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Pregnancy Safe Skincare from Alba Botanica

What products from Alba Botanica are safe if you are pregnant?

Pregnancy safe skincare can be super difficult and confusing. I have an entire guide devoted to what products are safe to use while pregnant including information on what ingredients to avoid while pregnant and a huge list of pregnancy safe skincare products. The list has gotten so large that I’ve decided to start listing brands in their own individual posts.

Here you’ll find every skincare product (that I reviewed) from Alba Botanica as of 3/16/2019. All of the products meet my pregnancy safe criteria. On my next review I will add every other product to the other categories so you’ll know why I didn’t consider them to be safe. Note I will link to every product directly to avoid confusion. You’ll know exactly which product I mean.

Pregnancy Safe Products from Alba Botanica

Aloe & Green Tea Oil-Free Moisturizer
Even Advanced Deep Sea Facial Mask
Even Advanced Eye Makeup Remover
Even Advanced Sea Kelp Facial Toner
Even Advanced Sea Mineral Cleansing Gel
Even Advanced Sea Lipids Daily Cream
Even Advanced Sea Plus Renewal Night Cream
Fast Fix for Puffy Eyes
Fast Fix for Thin Lips
Fast Fix Sheet Mask, Camu Camu Anti-Wrinkle
Fast Fix Sheet Mask, Coconut Water Hydrate
Good & Clean Dual Textured Exfoliating Towelettes
Hawaiian 3-In-1 Clean Towelettes
Hawaiian Detox Towelettes 
Hawaiian Detox Scrub, Anti-Pollution Volcanic Clay
Hawaiian Detox Warming Volcanic Mud Mask
Hawaiian Detox Warming Volcanic Clay Cleanser 
Hawaiian Detox Cleanser
Hawaiian Detox Sheet Mask
Hawaiian Enzyme Face Cleanser
Hawaiian Facial Scrub Pore Purifying Pineapple Enzyme
Hawaiian Green Tea Eye Gel
Hawaiian Facial Wash, Deep Cleansing Coconut Milk
Hawaiian Hibiscus Facial Toner
Hawaiian Moisture Cream, Soothing Jasmine & Vitamin E 
Natural Even Advanced Eye Makeup Remover
Un-Petroleum, Multi-Purpose Jelly

Not Safe for Pregnancy, Ok for Nursing

Acnedote Clean ‘N Treat Daily Cleansing Towelettes: Salicylic acid, Willow Bark (Salicylate), Licorice Root
Acnedote Clearing Gel Peel: Salicylic acid, Willow Bark (Salicylate)
Acnedote Deep Clean Astringent: Salicylic acid, Willow Bark (Salicylate), Licorice Root
Acnedote Deep Pore Wash: Salicylic acid, Willow Bark (Salicylate)
Acnedote Face & Body Scrub: Salicylic acid, Willow Bark (Salicylate), Licorice Root
Acnedote Invisible Treatment Gel: Salicylic acid, Willow Bark (Salicylate), Licorice Root
Acnedote Oil Control Lotion: Salicylic acid, Willow Bark (Salicylate)
Acne Dote Pimple Patches: Salicylic Acid
Even Advanced Natural Moisturizer Sea Moss SPF 15: Chemical Sunscreens
Fast Fix Sheet Mask, Papaya Anti-Acne: Salicylic Acid
Fast Fix For A Pimple: Willow Bark (Salicylate), Licorice Root
Fast Fix for Undereye Circles: Licorice Root
Good & Clean Daily Detox Foaming Cleanser: Willow Bark (Salicylate)
Good & Clean Gentle Acne Wash: Willow Bark (Salicylate), Salicylic Acid
Good & Clean Pore Purifying Mini Peel: Salicylic Acid
Good & Clean Toxin Release Scrub: Willow Bark (Salicylate), Licorice Root
Hawaiian Ultra Sheer Lotion: Malic Acid
Hawaiian Lip Balm: Licorice Root

Not Safe for Pregnancy or Nursing

Note I’m including products with retinoids here, as those are a bit iffy. It depends on how conservative you want to be while nursing (still absolutely contraindicated while pregnant). Refer to my post on ingredients to avoid while nursing for more discussion.

Even Advanced Sea Algae Enzyme Scrub: Retinoid

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  1. 6.15.19
    Grace said:

    Hi Doctor,

    Do we need to be aware on the ingredients of body wash and shampoo during pregnancy? and would like to seek for your advice on below body wash. Million thanks!

    1. Alba Botanica, Very Emollient, Bath & Shower Gel, Honey Mango
    Aqua (water), cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, sodium cocoyl isethionate, glycerin, disodium cocoyl glutamate, glyceryl stearate, sodium chloride, cocos nucifera (coconut) oil*, aloe barbadensis leaf juice*, centella asiatica extract, chamomilla recutita (matricaria) flower extract, lavendula angustifolia (lavender) flower/leaf/stem extract, melissa officinalis (lemon balm) leaf extract, sambucus nigra fruit extract*, alcohol, citric acid, guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, sodium stearoyl lactylate, benzyl alcohol, potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate, benzyl benzoate, benzyl salicylate, butylphenyl methylpropional, limonene, fragrance (parfum).

    2. Nature’s Gate, Body Wash
    Water, cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, sodium cocoyl isethionate, glycerin, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, lauryl glucoside, polysorbate 20, punica granatum (pomegranate) oil, punica granatum (pomegranate) extract, helianthus annuus (sunflower) extract, sodium hyaluronate, butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter, prunus amygdalus dulcis (sweet almond) oil, prunus armeniaca (apricot) kernel oil, glycine soja (soybean) oil, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, tocopheryl acetate, euterpe oleracea (acai) fruit extract, camellia sinensis (white tea) leaf extract, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, glyceryl undecylenate, sodium hydroxide, phenoxyethanol, citric acid, fragrance*.
    *Phthalate Free

    3. Jason Moisturizing Herbs Body Wash
    Aqua (Water), Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice(1), Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Fruit Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil(1), Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Allantoin, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glycerin, Lauryl Glucoside, Sodium Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Stearyl Citrate, Citric Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Citronellol, Fragrance (Parfum)

    • 6.15.19
      15mins said:

      You don’t need to worry about hair products, so don’t worry about your shampoo.

      #1 and #3 have a salicylate, I would avoid them while pregnant but they’re ok for nursing.
      #2 is ok

      • 6.15.19
        grace said:

        Thank you so much !!

  2. 6.29.19
    Claudia said:

    Hi Doc,

    I was wondering what you think on the ingredients to this Shaving cream? I’ve learned alot from your website about ingredients I should avoid, so thank you for sharing your knowledge. I’m thinking it’s ok, but I could be wrong. I just want to be sure. May you please take a look? Thank you 😁 !

    Alba Botanica Very Emollient
    Cream Shave Coconut Lime:

    Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Carbomer, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil(1), Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil(1), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice(1), Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract(1), Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract(1), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract(1), Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Extract, Potassium Hydroxide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Alcohol(1), Benzyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene, Flavor, Fragrance (Parfum). (1)Certified Organic Ingredient

    • 6.29.19
      15mins said:

      Looks ok to me

    • 6.29.19
      Claudia said:

      Thank you! ☺

  3. 7.30.19
    Lora said:

    Hi! Could you please review the safety of this body lotion? Please forgive me if you have another page dedicated to body lotions. I used the search feature and didn’t find this lotion so I thought I’d ask here! Thanks!!

    Alba Botanica Very Emollient body lotion coconut rescue

    Ingredients:
    Aqua (Purified Water), Cetyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil (Certified Organic Ingredient), Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract (Certified Organic Ingredient), Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (Certified Organic Ingredient), Alcohol (Certified Organic Ingredient), Beeswax, Caffeine, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Juice, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Dextrose, Maltodextrin, Xanthan Gum, Vanillin, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate.

    • 7.30.19
      15mins said:

      Looks good to me!

      • 8.4.19
        Lora said:

        Thank you!

  4. 11.5.19
    Kara said:

    I can’t thank you enough for all you do in helping pregnant mommas make smart choices!

    I threw away my face wash that I was using and bought 3 others listed below bc I couldn’t decide in store. Are any of them safe for pregnancy? What face wash do you recommend ( whats you’re go to?), doesn’t even have to be these listed either!

    Alba botanica hydration sensation: Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Glycerin, Sorbitan Oleate Decylglycoside Crosspolymer, Sodium Chloride, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Cupressus Sempervirens (Cypress) Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Leaf Oil, Ferula Galbaniflua (Galbanum) Resin Oil, Juniper Mexicana (Cedar) Oil, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Pogostemon Cablin Oil Thuja Occidentalis (Cedarleaf Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice(1), Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract(1), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract(1), Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Citric Acid, Glyceryl Caprylate, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Anisate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Levulinate, Squalane(2), Alcohol(1), Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Linalool. (1) Certified Organic Ingredient (2) From Plant Source

    Pacifica Coconut Milk Cream to foam face wash: Aqua, Myristic Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Palmitic Acid, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Glycerin, Glycol Distearate, Cocoyl Methyl Glucamide, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Benzyl Alcohol, Parfum (Natural), Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Powder, Sodium Phytate, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Water, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Sodium Benzoate, Sorbic Acid, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sodium Chloride.

    Pacifica Sea Foam complete face wash: Aqua, Cocomidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sodium Cocoyl Sulfoacetate, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Decyl Glucoside, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycerin (Vegetable), Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Glycol Stearate, Carica Papaya Extract, Lemon Bioflavonoids, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Water, Citric Acid, Tocopherol Acetate (Vitamin E), Panthenol (Vitamin B), Sodium Pca, Allantoin, Porphyra Umbilicalis (Nori) Extract, Garcinia Mangostana (Mangosteen) Peel Extract, Camellia Sinensis (White Tea) Leaf Extract, Sea Algae Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum (Natural).

    THANK YOU!!!

    • 11.5.19
      15mins said:

      My go-to isn’t pregnancy safe (it’s this one) but all 3 of these are pregnancy safe and ok for nursing too 🙂

  5. 11.20.19
    Brittany said:

    Hi! I had a question about these three products. It says they’re safe for pregnancy, but aren’t listed on safe for, or not safe for nursing. So I just needed to know if they are actually okay for nursing?

    Thank you!

    1. Alba Botanica Pore Purifying Pineapple Enzyme Hawaiian Facial Cleanser

    Ingredients:
    Aqua (Water), Decyl Glucoside, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Glycerin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (Certified Organic Ingredient), Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract (Certified Organic Ingredient), Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract (Certified Organic Ingredient), Passiflora Incarnata Flower Extract (Certified Organic Ingredient), Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Bromelain, Maltodextrin, Panthenol, Sodium PCA, Coco-Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Alcohol (Certified Organic Ingredient), Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Benzyl Benzoate, Limonene, Fragrance (Parfum).

    2. Alba Botanica Hawaiian Moisture Cream, Soothing Jasmine and Vitamin E

    Ingredients:
    Aqua (Water), Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Oil (Certified Organic Ingredient), Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Octyl Palmitate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (Certified Organic Ingredient), Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Laurate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Aleurites Moluccana Seed Oil, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil (Certified Organic Ingredient), Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) (Certified Organic Ingredient), Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil (Certified Organic Ingredient), Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Flower Extract, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract, Allantoin, Dimethicone, Panthenol, Stearic Acid, Tocopherol, Tromethamine, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Amyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Cinnamic Alcohol, Eugenol, Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Linalool, Fragrance (Parfum).

    3. Alba Botanica Even Advanced Sea Plus Renewal Night Cream

    Ingredients:
    Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Shea Butter, Glycerin, Glycol Distearate, Stearic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (Certified Organic Ingredient), Anacyclus Pyrethrum Root Extract, Arnica Montana Flower Extract (Certified Organic Ingredient), Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (Certified Organic Ingredient), Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan) Extract (Certified Organic Ingredient), Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract (Certified Organic Ingredient), Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Enteromorpha Compressa Extract, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract, Spirulina Maxima Extract, Ulva Lactuca Extract (Certified Organic Ingredient), Aleurites Moluccana Seed Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Allantoin, Ascorbic Acid, Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum, Citric Acid, Diacetyl Boldine, DMAE Bitartrate, Erythritol, Homarine HCL, Polysorbate 60, Potassium Hydroxide, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium PCA, Sorbitol, Squalane, Thioctic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Xanthan Gum, Alcohol (Certified Organic Ingredient), Benzoic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Benzyl Benzoate, Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool, Fragrance

    • 11.20.19
      15mins said:

      #1 and #3 are ok for pregnancy and nursing
      #2 has a salicylate, ok for nursing but not pregnancy

    • 11.20.19
      Brittany said:

      #2 the Alba Botanica Hawaiian Moisture Cream, Soothing Jasmine and Vitamin E is actually listed on your products that are safe for pregnancy, and that’s why I’ve been using it.

      • 11.21.19
        15mins said:

        Sometimes things undergo reformulations unfortunately, and the brands don’t announce these things.

        • 11.25.19
          Brittany said:

          It definitely is unfortunate. But thank you for clearing that up!

  6. 11.29.19
    Michelle Roberts said:

    Hello. The amount of anxiety you help ease with this website cannot be put into words. Thank you for doing this. This lotion I bought is different than the coconut one listed below. My only concern would be the parfum listed. The smell is not strong, but I wanted to be sure.

    Very Emollient™Body Lotion Original

    Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil, Cetyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil(1), Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice(1), Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract(1), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract(1), Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Echinacea Angustifolia Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract(1), Allantoin, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Lecithin, Polysorbate 60, Potassium Hydroxide, Xanthan Gum, Alcohol(1), Benzoic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Amyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol, Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Linalool, Fragrance (Parfum). (1)Certified Organic Ingredient

    Is this unscented version better?:

    Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil, Cetyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil(1), Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice(1), Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract(1), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract(1), Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Echinacea Angustifolia Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract(1), Allantoin, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Lecithin, Polysorbate 60, Potassium Hydroxide, Xanthan Gum, Alcohol(1), Benzoic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Phenoxyethanol. (1)Certified Organic Ingredient

    Thank you!!

    • 11.30.19
      15mins said:

      The first has a salicylate that I would avoid while pregnant, but it is ok for nursing.
      The 2nd is safe for both pregnancy and nursing

  7. 1.24.20
    Anna said:

    Hi- is this alba sunscreen safe for pregnant women?

    Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide – 6.8% (Sunscreen), Zinc Oxide – 6.4% (Sunscreen) Inactive Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Oleate Citrate, Glycerin, Coco-Caprylate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Jojoba Esters, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Sodium Chloride, Stearic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate.

    • 1.25.20
      15mins said:

      This is fine

  8. 2.27.20
    Jessica J said:

    Hi- I think this one must be newer. Hawaiian Oil Free Moisturizer with green tea and aloe.
    (WATER), GLYCERIN, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, OCTYL PALMITATE, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, GLYCERYL STEARATE, ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE(1), DIMETHICONE, GLYCERYL LAURATE, STEARIC ACID, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT(1), CARICA PAPAYA (PAPAYA) FRUIT EXTRACT, CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT(1)*, CUCUMIS SATIVUS (CUCUMBER) FRUIT EXTRACT(1), HEDYCHIUM CORONARIUM ROOT EXTRACT, ALLANTOIN, HYALURONIC ACID, PANTHENOL, SODIUM PCA, TOCOPHEROL, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, TROMETHAMINE, XANTHAN GUM, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, PHENOXYETHANOL, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, BENZYL BENZOATE, LIMONENE, LINALOOL, FRAGRANCE.

    • 2.27.20
      15mins said:

      Looks ok!

  9. 4.17.20
    Danielle said:

    Hello! Since Alba Botanica seems to reformulate their products somewhat regularly, I was wondering if you could kindly double check this list of ingredients for the Hawaiian Facial Scrub/Pore Purifying Pineapple Enzyme, to be sure it is safe for pregnancy?

    Aqua (Water), Jojoba Esters, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil*, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice*, Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract*, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract*, Tocopheryl Acetate, Allantoin, Bromelain, Carbomer, Cetyl Alcohol, Citric Acid, Glycerin, Potassium Hydroxide, Sodium Riboflavin Phosphate, Stearic Acid, Alcohol*, Benzyl Alcohol, Calcium Gluconate, Gluconolactone, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Fragrance (Parfum), Limonene
    *Certified Organic Ingredient

    • 4.18.20
      15mins said:

      This has gluconolactone, so ok for nursing but not pregnancy

      • 4.18.20
        Danielle said:

        🙁 Sad. Very glad I checked, thanks so much! I’ll put it in the cupboard for a few months, haha.

  10. 5.3.20
    Arthi said:

    Thanks in advance for taking the time to review products!!

    Is this Alba Hawaiian Sunscreen safe:

    Active Ingredients: Avobenzone – 3.0% (Sunscreen), Homosalate – 10.0% (Sunscreen), Octocrylene – 10.0% (Sunscreen), Octyl Salicylate – 5.0% (Sunscreen)nInactive Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Cetyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, VP/Hexadecene Copolymer, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (1), Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract (1), Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (1), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract (1), Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract (1), Tocopheryl Acetate, Alcohol (1), Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Olivate, Citric Acid, Linalyl Accetate, Polysorbate 60, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Sorbitan Olivate, Triethyl Citrate, Xanthan Gum, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Amyl Cinnamal, Citral, Citronellol, Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Linalool. n(1) Certified Organic Ingredient

    • 5.3.20
      15mins said:

      No, this has chemical sunscreens. Ok for nursing but not pregnancy

      • 5.14.20
        Arthi said:

        Thank you!

        Is this sport mineral one by Alba safe then?

        Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide (7.0 %), Zinc Oxide (9.0 %) Inactive Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isoamyl Laurate, Coconut Alkanes, Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquioleate, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-3 Ricinoleate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice(1), Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Alumina, Stearic Acid, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract(1), Echinacea Purpurea Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract(1), Polygonum Aviculare Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Citric Acid, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Magnesium Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Alcohol(1), Benzyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate (1)Certified Organic Ingredient

        • 5.15.20
          15mins said:

          This is fine for pregnancy and nursing

  11. 5.5.20
    Anonymous said:

    Hello,

    I’m so glad you’ve provided such a detailed list, I’m a little worried, I just found out I’m pregnant last week (around 9weeks gone) and I’ve been using alba products that are on the unsafe list every day as they’re part of my regular skin care routine, of course I will now cease using them, but could I of caused any lasting harm to my baby?

    Regularly using the deep pore wash and the face and body scrub.

    I hope to hear back from you shortly.

  12. 5.24.20
    Danielle said:

    Not so much a pregnancy question, but would you say that the Un-Petroleum is also safe to use on baby, instead of vaseline or something similar?

    Ingredients: Ricinus communis (castor) seed oil, helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil*, beeswax/cera alba, tocopheryl acetate*

    *certified organic ingredient

    • 5.24.20
      15mins said:

      Should be fine. Vaseline is also ok on a baby too.

      • 5.27.20
        Danielle said:

        Thanks!

      • 1.8.21
        Alisa Davis said:

        Is Vaseline okay for pregnant women too?

        • 1.8.21
          Christine said:

          Yes, it’s fine

          • 3.13.21
            Alisa Davis said:

            Hi Dr. Christine. Quick question. I just bought some new Vaseline. Is this product okay for pregnancy and nursing? Vaseline Lip Therapy Original : Ingredients: Petrolatum, Yellow 5 Lake.

          • 3.14.21
            Christine said:

            Looks ok for both pregnancy and nursing

      • 3.26.23
        Karen said:

        Hello!

        Is the alba bonticals Hawaiian body oil deep moisturizing kukinut safe for pregnancy?

        Ingredients :
        Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil(1), C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Aleurites Moluccana Seed Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil(1), Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Oil(1), Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil(1), Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Benzyl Benzoate, Coumarin, Fragrance (Parfum). (1)Certified Organic Ingredient

        • 3.26.23
          Christine said:

          Looks ok for pregnancy and nursing

  13. 6.7.20
    Melanie said:

    Is Alba Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen safe for pregnancy?

    Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide – 14.5% (sunscreen), Titanium Dioxide – 2.0% (Sunscreen) Inactive Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Glycerin, Glyceryl Isostearate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Polyglyceryl-3 Ricinoleate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (1), Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil (1), Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (1), Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract (1), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract (1), Tocopheryl Acetate, Alcohol, Magnesium Sulfate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Silica, Sodium Chloride, Benzyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol. (1) Certified Organic Ingredient

    • 6.8.20
      15mins said:

      Looks ok for pregnancy and nursing

  14. 8.3.20
    Natalie said:

    Hello, good morning and happy Monday!

    The one product that I loved using pre-pregnancy is the Alba Botanica Hawaiian body oil – Kukui Nut oil. I was not able to find it on either the do/do not use lists.

    1. Alba Botanica Hawaiian body oil – Kukui Nut oil

    Ingredients:
    Helianthus Annuus (sunflower) seed oil, C12-15 alky benzoate, aleurites moluccana seed oil, cocos nucifera (coconut) oil, Macadameia ternifolia seed oil, linum usitatissimum (linseed) oil, prunus amygdalus dulcis (sweet almond) oil, tocopherol, tocopherol acetate, benzyl benzoate, coumarin, fragrance (Certified organic ingredients).

    • 8.3.20
      Christine said:

      This is fine for pregnancy and nursing

  15. 12.7.20
    tiffany said:

    I Dr.
    Can you confirm this product:

    Alba Botanica Very Emollient Maximum Body Lotion, Dry Skin Formula
    Ingredients: Aqua (water), glycerin, glyceryl stearate SE, carthamus tinctorius (safflower) seed oil, sesamum indicum (sesame) sed oil, cetyl alcohol, dimethicone, ethylhexyl stearate, cetearyl alcohol, butyrospermum parkii (shea butter), persea gratissima (avocado) oil, simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seedoil(1), vitis vinifera (grape) seed oil, aloe barbadensis leaf juice(1), camellia sinensis leaf extract(1), chamomilla recutita (matricaria) flower extract(1), cucumis sativus (cucumber) fruit extract, echinacea angustifolia extract, lavandula angustifolia (lavender) extract(1), allantoin, ascorbic acid, panthenol tocopheryl acetate, glycolic acid, lactic acid, lecithin, polysorbate 60, potassium hydroxide, xanthan gum, alcohol(1), benzoic acid, dehydroacetic acid, phenoxyethanol, amyl cinnamal, benzyl benzoate, benzyl salicylate, citronellol, geraniol, hexyl cinnamal, hydroxycitronellal, linalool fragrance (parfum), (1)Certified Organic Ingredient

    • 12.7.20
      Christine said:

      This has glycolic acid and a salicylate. Ok for nursing but not pregnancy.

  16. 1.3.21
    Angela Altus said:

    Hi Doctor – Is the very emollient body lotion: Herbal Healing safe for pregnancy?

    Ingredients: Active Ingredients: Colloidal oatmeal – 0.4%. Inactive Ingredients: Aqua (water), helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil(1), glycerin, cetyl alcohol, glyceryl stearate se, butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter(1), carthamus tinctorius (safflower) seed oil(1), cocos nucifera (coconut) oil(1), beeswax(1), cannabis sativa seed oil, citrus aurantifolia (lime) oil, citrus aurantium bergamia (bergamot) fruit oil, citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) peel oil, citrus grandis (grapefruit) peel oil, citrus limon (lemon) peel oil, citrus nobilis (mandarin orange) peel oil, eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, prunus armeniaca (apricot) kernal oil(1), rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf oil, aloe barbadensis leaf juice(1), bambusa arundinacea stem extract, betula alba juice, calendula officinalis (calendula) flower extract(1), camellia sinensis leaf extract(1), chamomilla recutita (matricaria) flower extract(1), citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) fruit extract, curcuma longa (turmeric) root powder(1), mentha citrata leaf extract, rosa centifolia flower extract, rubus fruticosus (blackberry) fruit extract, tocopheryl acetate, alcohol(1), xanthan gum, benzyl alcohol, phenoxyethanol, potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate, citral, limonene, linalool.
    (1)Certified Organic Ingredient

    • 1.4.21
      Christine said:

      This has hemp in it, which I recommend avoiding in pregnancy and nursing

      • 1.4.21
        Angela said:

        Got it, thank you!

  17. 1.10.21
    Rachel Scheele said:

    Hi Doctor-
    Do you think Alba’s Hawaiian hand & body lotion looks okay? Thank you so much!

    Ingredients:
    Water (Aqua), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (1), Stearic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Aleurites Moluccana Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (1), Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil (1), Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil (1), Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract (1), Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract (1), Ascorbyl Palmitate, Panthenol, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Allantoin, Citric Acid, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Polysorbate 60, Potassium Hydroxide, Sodium PCA, Sorbitol, Xanthan Gum, Alcohol (1), Benzyl Alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Benzyl Benzoate, Fragrance (Parfum), Annatto (CI 75120).

    • 1.10.21
      Christine said:

      Looks ok for both pregnancy and nursing

  18. 1.13.21
    Tracy said:

    Hello, I purchased Alba Botanica fast fix sun stick spf 30 broad spectrum. Is it safe for pregnancy use?

    • 1.13.21
      Christine said:

      I have already reviewed all products in this brand that I have access to their ingredient list, please refer to the post about how to request a product review. I need a full ingredient list to review your product, more info here: why I need an ingredient list to comment on product safety

  19. 1.31.21
    Jennifer Lozano said:

    Hi doctor,

    I didn’t notice this product on the list above and wanted to know what your thoughts were. Thanks so much!

    Alba Botanica hydration eye-dration gel: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice(1), Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Beta Vulgaris (Beet) Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract), Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Lactobacillus Ferment, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Punica Granatum Extract, Algin, Beta-Glucan, Betaine, Caffeine, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Lactic Acid, P-Anisic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Pca, Squalane(2), Xanthan Gum, Alcohol(1), Benzoic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic Acid.

    • 1.31.21
      Christine said:

      Looks ok for both pregnancy and nursing

  20. 2.15.21
    rachel said:

    i was trying to find a list of the shampoos and conditioners with this brand, but i was wondering if these were okay to use ??

    Alba Botanica Coconut Milk Shampoo – 12 fl oz
    Water (Aqua), Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Glycerin, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice(1), Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract(1), Camelia Sinensis Leaf Extract(1), Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract(1), Chenopodium Quinoa Seed(1), Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract(1), Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract(1), Alcohol(1), Citric Acid, Coco-Glucosides, Dehydroacetic Acid, Glyceryl Oleate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Panthenol, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Phytate, Benzoic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Coumarin, Fragrance (Parfum) (1)Certified Organic Ingredient

    Alba Botanica Coconut Milk Conditioner – 12oz
    Ingredients: Water, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Amodimethicone, Aleurites Moluccana Seed Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Chenopodium Quinoa Seed, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract”, Alcohol, Citric Acid, Glycerin, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Isopropyl Alcohol, Panthenol, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Phytate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Coumarin, Fragrance (Parfum) “Certified Organic Ingredient

    Alba Botanica Plumeria Shampoo – 12oz
    Aqua (Water), Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Glycerin, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (Certified Organic Ingredient), Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract (Certified Organic Ingredient), Camilla Sinensis Leaf Extract (Certified Organic Ingredient), Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract (Certified Organic Ingredient), Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Plumeria Acutifolis Flower Extract, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract (Certified Organic Ingredient), Alcohol, Babassu Oil Polyglyceryl-4 Esters, Citric Acid, Coco-Glucosides, Dehydroacetic Acid, Glyceryl Oleate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Panthenol, Sodium Chloride, Benzoic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Citronellol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Fragrance (Parfum).

    Alba Botanica Plumeria Conditioner – 12oz
    Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Amodimethicone, Aleurites Moluccana, Seed Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract”), Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract”, Chenopodium Quinoa Seed, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Plumeria Acutifolia Flower Extract, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract, Alcohol, Citric Acid, Glycerin, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Isopropyl Alcohol, Panthenol, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Phytate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclhexene Carboxaldehyde, Fragrance (Parfum) “Certified Organic Ingredient

    • 2.16.21
      Christine said:

      all of these have salicylate. Ok for nursing but not pregnancy

  21. 4.28.21
    Lacey said:

    Hello! Thank you for all of this information. Can you please tell me if the following is pregnancy safe?
    sensitive mineral sunscreen
    fragrance free spf 33
    Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide 18.525% Other Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propanediol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Methyl Dihydroabietate, Shea Butter Ethyl Esters, Cetearyl Alcohol, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Bentonite, Bisabolol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Cellulose Gum, Coco-Glucoside, Ethyl Macadamiate, Glycerin, Glyceryl Caprylate, Jojoba Esters, Malic Acid, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Sodium Gluconate

    • 4.28.21
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to salicylate, malic acid

  22. 5.2.21
    Jenna said:

    New product from Alba 😃 would mind reviewing it?

    Wild Mint Clear Mineral Sunscreen broad spectrum 45

    Ingredients:
    Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide 7.0 %, Zinc Oxide 9.0 % Inactive Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isoamyl Laurate, Coconut Alkanes, Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquioleate, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-3 Ricinoleate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice(1), Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Alumina, Stearic Acid, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract(1), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract(1),Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Alcohol(1), Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Magnesium Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Benzyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene, Linalool. (1)Certified Organic Ingredient

    • 5.3.21
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  23. 5.28.21
    TC said:

    Hi Doctor,
    Could you look into the ingredients for this sunless tanner?

    Alba Botanica Sunless Tanning

    Water (Aqua), C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Glycerin, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Oleosomes, Dihydroxyacetone, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Isopropyl Palmitate, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Cetyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Prunus Amygdalis Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract(1), Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract(1), Echinacea Purpurea Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Allyl Caproate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ceteth-20, Citric Acid, Erythrulose, Ethyl Acetate, Hexyl Acetate, Isoamyl Acetate, Lactic Acid, Sodium Citrate, Steareth-20, Vanillin, Xanthan Gum, Alcohol(1), Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Amyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Alcohol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool. (1)Certified Organic Ingredient

  24. 6.18.21
    Samantha Brocato said:

    Hi!

    Thank you so much for your time. This shaving cream looked okay to me but I was hoping you could look it over as well.

    1. very emollient™ cream shave: mango vanilla

    Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Carbomer, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Peel Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil (1), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (1), Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract (1), Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract(1), Mangifera Indica (Mango) Fruit Extract (1), Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Allyl Caproate, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Gamma-Nonalactone, Gamma-Undecalactone, Isoamyl Acetate, Potassium Hydroxide, Triethyl Citrate, Vanillin, Alcohol (1), Benzyl Alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Limonene. (1)Certified Organic Ingredient

    Thank you!

    • 6.19.21
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  25. 8.29.21
    Catalina Zavtur said:

    Hi. In the UK we have this mineral sunscreen Alba Botanica Sensitive Mineral Fragrance Free SPF 30 Sunscreen which I did not find in the list above. Could you please check the ingredients if they are safe?
    Zinc Oxide – 14.5% (sunscreen), Titanium Dioxide – 2.0% (Sunscreen), Aqua (Water), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Glycerin, Glyceryl Isostearate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Polyglyceryl-3 Ricinoleate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (1), Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil (1), Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (1), Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract (1), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract (1), Tocopheryl Acetate, Alcohol, Magnesium Sulfate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Silica, Sodium Chloride, Benzyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol. (1) Certified Organic Ingredient
    Thank you !!!

    • 8.30.21
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  26. 11.4.21
    SS said:

    Hi! I have a question about the AcneDote Pimple Patches. I don’t see Salicylic Acid listed in the ingredients. I have these at home and have looked them up. This is all that I see:
    Hydrocolloid Dressing with Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Lens Esculenta (Lentil) Fruit Extract, Petroselinum Sativum (Parsley) Extract

    • 11.4.21
      Christine said:

      They may have been reformulated in the last 2 years, but mine previously had salicylic acid in them for sure.

      • 3.11.22
        Lisa said:

        Thank you for this! I had the same question. Are any of those ingredients posted by SS forms of salicylic acid? Or is the ingredient list preg safe.

        • 3.11.22
          Christine said:

          Hers were safe, the ones I have (well, had, I’m out now) were not. I would check your packaging carefully, or look at buying patches from Rael instead, they have a bunch of safe ones.

  27. 3.15.22
    Erin said:

    Hello! Thank you so much for all of your guidance. Would this Alba sunscreen be considered pregnancy safe? Ingredients are as follows: Zinc Oxide – 14.5% (sunscreen), Titanium Dioxide – 2.0% (Sunscreen), Aqua (Water), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Glycerin, Glyceryl Isostearate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Polyglyceryl-3 Ricinoleate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (1), Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil (1), Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (1), Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract (1), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract (1), Tocopheryl Acetate, Alcohol, Magnesium Sulfate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Silica, Sodium Chloride, Benzyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol. (1) Certified Organic Ingredient

    • 3.15.22
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  28. 4.13.22
    Sydney Lowe said:

    Hi! Wondering if the Alba Botanica Hawaiian Detox Body Wash, Anti-pollution Volcanic Clay body wash is safe for pregnancy?

    Ingredients: ingredients: Aqua
    (Water), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf
    Juice(1)
    Cocamidopropyl Betaine,
    Coco-Glucoside,
    Glycerin, Hepty| Glucoside, Xanthan Gum, Citrus
    Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Cocos Nucifera
    (Coconut) Fruit Juice,
    Cocos Nucifera (Coconut)
    Water, Etlingera Elatior Flower Extract, lex Paraguar-
    iensis Leaf Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract,
    Allyl
    Caproate,
    Bentonite,
    Caprylic/Capric
    Triglycerides,
    Charcoal
    Powder,
    Citric
    Acid,
    Gamma-Nonalactone, Glyceryl Oleate, Jojoba Esters,
    Sodium Chloride,
    Vanillin, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium
    Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Limonene, Iron Oxides (Cl
    77499) ()Certified Organic Ingredient

    • 4.13.22
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing 🙂

  29. 7.24.22
    Maria said:

    Hi Dr,

    It looks like these two products are the in the comments already, but some of the ingredients have changed. Can you please check them? Thanks!

    1. Alba Botanica Very Emollient Coconut Rescue Body Lotion

    Aqua (Water), Cetyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil(1), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Beeswax(1), Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter(1), Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil(1), Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil(1), Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernal Oil(1), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice(1), Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract(1), Chamomilla Recutita (Marticaria) Flower Extract(1), Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Juice, Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Leaf/Seed Extract, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Fruit Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Alcohol(1), Caffeine, Citric Acid, Dextrose, Maltodextrin, Vanillin, Xanthan Gum, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Anise Alcohol, Coumarin. (1)Certified Organic Ingredient

    2. Alba Botanica Very Emollient Unscented Original Body Lotion

    Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil, Cetyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil(1), Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice(1), Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract(1), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Echinacea Angustifolia Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract(1), Allantoin, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Lecithin, Polysorbate 60, Potassium Hydroxide, Xanthan Gum, Alcohol(1), Benzoic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Phenoxyethanol. 1certified Organic Ingredient

    • 7.25.22
      Christine M said:

      Both are Safe for pregnancy and nursing

      • 7.27.22
        Maria said:

        Thanks so much!

  30. 2.23.23
    Angela said:

    Hi Doctor,

    Is this body lotion OK for pregnancy? Thank you!

    Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil, Cetyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol , Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba), Seed Oil(1), Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice(1), Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract(1), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract(1), Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Echinacea Angustifolia Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract(1), Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate , Allantoin, Lecithin , Polysorbate 60, Potassium Hydroxide, Xanthan Gum, Alcohol(1), Benzoic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Phenoxyethanol. (1)Certified Organic Ingredient

    • 2.24.23
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  31. 3.19.23
    Sara said:

    Hi,
    Thank you so much for all the useful information. I have been struggling to find a safe sun cream to use while pregnant and want to check if this one by Alba Botanica is safe please.

    Alba Botanica Sensitive Mineral Fragrance Free SPF 30 Sunscreen 113g

    Ingredients: Zinc Oxide – 14.5% (sunscreen), Titanium Dioxide – 2.0% (Sunscreen), Aqua (Water), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Glycerin, Glyceryl Isostearate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Polyglyceryl-3 Ricinoleate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (1), Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil (1), Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (1), Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract (1), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract (1), Tocopheryl Acetate, Alcohol, Magnesium Sulfate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Silica, Sodium Chloride, Benzyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol. (1) Certified Organic Ingredient

    Also is this product safe to use when pregnant?
    Badger Unscented SPF30 Clear Zinc Sunscreen

    Ingredients: *Helianthus Annus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Uncoated Zinc Oxide, *Cera Alba (Beeswax), Tocopherol (Sunflower Vitamin E), *Hippophae Rhamnoides (Seabuckthorn) Fruit Extract. *=Certified Organic

    Thank you so much 🙂

    • 3.19.23
      Christine said:

      Both are Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  32. 3.29.23
    Gisela said:

    Hello, can you check the ingredients on this unscented alba shaving cream?

    Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric
    Triglyceride, Carbomer, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oill), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice(“),
    Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract”), Camellia
    Sinensis Leaf Extract(“), Chamomilla Recutita
    (Matricaria) Flower Extracti), Ginkgo Biloba Leaf
    Extract,
    Lavandula
    Angustifolia
    (Lavender)
    Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract(“), Potassium Hydroxide,
    Tocopheryl Acetate,
    Alcohol(“),
    Benzyl Alcohol,
    Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol.
    (*)Certified Organic Ingredient

    • 3.30.23
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing
      Let me know how you like it, I’ve been on a hunt for a better shaving cream!

      • 4.3.23
        Gisela said:

        Will do! I will be trying the Alba and a Dr. Broners fragrance free shave lotion

  33. 4.7.23
    Gisela said:

    Hello can you look at a few of these Alba sunscreens?

    Sheer mineral spf 50 spray:
    Active Ingredients: Titanium Oxide – 4.3% Zinc Oxide – 14.7% Inactive Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Heptyl Undecylenate, Methyl Dihydrobietate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Bentonite, Tocopherol, Caprylyl Glycol, Coco-Glucoside, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Bisabolol, Alumina, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Citric Acid, Sodium Gluconate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Glycerin, Silica, Cellulose Gum, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

    Sheer spf 50 lotion:
    Active Ingredients Zinc Oxide – 24.1% Inactive Ingredients Water (Aqua), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ethylhexyl Olivate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Isoamyl Laurate, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Niacinamide, VP/Hexadecene Copolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glycerin, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Sodium Phytate, Squalane, Xanthan Gum, Alcohol (1), Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol

    Baby mineral sunscreen:
    Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide 7.0 %, Zinc Oxide 9.0 % Other Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isoamyl Laurate, Coconut Alkanes, Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquioleate, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-3 Ricinoleate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (1), Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Alumina, Stearic Acid, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (1), Echinacea Purpurea Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract (1), Polygonum Aviculare Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Citric Acid, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Magnesium Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Alcohol (1), Benzyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate.

    • 4.8.23
      Christine said:

      #1, 2 Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to salicylate
      #3 Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  34. 4.27.23
    Anna said:

    Hello!
    is the Alba Botanica™ Hawaiian Detox Scrub Volcanic Clay is pregnancy safe?

    Water, glycerin, coco-glucoside, bambusa arundinacea stem extract, sodium laurylglucosides hydroxypropylsulfonate, caprylyl/capryl glucoside, bentonite, jojoba esters, xanthan gum, citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) peel oil, mentha piperita (peppermint) oil, aloe barbadensis leaf juice(1), cocos nucifera (coconut) fruit juice, cocos nucifera (coconut) liquid endosperm, etlingera elatior flower extract, llex paraguariensis leaf extract, nelumbo nucifera flower extract, allyl caproate, charcoal powder, citric acid, glyceryl caprylate, glyceryl oleate, heptyl glucoside, polyglygeryl-6 oleate, quartz, sodium chloride, sodium cocoyl glutamate, sodium phytate, sodium surfactin, triethyl citrate, alcohol, benzyl alcohol, potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate, limonene, iron oxides (ci 77499).

    and also the Alba Botanica, Hawaiian Detox Warming Clay Cleanser?
    Glycerin, magnesium sulfate, citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) peel oil, aloe barbadensis leaf juice (1), cocos nucifera (coconut) fruit juice, cocos nucifera (coconut) water, etlingera elatior flower extract, ilex paraguariensis leaf extract, nelumbo nucifera flower extract, allyl caproate, cellulose gum, charcoal powder, heptyl glucoside, sodium cocoyl isethionate, triethyl citrate, potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate.

    • 4.27.23
      Christine said:

      Both are already in the list above under pregnancy safe.

  35. 6.5.23
    Kristin Gregor said:

    Can you take a look at the Alba Honey Mango body wash again? It looks like they dropped the salicylic, but I’m not sure if there are other problematic ingredients. Thank you.

    Water (Aqua), Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Glycerin, Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil(1), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice(1), Centella Asiatica Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract(1), Citric Acid, Gamma-Nonalactone, Glyceryl Distearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Sodium Chloride, Stearic Acid, Triethyl Citrate, Vanillin, Alcohol(1), Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Limonene (1)Certified Organic Ingredient

    • 6.6.23
      Christine said:

      This one looks safe! Make sure the actual bottle matches.

  36. 2.19.24
    Amelia said:

    Hi Doctor, could you please review the item below? Thank you!

    Very emolient body wash – Ocean Surf Scent

    Water (Aqua), Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Glycerin, Algae Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice(1), Macrocystis Pyrifera (Kelp) Extract(1), Ulva Lactuca (Sea Lettuce) Extract(1), Amyris BalsamiferaBark Oil, Juniperus Mexicana (Cedar) Oil, Abies Sibirica (Fir Needle) Oil, Ferula Galbaniflua (Galbanum) Resin Oil, Lavandula Hybrida (Lavandin) Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Citric Acid, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Sea Salt, Sodium Chloride, Alcohol(1), Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Triethyl Citrate, Limonene, Linalool (1)Certified Organic Ingredient

    • 2.19.24
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  37. 2.29.24
    Ashley said:

    hello! I was wondering if you can review this product and if it’s safe for pregnancy and breast-feeding? Thank you so much.!

    INGREDIENTS:
    Aqua
    (Water), Coco-Glucoside, Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropy|sulfonate, Glycerin, Xanthan Gum, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract”, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract”, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Juice, Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Leaf/Seed Extract, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Fruit Extract, Alcoho(*), Anise Alcohol, Caffeine, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Citric Acid, Dextrose, Lauryl Glucoside, Maltodextrin, Sodium Chloride, Stearyl Citrate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Vanillin, Benzoic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium
    Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate (*Certified Organic Ingredient

    • 2.29.24
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing