeine, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Benzyl Alcohol, Geraniol, Cellulose Acetate Butyrate, Polyphosphorylcholine Glycol Acrylate, Citral, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Sodium Chloride, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Fragrance; May Contain: Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides.

    • 6.12.19
      15mins said:

      I wouldn’t use this while pregnant due to the salicylate, but it is ok for nursing

  231. 6.14.19
    Joi said:

    Hi,

    Is this bb cream safe?

    Maybelline dream bb fresh 8-in-1 beauty balm

    Ingredients:
    Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl
    Hydroxyhydro-cinnamate
    Caprylyl glycol
    Disodium edta
    Polysorbate 80
    Citric acid
    Potassium sorbate
    propylene glycol
    Sorbitan oleate
    Sorbitan isostearate
    Polysorbate 60
    Chamomilla recutita extract
    Aloe barbadensis extract
    CI77891
    CI77492
    CI77491
    CI77499
    C186037/1

    • 6.14.19
      15mins said:

      If this is the whole list it is ok, double check for a listed SPF though, you don’t have any sunscreens listed and I thought Maybelline did sunscreen in these?

      • 6.15.19
        Joi said:

        Oh good thing you mentioned it, i missed the first part

        G852694/6 aqua
        Ethylhexyl palmitate
        Glycerin
        Ocytyldodecanol
        Silica
        Pentylene glycol
        Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloydimethyl taurate copolymer
        Titanium dioxide
        Octyldodecyl
        Octyldodecyl xyloside
        Phenoxyethanol
        Isohexadecane
        Punica granatum extract
        Hydrogenerated lecithin
        Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloydimethyl taurate copolymer
        Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate
        Sodium dehydroacetate

        • 6.15.19
          15mins said:

          I thought it looked short! 🙂 This is all ok for pregnancy too

  232. 6.15.19
    Tara said:

    Hi, please could you check if this is safe to use in pregnancy?

    KORRES Natural Red Grape Anti-Spot Face Sunscreen SPF50 50ml

    Ingredient list:
    Aqua/Water/Eau, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Octocrylene, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Alcohol Denat., Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Isoamyl Laurate, Silica, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Titanium Dioxide (nano), Caprylyl Glycol, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Distarch Phosphate, Alumina, Aluminum Stearate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Cellulose Gum, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Glyceryl Caprylate, Glyceryl Stearate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Isomalt, Lecithin, Lepidium Sativum Sprout Extract, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Panthenol, Parfum (Fragrance), Phenoxyethanol, Phenylpropanol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polysorbate 80, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Carboxymethyl Beta-Glucan, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Soy Isoflavones, Tetrahydrodiferuloylmethane, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Cell Extract, Xanthan Gum.

    • 6.15.19
      15mins said:

      This has a salicylate and chemical sunscreens, both of which I would avoid while pregnant. It should be ok for nursing though.

  233. 6.15.19
    Tara said:

    Hi, please can you check if this BB cream is safe to use in pregnancy?

    Pacifica Alight Multi-Mineral BB Cream

    Ingredient list:
    Water, glycerin, caprylic/ capric triglyceride, cetearyl olivate, sorbitan olivate, sorbitan sesquioleate, simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) esters, iris pallida (sweet iris) leaf cell extract, rosa damascena (damascus rose) leaf cell extract, cocos nucifera (coconut) water, laminaria hyperborea (kelp extract blend), hyaluronic acid, potassium cetyl phosphate, hydroxyethylcellulose, titanium dioxide, iron oxides, iron oxide black, mica, potassium sorbate, sodium dehydroacetate, sodium benzoate, citric acid, punica granatum (pomegranate) extract, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, white tea extract, aloe barbgadensis leaf juice, fragrance (all natural).

    Thank you!

    • 6.15.19
      15mins said:

      Looks ok

  234. 6.17.19
    Vivian said:

    Hi Dr.,

    1. If this list of ingredients is good for pregnancy?
    BB Tinted Treatment 12-Hour Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen
    -Titanium Dioxide
    -Zinc Oxide

    Cyclopentasiloxane, Isododecane, Mica, Polysilicone-11, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Hexyl Laurate, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Stearic Acid, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Alumina, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline, Diamond Powder, Iron Oxides.

    2. Also do we need to apply a layer of sunscreen under the product? Will SPF 30 be enough to protect the skin?

    • 6.18.19
      15mins said:

      This BB looks ok to me! I think SPF 30 is ok, though if you’re spending all day every day outside I would personally bump up to a product with SPF 50 and make sure I’m reapplying every 2 hours.

  235. 6.17.19
    Annet said:

    Hi Doc,

    Is Drunk Elephant Umbra Sheer Physical Daily Defense SPF 30 safe for pregnancy?

    -Zinc Oxide 20%: Provides sun protection.-Zinc Oxide 20%: An invisible physical sunscreen that provides powerful UV protection from harmful rays, ideal for all skin types including sensitive.
    -Astaxanthin-rich Algae Extract: A cartenoid with potent antioxidant properties that provides defense from oxidative damage.
    -Sunflower Sprout Extract: A powerful ingredient that helps neutralize free radicals and exhibits strong anti-glycation properties.
    -Grape Juice Extract: Naturally soothing and helps calm redness; has natural anti-microbial and antioxidant properties and acts as a natural free radical scavenger.

    Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Pentylene Glycol, Glycerin, Steareth-2, Propanediol, Steareth-21, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Silica, Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Sprout Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Juice Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Raspberry Seed Oil/Tocopheryl Succinate Aminopropanediol Esters, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Sea Water, Acetyl Glucosamine, Cetearyl Glucoside, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Glycine, Sucrose, Lecithin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Xanthan Gum, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Iron Oxides (CI 77491).

  236. 6.17.19
    Joanna said:

    Hi doctor,

    Will you please help look at below two sunscreen and see if they are safe for pregnant use? Thanks a lot!

    1. Natura Bisse DIAMOND SPF 50 PA +++ OIL-FREE BRILLIANT SUN PROTECTION

    Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Glycerin, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Arginine, Stearic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide, Lactobacillus/Punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract, Bisabolol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glyceryl Linoleate, Glyceryl Linolenate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Diphenyl Dimethicone/Vinyl Diphenyl Dimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Aluminum Stearate, Hexyl Laurate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Dimethiconol, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Propylene Carbonate, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance, Alumina, Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Iron Oxides (CI 77491).

    2. Cel de peau UV Protective Cream SPF 50+
    ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: Purpose OCTINOXATE 7.4% ・・・・・ Sunscreen OCTOCRYLENE 3.0% ・・・・・ Sunscreen ZINC OXIDE 16.4% ・・・・・ Sunscreen INACTIVE INGREDIENTS:WATER・DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL・ISOHEXADECANE・ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE・GLYCERIN・SD ALCOHOL 40-B・LAURYL PEG-9 POLYDIMETHYLSILOXYETHYL DIMETHICONE・DIMETHICONE・POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE・DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE・POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE・PEG/PPG-14/7 DIMETHYL ETHER・POLYBUTYLENE GLYCOL/PPG-9/1 COPOLYMER・MACADAMIA SEED OIL POLYGLYCERYL-6 ESTERS BEHENATE・PEG-6・PEG-32・SILICA・TREHALOSE・TOCOPHERYL ACETATE・POLYQUATERNIUM-51・SODIUM ACETYLATED HYALURONATE・DIPOTASSIUM GLYCYRRHIZATE・SAXIFRAGA SARMENTOSA EXTRACT・GINKGO BILOBA LEAF EXTRACT・THYMUS SERPILLUM EXTRACT・CRATAEGUS MONOGYNA FLOWER EXTRACT・HYDROLYZED SILK・2-O-ETHYL ASCORBIC ACID・SCUTELLARIA BAICALENSIS ROOT EXTRACT・UNCARIA GAMBIR EXTRACT・GARCINIA MANGOSTANA BARK EXTRACT・HIBISCUS SABDARIFFA FLOWER EXTRACT・PANAX GINSENG ROOT EXTRACT・BUPLEURUM FALCATUM ROOT EXTRACT・HYDROLYZED CONCHIOLIN PROTEIN・HYDROGENATED POLYDECENE・HYDROGEN DIMETHICONE・ISOSTEARIC ACID・BUTYLENE GLYCOL・TRISODIUM EDTA・TALC・ALCOHOL・BHT・TOCOPHEROL・TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE・THEANINE・PHENOXYETHANOL・FRAGRANCE・IRON OXIDES・TITANIUM DIOXIDE・MICA・

    Would be awesome if you could do a coverage on Valmont when you have time 🙂 Thanks again!

    • 6.18.19
      15mins said:

      I’ll add Valmont to my list. I’ve never heard of that brand!
      Both of these have chemical sunscreens to avoid, #2 also has licorice root. I wouldn’t use them while pregnant but they would be ok while nursing.

      • 6.18.19
        Joanna said:

        Thanks so much for your time and effort!
        Valmont is an awesome brand. Their ingredients are listed on their France region settings. The fact they don’t show it on any other region is making me a little weary.

        • 6.19.19
          15mins said:

          That’s a bit odd about the france thing. Thanks for the tip!

  237. 6.18.19
    Lindsey said:

    Hi! Is this Hynt Beauty sunscreen ok? ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Titanium Dioxide 9%. Inactive Ingredients: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil*, Krameria Triandra (Rhatany) Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate (Plant Derived), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Squalane (Plant Derived), Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil*, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract*, Symphytum Officinale (Comfrey) Root Extract*, Laminaria Digitata (Algae) Extract*, Viola Tricolor (Wild Pansy) Extract*, Pantothenic Acid, Tocopheryl Linoleate (Vitamin E), Vitis Vinifera (Grapeseed) Seed Extract*, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis (Licorice) Root Extract*, Allantoin (Plant Derived), Sodium Pca, Raphanus Sativus Root Extract (Leuconostoc Radish Root Ferment-Natural Preservative) Extract, Bisabolol(Chamomile), Plantago Major (Plantain) Leaf Extract, Beta-Glucan, Pinus Pinaster (Pine) Bark Extract, Riboflavin. *Certified Organic

    • 6.18.19
      15mins said:

      I would avoid this during pregnancy due to the licorice root, but it is ok for nursing

  238. 6.21.19
    Diana said:

    Hello doctor!

    Can you please check if the ingredients in this SPF cream are pregnancy safe?
    YADAH ‘Oh my sun protection, SPF 50, PA++++’

    Water, Cyclomethicone, Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Dibutyl Adipate, Niacinamide, Caprylyl Methicone, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Magnesium Sulfate, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Aluminum Hydroxide, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Centella Asiatica Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Stearic Acid, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Fructooligosaccharides, Saccharide Hydrolysate, Opuntia Coccinellifera Fruit Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pullulan, Octyldodecanol, Adenosine, Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil, Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil Unsaponifiables, Tocopherol

    Thank you very much in advance, doctor.

    • 6.22.19
      15mins said:

      This looks ok to me

  239. 6.22.19
    Ashley said:

    Hello! Wondering if this sunscreen from MD solar science is safe to use while pregnant and breastfeeding.

    Ingredients:

    Actives: 2% Titanium Dioxide, 17% Zinc Oxide

    Inactives: Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Isostearate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Silica, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Polysilicone-15, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Iron Oxides, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Extract, Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Extract

    • 6.22.19
      15mins said:

      I wouldn’t use this while pregnant due to the salicylate. It is ok for nursing.

  240. 6.24.19
    Melody said:

    Hi! New subscriber here! Thank you for posting so many great things. I was hoping you could tell me if this facial sunscreen is safe to use during pregnancy. Thank you!

    ThinkSun everyday face mineral sunscreen SPF 30+

    Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide 20% (Non-nano)
    Inactive Ingredients: PURIFIED WATER (0), ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE (0), CAPRIC CAPRYLIC TRIGLYCERIDES(0), SORBITAN STEARATE (COCONUT BASED) (1), PINE WOOD RESIN (0), VEGETABLE GLYCERIN (0), CETYL DIMETHICONE (0), HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL (0), MAGNESIUM SULFATE (EPSOM SALT) (0), SUNFLOWER OIL, JOJOBA OIL (0), ASCORBIC ACID (VITAMIN C) (0), TOCOPHEROLS (VITAMIN E) (1), OLIVE OIL (0), RASPBERRY SEED OIL (0), CRANBERRY SEED OIL (0), HYALURONIC ACID (MADE FROM VEGETABLE) (0), CURRANT (0), CITRUS PARADISI (0), IRON OXIDE (2) (SKIN DEEP RATINGS CHANGE)

    • 6.24.19
      15mins said:

      Looks ok

  241. 6.26.19
    Maria said:

    Hi Doctor.

    I hope it’s ok to post this here. I am wondering if this natural mosquito repellant is safe in very early pregnancy. I live in a country where Dengue is prevalent and so want to protect myself but not sure which mosquito spray to get. I bought this one called babyganics but I’m not sure if it’s safe to use these essential oils on my body in early pregnancy. This is the list of ingredients:

    Soybean oil 95.25%, citronella oil 0.95%, rosemary oil 1.50%, lemongrass oil 0.25%, peppermint oil 0.60%, geranium oil 0.75%, cedarwood oil 0.70%

    So grateful for your help! You are amazing!!

    • 6.26.19
      15mins said:

      These ingredients look ok, but in the US our OBs still recommend DEET. I’d ask your OB if you need the higher level of protection. Good luck!

  242. 6.26.19
    JAMIE said:

    Hello! Question on whether the following is pregnancy safe:

    Cell Fusion C – Laser Sunscreen
    WATER, DIBUTYL ADIPATE, PROPANEDIOL, C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE, DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE, BUTYLOCTYL SALICYLATE, POLYSILICONE-15, ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE, BEHENYL ALCOHOL, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL, SILICA, ARACHIDYL ALCOHOL, SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS (JOJOBA) SEED OIL, LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA (LAVENDER) OIL, ECHIUM PLANTAGINEUM SEED OIL, ROSE FLOWER OIL, JUNIPERUS MEXICANA OIL, CURCUMA LONGA (TURMERIC) ROOT EXTRACT, SALVIA HISPANICA SEED EXTRACT, PORTULACA OLERACEA EXTRACT, CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT, HOUTTUYNIA CORDATA EXTRACT, CARDIOSPERMUM HALICACABUM FLOWER/LEAF/VINE EXTRACT, ARACHIDYL GLUCOSIDE, GLYCERYL STEARATE, CETYL ALCOHOL, OCTYLDODECANOL, SODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE, POLYGLYCERYL-2 CAPRATE, PANTHENOL, POLYACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER-6, SACCHARIDE HYDROLYSATE, HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER, SUCROSE STEARATE, XANTHAN GUM, STEARIC ACID, ALLANTOIN, ALUMINA, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, SQUALANE, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL UNSAPONIFIABLES, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, CERAMIDE NP, CHOLESTEROL, CHOLESTERYL MACADAMIATE, PALMITIC ACID, SACCHARIDE ISOMERATE, HYDROLYZED LUPINE PROTEIN

    • 6.26.19
      15mins said:

      I would avoid this due to the chemical sunscreens and salicylate. It would be ok while nursing.

  243. 6.27.19
    Nadia said:

    Hi Dr. Christine,
    Supergoop just came out with a new sunscreen called Zincscreen. I was wondering if it’s safe to use during pregnancy as the previous Supergoop approved one is a CC Cream that I don’t like to use. Thanks in advance!!

    Active Ingredients:
    Zinc Oxide 13%

    Inactive Ingredients:
    Water, Tetradecane, Cetearyl Nonanoate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isopropyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Myristate, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Mica, Propanediol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Gluconolactone, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Brassica Campestris/ Aleurites Fordi Oil Copolymer, Propanediol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Sodium Chloride, Magnesium Sulfate, Fructose, Octyldodecyl Oleate, Tocopherol, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Dodecane, Hexadecane, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Withania Somnifera Flower Extract, Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract, Silica, Calcium Gluconate

    • 6.27.19
      15mins said:

      Doh! I would still avoid this during pregnancy due to the Gluconolactone. It’s ok to use during nursing.

      • 7.2.19
        Nadia Moulin said:

        Thanks a lot 🙂

        I just have aaaaanother question: if something isn’t safe to use during pregnancy, wouldn’t it make sense not to use it at all? Even when I’m not pregnant, would you not suggest a sunscreen that’s free of anything that could be harmful whilst pregnant? And why or why not?

        • 7.2.19
          15mins said:

          It’s pretty restrictive to always be using pregnancy friendly only skincare all the time. For example, the best anti-aging skincare ingredients out there are retinoids. And most sunscreens for the face and in makeup are chemical, not physical. Many women (such as myself) aren’t trying to conceive all the time, so it doesn’t make sense to limit ourselves in that way. If there’s a pregnancy safe product you love using, that’s great! I have a bunch that I use all the time. But I don’t limit myself to pregnancy safe products as I’m not pregnant or trying to get pregnant any time soon.

  244. 6.28.19
    Clara said:

    Hi Doctor! Your website is a lifesaver and I was so relieved that having chanced upon your it. Could you help me to check out if this particular skincare product of mine is pregnancy safe?

    Dermedex Refining Cream 2
    Ingredients list:
    1. Water
    2. Caprylic/Capric Acid
    3. Avocado oil
    4. Mineral oil
    5. Babassu oil
    6. Cetearyl octanoate & lsopropyl myristate
    7. TEA – Stearate Docosahexaenoic acid
    8. Elcosapentaeoic acid,
    9. Algae extract
    10. Soluble collagen
    11. Lecithin & Ginkgo biloba extract
    12. Potassium cetyl phosphate
    13. Imidazolidinyl urea
    14. Carbomer
    15. Disodium EDTA
    16. Citric acid
    17. Cysteine
    18. Beta carotene
    19. Methol Angelica
    20. Oryza Saliva germ oil
    21. Suffron extract
    22. Fragrance

    Thank you very much!

    • 6.29.19
      15mins said:

      Looks ok to me

  245. 6.29.19
    Anna Valerio said:

    Hi Dr.,

    Im also pregnnt, almost 7 weeks.
    How about VMV’s skintangible BBBB cream spf 30 ingredients:
    Aqua/ Water/ Eau
    Cyclopentasiloxane,
    Zinc Oxide,
    Butylene glycol,
    Dicaprylyl carbonate,
    Glyceryl stearate,
    Peg-100 stearate,
    Peg 10 Dimethicone,
    Glyceryl laurate,
    Titanium dioxide,
    Steareth 2,
    Hydrogen dimethicone,
    Steareth 2,
    Hydrogen caprate,
    Dimethicone/Vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer,
    Alumina,
    Camellia sinesis leaf extract,
    Citric acid,
    Sodium phytate,
    Simethicone,
    C177492, C177491, C177499 (iron oxides)

    Thank you so much!

    • 6.29.19
      15mins said:

      As long as the zinc and titanium listed here are the sunscreen ingredients (meaning there isn’t something else listed under “active ingredients) then this looks ok to me

      • 6.30.19
        Anna Valerio said:

        Thank you so much, Doctor! Per checking, that’s all the ingredients specified on the box.

  246. 6.29.19
    Missy said:

    Hello,

    Can you please tell me if this is safe? Thank you!

    Babo Botanicals Daily Sheer Tinted Facial Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30, Natural Glow

    Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide 6.00% Sunscreen, Zinc Oxide 6.00% Sunscreen

    Inactive Ingredients: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf (Aloe Vera Gel) Juice*, Aqua (Deionized Water), Argania Spinosa (Argan) Oil, Beeswax*, OrganicButyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*, C13-14 Alkyls Benzoate, OrganicCamellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Extract*, Caryodendron Orinocense (Kahai) Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Organic Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil*, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Extract, Decyl Glucoside, Glycerin*, Glyceryl Caprylate, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Glyceryl Stearate, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Organic Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Oil*, Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Oil, Hyaluronic Acid, Iron Oxides, Lecithin, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Butter, Organic Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Extract*, Organic Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Oil*, Saccharide Isomerate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Stearic Acid, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Xanthan Gum, Zemea (Corn) Propanediol.

    • 7.1.19
      15mins said:

      Looks ok

  247. 7.1.19
    AH said:

    hi Dr.

    Could you please let me know if Dr. Jart+ Dis A Pore Beauty Balm BB cream is safe to use please. I checked under Dr.Jart+ page and there is only the Premium and Black Label Detox BB listed. Thank you!

    -Titanium Dioxide 9.45, Octinaxate 4, and Zinc Oxide 0.98 -Vita Bright Capsules: Even skintone.-Vitamin Tree Fruit: Brightens skin.-Snow Lotus: Brightens and soothes.-Nordenau Water: Moisturizes.Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Pentylene Glycol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Cyclomethicone, C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Methylpropanediol, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Magnesium Sulfate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, PhenylTrimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butyl Avocadate, Disodium EDTA, Cananga Odorata Flower Extract, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Water, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Water, Mentha Rotundifolia Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Water, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Water, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Flower Water, Argania Spinosa Kernel Extract, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Rosa Multiflora Fruit Extract, Carbomer, Propyl Gallate, Iron Oxides (CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499).

    • 7.1.19
      15mins said:

      Sorry, this has a chemical sunscreen that I would avoid during pregnancy. Should be ok for nursing.

      • 7.1.19
        AH said:

        thank you!

  248. 7.1.19
    Diane said:

    Hi,

    Would you mind checking this sunscreens for safety? Thanks again for all your hard work!

    Colorscience Whipped Mineral Tinted Sunscreen Daily UV Protector SPF 30

    Active Ingredients:
    Titanium Dioxide 5.4%; Zinc Oxide 5.4%

    Inactive Ingredients:
    Cyclopentasiloxane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Glycerin, Water, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Spirulina Maxima Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract, Palmaria Palmata Extract, Disodium Lauriminodipropionate Tocopheryl Phosphates, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, Ascorbic Acid, Dimethiconol, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Fusanus Spicatus Wood Oil, Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Benzoic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Farnesol, Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499)

    • 7.2.19
      15mins said:

      This looks ok to me

  249. 7.1.19
    Amanda said:

    Hi Doctor,

    When you get some time, could you take a look at these ingredients?

    IT COSMETICS
    CC+ Cream with SPF 50+

    -Collagen
    -Peptides
    -Hyaluronic Acid
    -Titanium Dioxide 9.0%, Zinc Oxide 6.3%

    Water, Snail Secretion Filtrate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Magnesium Sulfate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Aluminum Hydroxide, Hexyl Laurate, Stearic Acid, Calcium Stearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Phenoxyethanol, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Disodium Edta, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Punica Granatum Seed Oil, Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Niacinamide, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Cholesterol, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water, Lactobacillus/Honeysuckle Flower/Licorice Root/Morus Alba Root/Pueraria Lobata Root/Schizandra Chinensis Fruit/Scutellaria Baicalensis Root/Sophora Japonica Flower Extract Ferment Filtrate, Perfluorohexane, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chrysanthemum Indicum Flower Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Perfluorodecalin, Morus Alba Fruit Extract, Magnolia Kobus Bark Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sprout Extract, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Pentafluoropropane, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Steareth-20, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Colloidal Oatmeal, Hydrolyzed Silk, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, N-Hydroxysuccinimide, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Tocopherol, Thiamine Hcl, Riboflavin, Retinyl Palmitate, Pantothenic Acid, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Niacin, Folic Acid, Chrysin, Carnitine Hcl, Biotin, Ascorbic Acid, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Chlorhexidine Digluconate. May Contain: Iron Oxides (Ci 77492, Ci 77491, Ci 77499).

  250. 7.4.19
    Lina said:

    Hi doctor,

    Thank you for your helpful website!

    Would this be pregnancy safe?

    Supergoop! Smooth and Poreless 100% Mineral Matte Screen

    Inactive Ingredients:
    Cyclopentasiloxane, Coco-Caprylate, Isododecane, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Dimethicone, Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Water (Aqua), Isostearic Acid, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Bisabolol, Alumina, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Buddleja Officinalis Flower Extract, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Hydrangea Arborescens Root Extract, Morus Alba Root Extract, Polysorbate 20, Resveratrol, Scutellaria Lateriflora Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Pentapeptide-21

    • 7.5.19
      15mins said:

      You’re missing the active sunscreen ingredients here (I can’t comment on safety without the full list), but it is likely in my pregnancy safe products from SuperGoop post.

  251. 7.4.19
    Zoë said:

    Hello Dr!
    I really love how informative your site is!! All the work and effort you have put into it is much appreciated!! Could you please advise whether the following cc cream is safe for pregnancy:
    Armani Prima color control glow moisturizer spf35/pa+++
    Ingredients: Aqua/water, dimethicone, glycerin, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, alcohol denat., isododecane, peg-10 dimethicone, dipropylene glycol, titanium dioxide (nano) / titanium dioxide, pentylene glycol, disteardimonium hectorite, betaine, talc, diisostearyl malate,tocopheryl acetate, macadamia ternifolia seed oil, phenoxyethanol, adenosine, magnesium sulfate, magnesium aspartate, ethylhexyl hydroxystearate, ethyl menthane carboxamide, silica (nano) / silica, silica, dimethiconol, dimethicone/ vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, simmomdsia chinensis oil/ jojoba seed oil, limonene, zinc glucconate, linalool, benzyl alcohol, copper gluconate, parfum/fragrance, coriandrum satmum oil/coriander fruit oil, moringa pterygosperma seed extract, passiflora edulis oil/passiflora edulis seed oil, disodium stearoyl glutamate, methicone, prunus armeniaca kernel oil/apricot kernel oil, aluminium starch octenylsuccinate, alumina, aluminum hydroxide, (+/- may contain, ci 77891/ titanium dioxide, ci 77491, ci77492, ci77499/iron oxides, ci77163/bismuth oxychloride, ci45410/red 28 lake, ci15850/red 7. (Code f.i.l. B163208/2)
    Thank you very much in advance!

    • 7.4.19
      15mins said:

      This has chemical sunscreen to avoid during pregnancy. It’s ok during nursing.

  252. 7.8.19
    Lulu G said:

    Hi Dr. Christine,

    Can you please check Clear Smooth All in One BB Cream?

    Thank you!

    Ingredients:

    Aqua / Water,Alcohol, Glycerin,Dipropylene Glycol,Dimethicone, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamte,Ammonium Polyacryldimethylauramide/ Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Styrene/ Acrylates Copolymer , Triethanolamine , Poloxamer 336 , Carbomer , Parfum/ Fragrance , Salicylic Acid , Isopropyl Titanium Triisosterate , Alumina , Peg-8 Laurate , Ascorbyl Palmitate , Menthol , Linalool , Citrus Limon Fruit Extract/ Lemon Fruit Extract , Benzyl Alcohol , Citronellol , [+/- May Contain Ci 77891/ Titanium Dioxide , Ci 77491 , Ci 77492 , Ci 77499/ Iron Oxides]

    • 7.9.19
      15mins said:

      I would avoid this during pregnancy due to the chemical sunscreen (ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate) and salicylic acid. It is ok for nursing.

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