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Pregnancy Safe Products from Shea Moisture

Pregnancy safe products from Shea Moisture

Pregnancy safe beauty products 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. .

Here you’ll find pregnancy safe products from Shea Moisture as of 9/2/2024 If it is not safe, I’ll tell you why. All of the products meet my pregnancy safe criteria. Note I will link to every product directly to avoid confusion. You’ll know exactly which product I mean.

Note, I’ve reviewed all of the products on the Shea Moisture and ULTA sites. There are products on their Amazon Storefront that were not included in either of those other locations, and also don’t have ingredient lists.

Pregnancy and Nursing Safe Products from Shea Moisture

100% Pure Argan Oil Head To Toe Smoothing (at ULTA)
100% Pure Shea Oil
• 100% Pure Jamaican Black Castor Oil (at ULTA)
• 100% Raw Shea Butter (at Amazon)
100% Virgin Coconut Oil Baby Wash & Shampoo (at ULTA)
100% Virgin Coconut Oil Daily Hydration Bar Soap
100% Virgin Coconut Oil Daily Hydration Body Oil (at ULTA)
100% Virgin Coconut Oil Daily Hydration Body Wash (at ULTA, Amazon)
100% Virgin Coconut Oil Daily Hydration Conditioner (at ULTA, Amazon)
• 100% Virgin Coconut Oil Daily Hydration Crème Sugar Scrub (at ULTA, Amazon)
• 100% Virgin Coconut Oil Daily Hydration Foaming Facial Wash (at ULTA)
100% Virgin Coconut Oil Daily Hydration Shampoo (at ULTA)
100% Virgin Coconut Oil Leave In Treatment (at ULTA)
African Black Soap Bamboo Charcoal Detoxifying Foaming Facial Wash
African Black Soap Bar Soap (at ULTA, Amazon)
African Black Soap Clarifying Facial Wipes (at ULTA)
African Black Soap Soothing Body Lotion (at Amazon)
African Black Soap Soothing Body Wash (at ULTA, Amazon)
Amla Oil Bond Repair Conditioner (at ULTA, Amazon)
Amla Oil Bond Repair Leave In Conditioner (at ULTA, Amazon)
Amla Oil Bond Repair Masque (at ULTA, Amazon)
Amla Oil Bonding Oil (at ULTA, Amazon)
Amla Oil Bond Repair Shampoo (at ULTA, Amazon)
• Apple Cider Vinegar Anti-Dandruff Conditioner (at ULTA)
• Apple Cider Vinegar Anti-Dandruff Shampoo (at ULTA)
Avocado Butter & Manuka Honey Deep Conditioner
Biotin & Peptide Anti-Hair Fall Scalp & Hair Oil (at ULTA)
Coconut & Hibiscus Body Lotion (at Amazon)
Coconut & Hibiscus Curl & Shine Conditioner (at ULTA, Amazon)
• Coconut & Hibiscus Curl & Shine Hair Masque (at ULTA, Amazon)
Coconut & Hibiscus Curl & Shine Hair Shampoo (at ULTA, Amazon)
Coconut & Hibiscus Curl & Style Milk (at ULTA, Amazon)
Coconut & Hibiscus Curl Enhancing Smoothie (at ULTA, Amazon)
Coconut & Hibiscus Curling Gel Souffle (at Amazon)
Coconut & Hibiscus Defining Styling Gel (at ULTA, Amazon)
Coconut & Hibiscus Edge Gel (at ULTA, Amazon)
Coconut & Hibiscus Hand & Body Scrub (at ULTA, Amazon)
Coconut & Hibiscus Hold & Shine Moisture Mist (at ULTA)
Coconut & Hibiscus Illuminating Body Wash (at ULTA)
Coconut & Hibiscus Kids 2-In-1 Curl & Shine Shampoo & Conditioner
Coconut & Hibiscus Kids Curling Butter Cream (at ULTA, Amazon)
Coconut & Hibiscus Kids Extra-Moisturizing Detangler (at ULTA)
• Coconut & Hibiscus Moisturizing Body Oil (at ULTA, Amazon)
Coconut & Hibiscus Shea Butter Soap
• Coconut & Hibiscus Smooth & Shine Oil (at ULTA)
High Porosity Moisture Replenish Masque
High Porosity Moisture Replenish Shampoo
Jamaican Black Castor Oil + Flaxseed Edge Gel (at Amazon)
Jamaican Black Castor Oil Strengthen & Restore Conditioner (at ULTA, Amazon)
Jamaican Black Castor Oil Strengthen & Restore Leave-In Conditioner (at ULTA, Amazon)
Jamaican Black Castor Oil Strengthen & Restore Shampoo (at ULTA, Amazon)
Jamaican Black Castor Oil Strengthen & Restore Treatment Masque (at ULTA, Amazon)
Lavender & Wild Orchid Hand & Body Scrub
Low Porosity Weightless Hydrating Conditioner (at ULTA)
Low Porosity Weightless Leave-In Detangler (at ULTA)
Low Porosity Weightless Hydrating Shampoo (at ULTA)
Mango & Carrot Kids Extra-Nourishing Conditioner (at ULTA)
Mango & Carrot Kids Extra-Nourishing Shampoo (at ULTA)
Manuka Honey & Mafura Oil Intensive Hydration & Care Leave-In Conditioner
Manuka Honey & Mafura Oil Intensive Hydration Conditioner (at Amazon)
Manuka Honey & Mafura Oil Intensive Hydration Masque (at ULTA, Amazon)
Manuka Honey & Mafura Oil Intensive Hydration Shampoo (at Amazon)
Manuka Honey & Mafura Oil Shea Butter Soap (at Amazon)
• Manuka Honey & Mafura Oil Ultra Moisture & Nourish Oil (at ULTA, Amazon)
Manuka Honey & Yogurt Glow Getter Pressed Serum Moisturizer
Manuka Honey & Yogurt Hydrate & Repair Conditioner (at ULTA, Amazon)
Manuka Honey & Yogurt Hydrate + Repair Multi-Action Leave-In (at ULTA)
Manuka Honey & Yogurt Hydrate + Repair Protein Power Treatment (at ULTA)
Manuka Honey & Yogurt Hydrate & Repair Shampoo (at ULTA, Amazon)
Manuka Honey & Yogurt Hydrate + Repair Whipped Curl Cream (at Amazon)
Manuka Honey & Yogurt Skin Renewal Recipe Bar Soap
Manuka Honey & Yogurt Skin Renewal Recipe Body Yogurt Moisturizer
• Manuka Honey & Yogurt Strengthen & Protect Oil (at ULTA, Amazon)
Moringa & Avocado Power Greens Conditioner
Moringa & Avocado Power Greens Reconstructor
Moringa & Avocado Power Greens Shampoo
Nourished & Radiant Even Tone Serum
Nourished & Radiant Gentle Cream Cleanser
Nourished & Radiant Night Repair Cream
Olive & Green Tea Bath, Body & Massage Oil
Olive & Green Tea Shea Butter Soap
Papaya & Neroli All Day Frizz Control Conditioner
Papaya & Neroli All Day Frizz Control Milk Gel
Papaya & Neroli All Day Frizz Control Shampoo
Papaya & Neroli All Day Frizz Control Style Gel
• Papaya & Vitamin C Brighter Days Ahead Serum (at ULTA, Amazon)
• Papaya & Vitamin C Revive & Brighten Bar Soap (at ULTA)
• Pink Himalayan Salt Relaxing Body Cream (at ULTA)
• Pink Himalayan Salt Relaxing Body Wash (at ULTA)
Raw Shea Butter & Mafura Oil Moisturizing Body Wash (at ULTA)
Raw Shea Butter & Mafura Oil Moisturizing Shampoo
Raw Shea Butter Bar Soap
Raw Shea Butter Deep Moisturizing Conditioner
Raw Shea Butter Deep Moisturizing Leave-In Conditioner
Raw Shea Butter Deep Moisturizing Masque (at Amazon)
Raw Shea Butter Deep Moisturizing Shampoo
Raw Shea Butter Hydrating Body Lotion
Raw Shea Butter Hydrating Body Wash (at ULTA, Amazon)
• Raw Shea Butter Moisturizing Crème Body Scrub (at Amazon)
Raw Shea Butter Moisturizing Detangler
Raw Shea Chamomile & Argan Oil Baby Lotion
Raw Shea Chamomile & Argan Oil Baby Wash & Shampoo
Rosemary & Collagen Strengthening Scalp & Hair Oil (at ULTA)
Shea Butter & Maracuja Oil Smoothing Shave Butter
Sugarcane And Meadowfoam Miracle Styler Leave-In Treatment
Sugarcane And Meadowfoam Multi-Benefit Conditioner
Sugarcane And Meadowfoam Multi-Benefit Shampoo

Not Safe for Pregnancy, Ok for Nursing

African Black Soap Balancing Moisturizer (at ULTA, Amazon): Willow Bark
African Black Soap Clarifying Facial Wash & Scrub (at ULTA, Amazon): Willow Bark
African Black Soap Clarifying Mud Mask (at ULTA): Willow Bark, Salicylic Acid
African Black Soap Eczema & Psoriasis Therapy (at Amazon): Willow Bark
• Apple Cider Vinegar Anti-Dandruff Pre-Wash (at ULTA): Gluconolactone
• Apple Cider Vinegar Anti-Dandruff Leave-In (at ULTA): Gluconolactone, Salicylic Acid
Coconut & Hibiscus Frizz-Free Curl Mousse (at ULTA): Gluconolactone
Nourished & Radiant Acne Treatment Serum: Salicylic Acid
Nourished & Radiant BHA Exfoliating Gel Cleanser: Salicylic Acid
Nourished & Radiant Broad Spectrum SPF Sunscreen Face Lotion: Salicylate, ? Chemical Sunscreens

Not Safe for Pregnancy or Nursing

100% Virgin Coconut Oil Daily Hydration Body Lotion (at ULTA, Amazon): Retinoid
• Cannabis Sativa (Hemp) Seed Oil & Witch Hazel Skin Rescue Moisturizer (at ULTA): Hemp
• Cannabis Sativa (Hemp) Seed Oil & Witch Hazel Skin Rescue Oil (at ULTA): Hemp
Even & Radiant 3-In-1 Melting Cleansing Balm (at Amazon): Retinoid
Even & Radiant Daily Exfoliating Toner Pads (at Amazon): Retinoid, Salicylic Acid
Even & Radiant Dark Spot Correcting Serum (at Amazon): Retinoid
Even & Radiant Night Cream (at Amazon): Retinoid

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151 Comments

  1. 9.10.20
    Kate said:

    Is African Black Soap Soothing Bidy Lotion safe? Ingredients: Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*仫, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycerin (Vegetable), Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Mangifera lndica (Mango) Seed Butter, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend), Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Stearyl Alcohol, Sodium Palm Kernelate, Sodium Shea Butterate, Sodium Cocoate, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Pod Ash, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Avena Sativa (Oat) Bran Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Tocopherol, Allantoin, Panthenol, Glyceryl Undecylenate

    • 9.11.20
      Christine said:

      Looks ok for both pregnancy and nursing

  2. 10.27.20
    Maria Stocks said:

    Hi Doc, Would you please advise if the below is safe for pregnancy/nursing?

    SheaMoisture African Black Soap Clarifying Facial Wash & Scrub
    Ingredients:
    Deionized Water, African Black Soap, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Glycerine, Vegetable Emulsifying Wax, Stearic Acid, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Oil, Myristic Acid, Coconut Fatty Acid, Decyl Glucoside (Coconut Oil), Salicylic Acid, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Seed Oil, Panthenol (Vitamin B-5), Willow Bark Extract, Jojoba Beads, Bisabolol (Chamomile), Nigella Sativa (Black) Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice*, Tamarindus Indica (Tamarind) extract, Olea Europea (Olive) Oil, Moroccan Camomile Sauvige Oil, Vaccinium Myrtilus (Bilberry) Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Sugar Maple Extract, Citrus Aurantuim (Orange) Extract, Citrus Medica Limonium (lemon) Extract, Tea Tree Oil.

    Thank you!

    • 10.28.20
      Christine said:

      This has willow bark, salicylic acid. Ok for nursing but not pregnancy

      • 5.26.21
        G s said:

        Is the shea moisture Jamaican castor strengthen and grow thermal protectant pregnancy safe? Thank you 🙂

        • 5.26.21
          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

        • 9.1.21
          Muneera said:

          Hi dr.

          Is the SheaMoisture Curl Mousse with Coconut and Hibiscus – Frizz-Free pregnancy safe.
          Thank you.

          Ingredients:
          Deionized Water, Cocomidroprpyl Betaine (Coconut ) Oil, Vegetable Gylcerine, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil*, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) Oil*,Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Vegetable Glycerin, Keratin, Polyquaternium-7, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Extract, Silk Protien, Polyquaternium-10, Sucrose Laurate (and) Alcohol (non-drying), Melia Azadiratcha (Neem) Seed Oil, Proprietary Essential Oil Blend,Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid

          • 9.2.21
            Christine said:

            Safe for pregnancy and nursing

        • 7.25.22
          Gina said:

          I read recently that Shea butter is high in vitamin A. If that’s so, then why is it safe for pregnancy, since vitamin A can cause birth defects?

  3. 10.31.20

    Hello Dr. I have a question on these 2 products if they are safe during pregnancy and while nursing:

    1] is Shea Moisture Coconut & Hibiscus illuminating body butter w Songyi Mushroom
    Ingredients
    Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter*, cetyl alcohol, cocos nucifera (coconut) oil, glyceryl stearate citrate, cetearyl alcohol, theobroma cacao (cocoa) seed butter, mangifera indica (mango) seed butter, fragrance (essential oil blend), brassica campestris (rapeseed) seed oil, melia azadirachta (neem) seed oil, glycerin (vegetable), sodium lauroyl hydrolyzed silk, allantoin, hibiscus rosa-sinensis flower extract, tocopheryl acetate, tricholoma matsutake extract, glyceryl caprylate, triethyl citrate, caprylyl glycol, benzoic acid.

    2) Shea Moisture Coconut & Hibiscus Illuminating Hand & Body scrub w/ Vitamin E
    Ingredients
    Sucrose (Sugar), Glycerin (Vegetable), Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend), Glyceryl Caprylate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Leaf, Mangifera Lndica (Mango) Seed Butter, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glyceryl Undecylenate

    • 10.31.20
      Christine said:

      Both are ok for pregnancy and nursing

  4. 11.12.20
    Jessica Barrett said:

    Hello Doctor, can you please tell me if Shea Moisture Black African Soap w/Shea butter is safe for pregnancy and nursing?

    Ingredients:Sodium Palmate, Sodium Cocoate (Or) Sodium Palm Kernelate (And) Water (African Black Soap Base), Glycerin, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend), Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter* +, Sodium Chloride, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Meal, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Plantago Major Leaf Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Tetrasodium Etidronate, Charcoal, Pentasodium Pentetate, Iron Oxides.

    • 11.13.20
      Christine said:

      Looks ok for both pregnancy and nursing

  5. 11.12.20
    Jessica Barrett said:

    Hello Doctor, can you please tell me if Shea Moisture 100% VIRGIN COCONUT OIL DAILY HYDRATION BAR SOAP is safe for pregnancy and nursing? Thank you so much!

    Ingredients:Sodium Palmate, Palm Kernelate, Water, Glycerin, Fragrance, Sodium Gluconate, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Palm Acid, Sodium Chloride, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*‰Û , Palm Kernel Acid, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Shell Powder, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Powder, Acacia Senegal Gum, Xanthan Gum *Certified Organic Ingredient. ‰Û Fair Trade Ingredient.

    • 11.13.20
      Christine said:

      Looks ok for both pregnancy and nursing

  6. 11.12.20
    Jessica Barrett said:

    Hello Doctor, Can you please advise if Shea Moisture RAW SHEA BUTTER FACE & BODY BAR SOAP is safe for pregnancy and nursing?

    Ingredients: Sodium Palmate, Sodium Cocoate (Or) Sodium Palm Kernelate (Soaps of Coconut and Palm), Water, Glycerin, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend), Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*仫, Sodium Chloride, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Pentasodium Pentetate, Tetrasodium Etidronate, Boswellia Serrata Extract, Commiphora Myrrha Resin Extract, Titanium Dioxide, Chromium Hydroxide Green, Iron Oxides *Certified Organic Ingredient 仫Fair Trade Ingredient

    • 11.13.20
      Christine said:

      Looks ok for both pregnancy and nursing

      • 5.28.24
        Maggie said:

        Hi doctor! Can you check this new product for me?

        Anti-hair fall oil
        Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Isopropyl Palmitate, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Octyldodecanol, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Fragrance, Squalane, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter**, Biotin, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Hydrolyzed Pea Protein, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Tocopherol, Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil.

        • 5.29.24
          Christine said:

          Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  7. 11.27.20
    Abbie Daniels said:

    Are these two safe for pregnancy?

    African Black Soap Shampoo with tea tree oil Water, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl lsethionate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, GlycolDistearate, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend), Panthenol, GuarHydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, SodiumBenzoate, Sodium Palm Kernelate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Melaleuca Alternifolia(Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Salix Nigra (Willow) Bark Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii(Shea) Butter*, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba)Seed Oil, Charcoal Powder, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Sodium SheaButterate, Sodium Cocoate, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Pod Ash, TriethylCitrate, Caprylyl Glycol, Benzoic Acid*Certified Organic Ingredient. Fair Trade Ingredient.

    And

    Jamaican black caster oil shampoo
    Water (Aqua), Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein PG-Propyl Silanetriol, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend), Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil, Tocopherol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice*, Vinegar, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, Niacin, Dextran, Trifolium Pratense (Clover) Flower Extract, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Caramel, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Extract *Certified Organic Ingredient.

    • 11.27.20
      Christine said:

      #1 has willow bark, ok for nursing but not pregnancy
      #2 is ok for both pregnancy and nursing

  8. 12.11.20
    Nikki said:

    Is Shea Butter Papaya products safe to use while breastfeeding?

    Thank you!

  9. 1.7.21
    Alisa Davis said:

    Hi there, you mentioned in the link above that the
    SheaMoisture Kids – Coconut & Hibiscus Kids Curling Butter Cream is safe for pregnancy but it has Ulmus Fulva (Slippery Elm) Bark Extract. This isn’t the same as willow bark, is it?
    What’s also really weird is that the ingredients on the Walgreens site are different from the ingredients on the Shea Moisture site so I’m not sure which one I should buy. The Walgreens one has Neem in it – not sure if this is okay or not?

    Walgreens site:
    Deionized Water, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) (Certified Organic Ingredient), Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil (Certified Organic Ingredient), Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter (Certified Organic Ingredient), Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Vegetable Glycerin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Silk Protein, Centrimonium Chloride, Melia Azadirachta (Neem) Seed Oil, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Oil, Sorbitol Esters, Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B-5), Caprylyl Glycol, Citrus Medica Limonium, Citrus Aurantifolia, Jasminium Officinale, Slippery Elm Extract, Proprietary Essential Oil Blend, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Hibiscus Flower Extract

    Shea Moisture site: Ingredients
    Water, Glycerin (Vegetable), Cetearyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*仫, Cetrimonium Chloride, Polysorbate 60, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Juice, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Oleth-10, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract, Melia Azadirachta Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Ulmus Fulva (Slippery Elm) Bark Extract, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, PEG-150, Steareth-20, Glyceryl Caprylate, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend) *Certified Organic Ingredient. 仫Fair Trade Ingredient.

    • 1.8.21
      Christine said:

      Slippery Elm is a different plant than White Willow Bark.
      I have some discussion on Neem here: skincare ingredients to avoid during pregnancy, but bottom line is that it is ok.
      In general I look at brand sites to clear products for safety, and I know for sure I did with Shea Moisture, since the brand is GIANT and most retailers only carry a small portion of their products

      Both versions here look ok for pregnancy and nursing to me.

      • 1.8.21
        Alisa Davis said:

        Thank you! How about the 100% VIRGIN COCONUT OIL DAILY HYDRATION FINISHING OIL SERUM? Is this safe for pregnancy? Ingredients
        Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, lsopropyl Myristate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*‰Û ,Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel (Argan) Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit (Rosehip) Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Coconut Acid, Acacia Senegal Gum Extract, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend) *Certified Organic Ingredient ‰Û Fair Trade Ingredient Natural ingredients may vary in color and consistency.

        • 1.9.21
          Christine said:

          This is fine for pregnancy and nursing

        • 10.12.22
          Hillary said:

          Hi Dr. Christine,

          Thank you so much for all of your thoughtful and knowledgeable posts, they are very appreciated. I did not see this listed above, can you please tell me if this is safe for pregnancy?

          Cocoa and Almond Butter Replenishing Body Wash:

          Water, Sodium Methyl Lauroyl Taurate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Chloride, Glycol Distearate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter* ♥, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Fruit Extract, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Polyquaternium-10, Lauric Acid, n-Methyl Taurine, Citric Acid, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Benzoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Fragrance

          • 10.12.22
            Christine said:

            Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  10. 1.8.21
    Gabriela R. said:

    Hi thank you for all the content. It is very helpful. I have a product from sheamoisture that I would like to know if it is safe during pregnancy and for nursing as well. It is the coconut and hibiscus scrub. The list of the ingredients are the following:
    Sugar, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil*, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil*, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Jojoba Oil, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Extract, Vitamin E (Gluten-Free), Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flowers, Vegetable Glycerine, Alpha-Bisabolol (Chamomile Extract), Allantoin (Comfrey Root Extract), Essential Oil Blend (Proprietary)

    Thank you and advance 🙂

    • 1.8.21
      Christine said:

      Looks ok for both pregnancy and nursing

  11. 1.12.21
    Renee said:

    Is this product safe for pregnancy? I’m not sure about the essential oil content.

    100% VIRGIN COCONUT OIL DAILY HYDRATION BODY WASH

    Water, Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Glycerin (Vegetable), Coco Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*‰__, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Juice, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Taraxacum Officinale (Dandelion) Rhizome/Root Extract, Acacia Senegal Gum Extract, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Guar Hydroxypropultrimonium Chloride, Sodium Phytate, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend) *Certified Organic Ingredient, ‰__ Fair Trade Ingredient.

    • 1.13.21
      Christine said:

      Looks ok for both pregnancy and nursing

  12. 1.25.21
    Lex said:

    Coconut & Hibiscus Bath, Body & Massage Oil
    Ingredients:
    Carthamus Tintorius (Safflower) Oil, Borage Officinalis Oil, Simmondsia Chinesis (Jojoba) Oil, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil*, Olea Europea (Olive) Oil*, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract

    • 1.26.21
      Christine said:

      Looks ok for both pregnancy and nursing

  13. 2.9.21
    Alisa Davis said:

    Hi – is the SheaMoisture100% Argan Oil safe for pregnancy and nursing?
    Ingredients: Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil

    • 2.10.21
      Christine said:

      Yes, it’s fine

      • 2.10.21
        Alisa Davis said:

        Thanks – I’m thinking of applying this to my hair and skin. Is the SheaMoisture100% Argan Oil which is made of Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil safe for pregnancy and nursing if I apply it to my hair AND my skin, too?

        • 2.10.21
          Christine said:

          Yes, it’s fine

  14. 2.12.21
    Jules said:

    Hi,
    I am currently interested in using the Alaffia Pure Unrefined Shea butter for my belly. Do you know if unrefined Shea butter is as safe as standard Shea butter?
    Thank you so much for your valuable website.

    • 2.12.21
      Christine said:

      It’s not exactly the same, but it’s still safe for pregnancy and nursing

      • 2.13.21
        Jules said:

        Thank you so much!

  15. 2.14.21
    Caiti Mellott said:

    Hello! First of all, thank you so much for this resource! It is incredibly frustrating to find all of this information and it’s wonderful that you take the time to help us all out!!

    I have two products that I did not see listed.
    African Black Soap Clarifying Mud Mask
    Ingredients
    Water, Kaolin, Bentonite, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*仫, Glycerin (Vegetable), Sodium Palm Kernelate, Sodium Shea Butterate, Sodium Cocoate, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Pod Ash, Simmondsia Chinen sis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Avena Sativa (Oat) Bran Extract, Plantago Major Leaf Extract, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Salix Nigra (Willow) Bark Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Tamarindus lndica Fruit Extract, Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Ormenis Multicaulis Oil, Panthenol, Punica Granatum Extract, Tocopherol, Bisabolol, Beta Glucan, Allantoin, Salicylic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend), Iron Oxides *Certified Organic Ingredient 仫Fair Trade Ingredient

    and

    African Black Soap Balancing Moisturizer
    Ingredients
    Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter* 仫, Glycerin (Vegetable), Glyceryl Caprylate, Sodium Palm Kernelate, Sodium Shea Butterate, Sodium Cocoate, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Pod Ash, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut Oil), Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit/Leaf/Stem Extract, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Tamarindus Indica Fruit Extract, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernal Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Avena Sativa (Oat) Bran Extract, Tocopherol, Allantoin, Bisabolol, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Salix Nigra (Willow) Bark Extract, Charcoal Powder, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Ormensis Multicaulis Oil, Melia Azadirachta Seed Oil, Punica Granatum Extract, Mangifera India (Mango) Seed Butter, Triethyl Citrate, Caprylyl Glycol, Benzoic Acid, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend) *Certified Organic Ingredient. 仫Fair Trade Ingredient

    Thank you!!

    • 2.15.21
      Christine said:

      Both have willow bark. Ok for nursing but not pregnancy

  16. 2.19.21
    Caiti Mellott said:

    I didn’t see this one listed anywhere, thank you!

    OAT MILK & RICE WATER BABY EXTRA COMFORTING LOTION

    Water, Glyceryl Stearate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*♥, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin (Vegetable), Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Isopropyl Palmitate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Phenoxyethanol *Certified Organic Ingredient ♥Fair Trade Ingredient

    • 2.21.21
      Christine said:

      Looks ok for both pregnancy and nursing

  17. 2.24.21
    Lydia Cortez said:

    Would like to know if this is safe during pregnancy. I do not see it on the list above. Sheamoisture brighter days ahead serum pregnancy

    ingredients: Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Citrus Junos (Yuzu) Peel Extract, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*~, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil

    • 2.24.21
      Christine said:

      Looks ok for both pregnancy and nursing

  18. 2.25.21
    Luz said:

    Would like to know if safe for pregnancy/breastfeeding, SheaMoisture Papaya and Vitamin C Night Cream…

    Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin (Vegetable), Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Olivate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*~, Sorbitan Olivate, Stearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Ascorbic Acid, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Citrus Junos (Yuzu) Fruit Extract, Lactic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol, Allantoin, Sodium Pca, Hydroxyproline, L-Proline, Panthenol, Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Silica, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Glyceryl Caprylate, Triethyl Citrate, Benzoic Acid, Phenoxyethanol

    • 2.25.21
      Christine said:

      Looks ok for both pregnancy and nursing

  19. 2.25.21
    Lydia Cortez said:

    Hi! I would like to know if this product is safe during pregnancy… SheaMoisture Papaya and Vitamin C Night Cream

    Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin (Vegetable), Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Olivate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*~, Sorbitan Olivate, Stearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Ascorbic Acid, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Citrus Junos (Yuzu) Fruit Extract, Lactic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol, Allantoin, Sodium Pca, Hydroxyproline, L-Proline, Panthenol, Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Silica, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Glyceryl Caprylate, Triethyl Citrate, Benzoic Acid, Phenoxyethanol

    • 2.25.21
      Christine said:

      Looks ok for both pregnancy and nursing

  20. 2.26.21
    Kat said:

    Hello, Can you take a look at this product?

    MANUKA HONEY & YOGURT GLOW GETTER PRESSED SERUM MOISTURIZER

    Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride, Silica, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*♥, Glyceryl Stearate, Honey, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Yogurt Extract, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Mica, Titanium Dioxide *Certified Organic Ingredient ♥Fair Trade Ingredient

    • 2.27.21
      Christine said:

      Looks ok for both pregnancy and nursing

  21. 3.24.21
    lathareddy said:

    Hi, Are these products safe in Preganancy & Nursing? Thanks

    1. SheaMoisture Shampoo Coconut Oil – SheaMoisture Daily Hydration Shampoo

    Water, Decyl Glucoside, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Glycol Stearate, Glycol Distearate, Sodium Cocoyl lsethionate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Glycerin (Vegetable), Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*‰Û , Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Panthenol, Algae Extract, Equisetum Arvense (Horsetail) Extract, Tocopherol, Rosa Canina Fruit (Rosehip) Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel (Argan) Oil, Coconut Acid, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Acacia Senegal Gum Extract, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Juice, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate, Polyquaternium-7, Sodium Phytate, Stearamide AMP, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend) *Certified Organic Ingredient. ‰Û Fair Trade Ingredient. Natural ingredients may vary in color and consistency.

    2. SheaMoisture Conditioner Coconut Oil Daily Hydration Conditioner

    Water, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*‰Û , Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Glycerin (Vegetable), Cetrimonium Chloride, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Juice, Glyceryl Caprylate, Panthenol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Rosa Canina Fruit (Rosehip) Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel (Argan) Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Coconut Acid, Acacia Senegal Gum Extract, Tocopherol, Equisetum Arvense (Horsetail) Extract, Algae Extract, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend) *Certified Organic Ingredient. ‰Û Fair Trade Ingredient.

    3. MANUKA HONEY & MAFURA OIL INTENSIVE HYDRATION MASQUE

    Water (Aqua), Cetyl Alcohol, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*, Glycerin (Vegetable), Stearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Panthenol, Trichilia Emetica (Mafura) Seed Oil, Honey, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend), Adansonia Digitata (Baobab) Seed Oil, Cetrimonium Chloride, Persea Gratissma (Avocado) Oil, Ficus (Fig) Extract, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter *, Tocopherol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Butylene Glycol Butter *

    • 3.25.21
      Christine said:

      All are safe for pregnancy and nursing

  22. 4.7.21
    Heather said:

    Hello,

    Such a helpful site!

    Do you find any issues with this product for pregnancy or nursing?

    SheaMoisture African Black Soap Body Wash – African Black Soap Soothing Body Wash

    Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl lsethionate, Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycerin (Vegetable), Jojoba Esters, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend), Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*仫, Avena Sativa (Oat) Bran Extract, Sodium Palm Kernelate, Sodium Shea Butterate, Sodium Cocoate, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Pod Ash, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Tocopherol, Sodium Chloride, Caramel, Triethyl Citrate, Caprylyl Glycol, Benzoic Acid *Certified Organic Ingredient. 仫Fair Trade Ingredient.

    • 4.7.21
      Heather said:

      SheaMoisture African Black Soap Bar – Black African Soap for the Entire Body

      INGREDIENTS:
      Sodium Palmate, Sodium Cocoate (Or) Sodium Palm Kernelate (And) Water (African Black Soap Base), Glycerin, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend), Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*仫, Sodium Chloride, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Meal, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Plantago Major Leaf Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Tetrasodium Etidronate, Charcoal, Pentasodium Pentetate, Iron Oxides

      • 4.7.21
        Christine said:

        Safe for pregnancy and nursing

    • 4.7.21
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

    • 6.22.22
      Alexis said:

      Hi! Just wanted to make sure this is pregnancy safe.

      Shea Moisture 100% virgin coconut oil baby lotion with sweet pea and murumuru

      Water, caprylic/capric triglyceride, butyrospermum parkii(Shea butter), glyceryl stearate, glycerin (vegetable), theobroma cacao (cocoa) seed butter, olea europaea (olive) fruit oil, cocos nucifera (coconut) oil, Cetyl alcohol, glyceryl Stearate citrate, cetearyl alcohol, prunus amygdalus dulcis (sweet almond) oil, mangifera indica (mango) seed butter, fragrance, stearyl alcohol, astrocaryum murumuru seed butter, aloe barbadenis leaf juice, lathyrus odoratus (sweet pea) flower extract, tocopherol, glycine soja (soybean) oil, panthenol, allantoin, gylceryl caprylate, triethyl citrate, caprylyl glycol, benzoic acid

      • 6.23.22
        Christine said:

        Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  23. 5.2.21
    Jess said:

    Is Papaya & Vitamin C Revive & Brighten Bar Soap from Shea moisture safe for pregnancy . The ingredients are : Sodium Palmate, Sodium Cocoate (Or) Sodium Palm Kernelate, Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Sodium Stearate, Fragrance (Parfum), Sorbitol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Stearic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Citrus Junos (Yuzu) Fruit Extract, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Potassium Palmate, Sodium Gluconate, Sodium Chloride, Potassium Cocoate (Or) Potassium Palm Kernelate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Potassium Stearate, Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Iron Oxides (CI 77499).

    • 5.2.21
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  24. 5.17.21
    Susie said:

    Hi Doc,

    Can you please review the following product for safety? Thanks so much in advance.

    Susie

    100% VIRGIN COCONUT OIL DAILY HYDRATION MICELLAR WATER

    Water, Glycerin (Vegetable), Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer, Sodium PCA, Rosa Centifolia Flower Water, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Juice, Acacia Senegal Gum Extract, Sodium Phytate, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*仫, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Gluconolactone, Sodium Benzoate, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend) *Certified Organic Ingredient 仫Fair Trade Ingredient

    • 5.17.21
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to gluconolactone

  25. 6.7.21
    Kamokila Lucile Cruddas said:

    Just making sure this body lotion is ok to use during pregnancy and nursing? Thank you so much for all you do!!!! 🙏🏼

    100% VIRGIN COCONUT OIL DAILY HYDRATION BODY LOTION

    Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Stearyl Alcohol, Glycerin (Vegetable), Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*‰__, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Glyceryl Caprylate, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Juice, Cola Acuminata Seed (Kola Nut) Extract, Acacia Senegal Gum Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Panthenol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend) *Certified Organic Ingredient. ‰__ Fair Trade Ingredient.

    • 6.7.21
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

      • 6.9.21
        Kamokila Lucile Cruddas said:

        Thank you so much!!!!

  26. 8.8.21

    MATCHA GREEN TEA & PROBIOTICS SOOTHING EYE CREAM safe for pregnancy and nursing?

    Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Stearyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*仫, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Powder, Yogurt Extract, Silybum Marianum Seed Extract, Lactobacillus / Leuconostoc / Acetobacter / Kluyveromyces / Saccharomyces Milk Ferment Filtrate, lnulin, Acacia Senegal Gum, Niacinamide, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Corallina Offinalis Extract, Amber Powder, Coccinia lndica Fruit Extract, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Leaf Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Panthenol, Allantoin, Glycerin, Benzoic Acid, Triethyl Citrate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Caprylyl Glycol *Certified Organic Ingredient. 仫 Fair Trade Ingredient

    • 8.8.21
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  27. 9.19.21
    Melissa said:

    Hi! Is the 100% virgin coconut oil leave-in treatment safe? Thank you!
    Ingredients:
    Water, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycerin (Vegetable), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Glyceryl Caprylate, Cetrimonium Chloride, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*^, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Coconut Acid, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Algae Extract, Equisetum Arvense (Horsetail) Extract, Argania Spinosa Kernel (Argan) Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit (Rosehip) Oil, Tocopherol, Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Leaf Extract, Acacia Senegal Gum Extract, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein PG-Propyl Silanetriol, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend)

    • 9.19.21
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

      • 9.19.21
        Melissa said:

        Thank you so much!

  28. 1.18.22
    Bee said:

    Hello, Doc.
    I notice Manuka Honey & Yogurt Skin Renewal Recipe Body Yogurt Moisturizer is missing in the list above. Is this also safe for use for pregnant women.

    Water, lsopropyl Palmitate, Glycerin (Vegetable), Glyceryl Stearate, ButyrospermumParkii (Shea) Butter*♥, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Sodium PCA, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Honey, lnulin, Yogurt Powder, Glyceryl Caprylate, Tocopherol, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Allantoin, Yogurt Extract, Acacia Senegal Gum Extract, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Sodium Benzoate, Triethyl Citrate, Caprylyl Glycol, Benzoic Acid, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend) *Certified Organic Ingredient ♥Fair Trade Ingredient

    Thanks.

    • 1.18.22
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  29. 1.23.22
    Jan said:

    Is the Shea Moisture Papaya & Neroli All day frizz control shampoo w/ elderflower safe during pregnancy?

    Ingredients: Aqua, Sodium Lauroyl, Isethionate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycerin (Vegetable), Glycol Disterate, Lauric Acid, Propanediol, Butyrosperum Parkii (Shea) butter, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Guar, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Carica Papaya Fruit extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (orange) flower oil, Sambucus Nigra (elderflower) extract, Aloe, Barbodenis Leaf juice, Panthenol, coconut acid, Hydrolyzed rice protein, hydroxypropyltrimonium hydrolyzed corn starch, sodium Isethionate, sodium chloride, caprylyl acid, capric acid,sodium benzoate, triethyl citrate, caprylyl glycol, benzoic acid, parfum

    • 1.23.22
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

      • 4.12.22
        Mee said:

        Hi Christine,

        Please review Bar Soap Coconut and Hibiscus:

        Sodium Palmate, Sodium Cocoate (Or) Sodium Palm Kernelate (Soaps of Coconut and Palm), Water, Glycerin, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend), Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Sodium Chloride, Papain, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Powder, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Shell Powder, Tetrasodium Etidronate, Pentasodium Pentetate, Tricholoma Matsutake Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Talc

        • 4.12.22
          Christine said:

          This is fine for pregnancy and nursing

  30. 4.27.22
    Nicole said:

    Can you please confirm that the RAW SHEA BUTTER HYDRATING BODY LOTION remains safe?

    Ingredients:
    Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Stearate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter* ♥, Glycerin (Vegetable), Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Cetyl Alcohol, Fragrance, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Stearyl Alcohol, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Xanthan Gum, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Allantoin, Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Boswellia Serrata (Frankincense) Extract, Macrocystis Pyrifera (Kelp) Extract, Commiphora Myrrha (Myrrh) Resin Extract, Triethyl Citrate, Caprylyl Glycol, Benzoic Acid, Glyceryl Caprylate

    • 4.28.22
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  31. 6.6.22
    Zuzu said:

    Hi Doc, Would you please advise if the African Black Soap Bamboo Charcoal Detoxifying Foaming Facial Wash w/ Tamarind Extract is safe for pregnancy/nursing? I also want to know if there are any facial scrubs and facial cleansers that are safe by Shea Moisture for both pregnancy and nursing.

    Ingredients:
    Water, Decyl Glucoside, Glycerin (Vegetable), Dicaprylyl Ether, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Menthol, Charcoal Powder, Tocopherol, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Tamarindus Indica (Tamarind) Fruit Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa Pod) Potash, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Kernel Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Panthenol, Allantoin, Sodium PCA, Glyceryl Oleate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Benzoic Acid, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Triethyl Citrate, Caprylyl Glycol, Fragrance

    Thank you!

    • 6.6.22
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  32. 6.22.22
    Ashleigh said:

    Hi! Can you look at these ingredients for me and let me know if it’s safe!

    100% virgin coconut daily hydration body lotion (different from the lotion you already have posted)

    INGREDIENTS:WATER, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, STEARYL ALCOHOL, GLYCERIN (VEGETABLE), BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER*~, GLYCERYL STEARATE CITRATE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, CETYL ALCOHOL, CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, COCOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) OIL, COCOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) FRUIT EXTRACT, COCOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) FRUIT JUICE, COLA ACUMINATA SEED (KOLA NUT) EXTRACT, ACACIA SENEGAL GUM EXTRACT, ROSA CANINA FRUIT OIL, VITIS VINIFERA (GRAPE) SEED OIL, CAMELLIA SINENSIS (GREEN TEA) LEAF EXTRACT, PANTHENOL, ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE, GLYCERYL UNDECYLENATE, FRAGRANCE (ESSENTIAL OIL BLEND) *CERTIFIED ORGANIC INGREDIENT., ~FAIR TRADE INGREDIENT.

    • 6.22.22
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  33. 6.23.22
    Alexis said:

    Hi! Would you mind looking over these ingredients? This is SheaMoisture Baby Lotion for All Skin Types 100% Virgin Coconut Oil to Hydrate and Nourish Delicate Skin and Clear Skin 13 oz

    Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycerin (Vegetable), Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend), Stearyl Alcohol, Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Lathyrus Odoratus (Sweet Pea) Flower Extract, Tocopherol, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Panthenol, Allantoin, Glyceryl Caprylate, Triethyl Citrate, Caprylyl Glycol, Benzoic Acid Certified Organic Ingredient Fair Trade Ingredient

    • 6.23.22
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

      • 6.24.22
        Alexis said:

        One more!

        Sheamoisture Hydrating Body Wash for Dry Skin Raw Shea Butter to Cleanse and Hydrate , 13 fl oz

        Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Glycol Stearate, Glycerin (Vegetable), Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*^, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Oil, Boswellia Serrata (Frankincense) Extract, Commiphora Myrrha Resin Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Soy Milk, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Mangifera lndica (Mango) Seed Butter, Tocopherol, Panthenol, Sodium Phytate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Triethyl Citrate, Caprylyl Glycol, Benzoic Acid, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend).

        • 6.24.22
          Alexis said:

          I sent the wrong ingredients – that was the Australian version. Here are the correct ones!

          Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Water, Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Glycol Stearate, Glycerin (Vegetable), Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter* ♥, Fragrance, Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract, Beta-Carotene, Boswellia Serrata (Frankincense) Extract, Commiphora Myrrha (Myrrh) Resin Extract, Calendula Officinalis (Calendula) Flower Extract, Soy Milk Powder, Euterpe Oleracea (Acai) Fruit Extract, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, Tocopherol, Panthenol, Sodium Phytate, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Citric Acid, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Methyltaurate, Coconut Acid, Triethyl Citrate, Caprylyl Glycol, Benzoic Acid

          • 6.24.22
            Christine said:

            Safe for pregnancy and nursing

        • 6.24.22
          Christine said:

          Safe for pregnancy and nursing

    • 6.24.22
      Alexis said:

      Hi! Would you mind checking this one too?

      Raw Shea Butter Hydrating Body Wash

      Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Water, Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Glycol Stearate, Glycerin (Vegetable), Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter* ♥, Fragrance, Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract, Beta-Carotene, Boswellia Serrata (Frankincense) Extract, Commiphora Myrrha (Myrrh) Resin Extract, Calendula Officinalis (Calendula) Flower Extract, Soy Milk Powder, Euterpe Oleracea (Acai) Fruit Extract, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, Tocopherol, Panthenol, Sodium Phytate, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Citric Acid, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Methyltaurate, Coconut Acid, Triethyl Citrate, Caprylyl Glycol, Benzoic Acid

      • 6.24.22
        Christine said:

        Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  34. 6.24.22
    Rebecca said:

    Could you please tell me if SheaMoisture Papaya & Vitamin C Revive & Brighten Body Cream is safe for pregnancy?
    Ingredients:
    Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin (Vegetable), Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Olivate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Sorbitan Olivate, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Ascorbic Acid, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Citrus Junos (Yuzu) Fruit Extract, Eclipta Prostrata (False Daisy) Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium PCA, Allantoin, Tocopherol, Panthenol, Hydroxyproline, L-Proline, Lactic Acid, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract, Beta-Carotene, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Melia Azadirachta (Neem) Leaf Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Silica, Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Triethyl Citrate, Benzoic Acid, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend).

    • 6.24.22
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  35. 10.12.22
    Mary L said:

    Hi Dr.!
    Is the following soap safe for pregnancy? Thank you!

    Manuka Honey and Yogurt bar soap:
    Sodium Palmate, Sodium Palm Kernelate, Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Sorbitol, Sodium Gluconate, Palm Acid, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*, Sodium Chloride, Fragrance (Parfum), Titanium Dioxide, Palm Kernel Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Honey, Yogurt Powder, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Maltodextrin, Ext. Yellow 7, Iron Oxides, Red 4

    • 10.12.22
      Mary L said:

      Also, is this one safe? Thank you!
      Coconut and Catus Water bar soap:
      Sodium Palmate, Sodium Palm Kernelate, Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Sorbitol, Fragrance (Parfum), Sodium Gluconate, Palm Acid, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*+, Sodium Chloride, Palm Kernel Acid, Menthyl Lactate, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Water, Agave Americana Leaf Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex

      • 10.13.22
        Christine said:

        Safe for pregnancy and nursing

    • 10.13.22
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  36. 10.23.22
    Martha said:

    Thank you for providing this information. I have a question on a product I have that I couldn’t find your review for:
    SheaMoisture Soothing Body Wash for Delicate Skin Oatmeal and Vitamin E – Water, Sodium Methyl Lauroyl Taurate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Chloride, Glycol Distearate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour, Tocopherol, Panthenol, Glycine (Soybean) Oil,Polyquaternium-10, Lauric Acid, n-MethyI Taurine, Citric Acid, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Benzoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Triethyl Citrate, Hexyl Acetate, Benzyl Alcohol, Benzyl Salicylate, Anisaldehyde *Certified Organic Ingredient. •Fair Trade Ingredient.

    • 10.24.22
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to salicylate

  37. 10.28.22
    Marie C said:

    Hi,

    Please advise if this is pregnancy and nursing safe 🙂

    Coconut & Hibiscus Frizz-Free Curl Mousse

    Deionized water , Cocamidopropyl Betaine , Vegetable Glycerine , Olea Europaea Fruit Oil (Olive) , Butyrospermum Parkii Oil (Shea Butter) , Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil , Keratin , Polyquaternium-7 , Hibiscus Sabdariffa Extract , Silk Protein , Polyquaternium-10 , Alcohol , Sucrose Laurate , Melia Azadirachta Seed Oil (Neem) , Proprietary Essential Oil Blend , potassium sorbate , Citric Acid.

    • 10.29.22
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  38. 11.21.22
    Aishu said:

    Hi Doctor,
    Shea mositure Leave in Conditioner “JAMAICAN BLACK CASTOR OIL STRENGTHEN & RESTORE LEAVE-IN CONDITIONER” and hydration Masks “MANUKA HONEY & MAFURA OIL INTENSIVE HYDRATION MASQUE” are containing “Hydrolyzed Keratin” is it bad for our health and pregnancy as I heard keratin usually contains “Formaldehyde”. Please let me know

    • 11.21.22
      Christine said:

      Keratin is a protein. It’s made by your body and already present in your body. It can be contaminated with formaldehyde depending on how it is processed. But formaldehyde is also found in the body. It’s fine.

  39. 12.2.22
    Marnee said:

    Hi Doc! Didn’t find this specific one one the list. Please let me know on the below when you can. Thank you!

    MANUKA HONEY & MAFURA OIL INTENSIVE HYDRATION LEAVE-IN MILK:
    Water, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycerin (Vegetable), Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter* ♥, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend), Adansonia Digitata (Baobab) Oil, Trichilia Emetica (Mafura) Seed Oil, Polyquaternium-7, Tocopherol, Panthenol, Honey, Equisetum Arvense Extract, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium Benzoate, Triethyl Citrate, Caprylyl Glycol, Benzoic Acid
    *Certified Organic Ingredient.

    • 12.2.22
      Christine said:

      This is fine for pregnancy and nursing.

      • 12.2.22
        Marnee said:

        Thank you so much!

  40. 12.3.22
    Martha said:

    Hi Doc. I could not find a review on an oil I intend to use for my body and belly. Can you tell me if the SheaMoisture Daily Hydration Coconut Oil is safe during pregnancy?

    Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Fragrance, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil* , Acacia Senegal Gum, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Juice, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Water, Glycerin (Vegetable)

    • 12.3.22
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

      • 12.4.22
        Martha said:

        Thank you so much!

  41. 1.16.23
    Marissa Carter said:

    Hi! Wondering if the Pressed Glow Getter Serum is Pregnancy safe?
    Ingredients: Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride, Silica, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter* ♥, Glyceryl Stearate, Honey, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Yogurt Extract, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Mica, Titanium Dioxide

    Thank you so much!

    • 1.16.23
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  42. 1.17.23
    Emily said:

    Question regarding the ingredient Acacia Senegal Gum Extract. I have read this is a questionable ingredient to use while pregnant. Is this true? Or is it safe to use within a lotion? This is in the Shea Moisture 100% Virgin Coconut Oil. Daily Hydration Body Lotion w/ Coconut Milk & Acacia Senegal. Thank you!

    • 1.18.23
      Christine said:

      You can pretty much find info out there about avoiding everything possible, much of which isn’t based on much. It’s not considered an ingredient to avoid by the medical community. My list of ingredients that I screen out is very conservative and it’s here: skincare ingredients to avoid during pregnancy

      • 5.6.24
        Lex said:

        Hi! Thank you in advance for reading this. Wondering if this product is safe for pregnancy.

        SheaMoisture’s 100% Virgin Coconut Oil Daily Hydration Foaming Facial Wash

        Ingredients: WATER, DECYL GLUCOSIDE, COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE, GLYCERIN (VEGETABLE), DICAPRYLYL ETHER, PANTHENOL, SODIUM PCA, ALLANTOIN, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER*+, COCOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) OIL, ACACIA SENEGAL GUM EXTRACT, COCOS NUCIFERA EXTRACT, TOCOPHEROL, GLYCERYL OLEATE, TAPIOCA MALTODEXTRIN, GUAR HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE, FRAGRANCE (ESSENTIAL OIL BLEND), TRIETHYL CITRATE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, BENZOIC ACID

        • 5.7.24
          Christine said:

          Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  43. 2.2.23
    Shannon said:

    Shea Moisture Kukui Nut & Grapeseed Oils Youth-infusing Eye Cream

    Is this safe for pregnancy and nursing?
    Ingredients:
    WATER, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE,
    STEARYL ALCOHOL, BUTYROSPERMUM
    PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER*~, GLYCERYL
    STEARATE, CETYL ALCOHOL, GLYCERYL
    STEARATE CITRATE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL,
    GLYCERIN (VEGETABLE), RICINUS
    COMMUNIS (CASTOR) SEED OIL, GLYCERYL
    CAPRYLATE, VITIS VINIFERA (GRAPE) SEED
    OIL, ALEURITES MOLUCCANUS SEED OIL, PERSEA GRATISSIMA (AVOCADO) OIL, SILICA,
    NIACINAMIDE, ALLANTOIN, OLEA EUROPAEA (OLIVE) LEAF EXTRACT, CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA (MATRICARIA) FLOWER EXTRACT,
    PRUNUS ARMENIACA (APRICOT) KERNEL OIL,
    SOLANUM LYCOPERSICUM (TOMATO)
    FRUIT/LEAF/ STEM EXTRACI, HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL, CERA ALBA,
    GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, COPERNICIA
    CERIFERA (CARNAUBA) WAX, GLYCERYL UNDECYLENATE, MICA, TITANIUM DIOXIDE

    • 2.2.23
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  44. 4.3.23
    Alexis said:

    Is this pregnancy safe? Trying to remove my extensions in a safe way. Ingredients are:
    Water, Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer, Propanediol, Sodium Chloride, Glycerin (Vegetable), Decyl Glucoside, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*+, Borago Officinalis (Borage) Seed Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Melia Azadirachta (Neem) Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta (Neem) Flower Extract, Cetrimonium Chloride, Caprylyl Glycol, Triethyl Citrate, Benzoic Acid, Fragrance. *Certified Organic Ingredient +Fair Trade Ingredient

    • 4.3.23
      Christine said:

      It’s fine for pregnancy and nursing

  45. 4.5.23
    Martha said:

    Hello Dr. could you please tell me if the following product is safe for pregnancy and nursing?
    Shea Moisture Baby Wash & Shampoo
    Water (EAU), Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, Polyquaternium-10, Sodium Methyl Lauroyl Taurate, Sodium Lauroyl Isethionate, PEG-150 Distearate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxy-Ethanol, Frangance (Parfum).

    Thank you!

    • 4.5.23
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  46. 4.12.23
    Lashay said:

    Hello, Can you let me know if the Shea Moisture Even and Radiant Face Serum Skin Care for Uneven Skin Tone Dark Spot Corrector with Raw Honey is safe?

    Ingredients:
    Even and Radiant Face Serum-
    Water (Eau), Isopropyl Palmitate, Glycerin (Vegetable/VŽgŽtale), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Niacinamide, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter***, Honey (Miel), Retinyl Propionate, Hexylresorcinol, Tocopherol, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Beta-Carotene, Sodium Chloride, Propanediol, Cocamide MEA, Caramel, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Triethyl Citrate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Benzoic Acid

    • 4.12.23
      Christine said:

      I would avoid this in pregnancy and nursing due to the retinoid.

  47. 4.23.23
    Joanna said:

    Thank you for the time and effort you put in to make sure women are safe during their pregnancies!

    Are AFRICAN BLACK SOAP CLARIFYING FACIAL WIPES safe?

    Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Propanediol, Glycerin, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Stem/Leaf/Flower Extract, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Extract, Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract, Avena Sativa (Oat) Bran Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter* ♥ , Shea Butter Polyglyceryl-6 Esters, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Palm Kernelate, Sodium Cocoate, Shea Butterate, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Pod Ash, Decyl Glucoside, olyglyceryl-10 Caprylate/Caprate, Coco Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, Polyglyceryl-10 Decaoleate, Phytic Acid, Sodium Citrate, Gluconic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend)

    • 4.24.23
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  48. 5.26.23
    Heba said:

    Is this safe for pregnancy: MANUKA HONEY & MAFURA OIL INTENSIVE HYDRATION & CARE LEAVE-IN

    WATER (EAU), CETEARYL ALCOHOL, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL, GLYCERIN (VEGETABLE/VƒGƒTALE), BEHENTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER* ♥ , STEARAMIDOPROPYL DIMETHYLAMINE, HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL, HONEY (MIEL), TRICHILIA EMETICA (MAFURA) SEED BUTTER, ADANSONIA DIGITATA (BAOBAB) SEED OIL, FICUS CARICA (FIG) FRUIT/LEAF EXTRACT, JOJOBA ESTERS, HYDROLYZED JOJOBA ESTERS, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, POLYQUATERNIUM_10, LACTIC ACID, SACCHARIDE ISOMERATE, HYDROXYPROPYLGLUCONAMIDE, HYDROXYPROPYLAMMONIUM GLUCONATE, CAPRYLOYL GLYCERIN/SEBACIC ACID COPOLYMER, DIHEPTYL SUCCINATE, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM CHLORIDE, TARTARIC ACID, SODIUM CITRATE, SODIUM ACETATE, SODIUM BENZOATE, BENZYL ALCOHOL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, TRIETHYL CITRATE, BENZOIC ACID, FRAGRANCE (PARFUM

    • 5.26.23
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to tartaric acid

  49. 6.3.23
    Jin said:

    Hi, doc. Just noticed this was not included so could you please let me know if this is safe in pregnancy?

    100% VIRGIN COCONUT OIL LEAVE IN TREATMENT

    Ingredients; Aqua, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Isopropyl Myristate, Parfum, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Glyceryl Caprylate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter* **, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Coconut Acid, Tocopherol, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Acacia Senegal Gum, Gelidiella Acerosa (Algae) Extract, Urtica Dioica Leaf (Nettle) Extract, Equisetum Arvense (Horsetail) Extract, Rosa Canina (Dog Rose) Seed Oil, Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kenel Oil, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Xanthan Gum, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Sodium Benzoate, Triethyl Citrate, Benzoic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene Glycol, Potassium Sorgate, Citric Acid, Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzyl Salicylate, Citral, Coumarin, Eugenol, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Linalool.

    AND

    SUGARCANE EXTRACT & MEADOWFOAM SEED SILICONE FREE MIRACLE STYLER LEAVE-IN TREATMENT

    Ingredients: Aqua, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter* **, Polysorbate 60, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Juice, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Oleth-10, Panthenol, Cetrimonium Chloride, PEG-150 Stearate, Steareth-20, Tocopherol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Melia Azadirachta (Neem) Seed Oil, Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Seed Oil, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract, Beta-Carotene, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Hydrolyzed Silk, Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract, Maltodextrin, Triethyl Citrate, Caprylyl Glycol, Benzoic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Citral, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Parfum.

    Thanks! 🙂

    • 6.4.23
      Christine said:

      Both are Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to salicylate

  50. 11.30.23
    Monica Alvarez-Cunningham said:

    Is this safe?

    Pink Himalayan Salt Relaxing Body Cream w/Clary Sage & Neroli Oil

    Ingredients:
    Water, glycerin (vegetable), butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter*♥, caprylic/capric triglyceride, glyceryl stearate, prunus amygdalus dulcis (sweet almond) oil, cetyl alcohol, cetearyl alcohol, glyceryl stearate citrate, cocos nucifera (coconut) oil, mangifera indica (mango) seed butter, helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil, stearyl alcohol, sodium chloride, salvia sclarea (clary) extract, citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) flower oil, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, allantoin, panthenol, mica, glyceryl caprylate, triethyl citrate, benzoic acid, fragrance, iron oxides (ci 77491)

    • 12.1.23
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  51. 12.11.23
    Andie said:

    Hi Christine,

    Wondering if this shampoo – Papaya & Neroli All day Frizz Control Shampoo is pregnancy safe?

    Ingredients:
    Water, Sodium Lauroyl Isethionate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycerin (Vegetable), Glycol Distearate, Lauric Acid, Propanediol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter***, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Flower Oil, Sambucus Nigra (Elderflower) Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Panthenol, Coconut Acid, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Sodium Isethionate, Sodium Chloride, Caprylic Acid, Capric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Triethyl Citrate, Caprylyl Glycol, Benzoic Acid, Fragrance.

    • 12.11.23
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  52. 12.12.23
    Joanna said:

    Thanks for all your hard work!!! Is this product pregnancy safe?

    100% Virgin Coconut Oil Hydration Leave-In Treatment

    Water, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycerin (Vegetable), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Glyceryl Caprylate, Cetrimonium Chloride, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butte* ** Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Coconut Acid, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Algae Extract, Equisetum Arvense (Horsetail) Extract, Argania Spinosa Kernel (Argan) Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit (Rosehip) Oil, Tocopherol, Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Leaf Extract, Acacia Senegal Gum Extract, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein PG-Propyl Silanetriol, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend).

    • 12.12.23
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  53. 3.8.24
    Amy Shoe said:

    SheaMoisture Baby Lotion Raw Shea +
    Chamomile + Argan Oil Calm & Comfort for All Skin Types

    INGREDIENTS:WATER, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER (CERTIFIED ORGANIC INGREDIENT) (FAIR TRADE INGREDIENT), GLYCERIN (VEGETABLE), GLYCERYL STEARATE, CETYL ALCOHOL, GLYCERYL STEARATE CITRATE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, FRAGRANCE, MANGIFERA INDICA (MANGO) SEED BUTTER, ARGANIA SPINOSA (ARGAN) KERNEL OIL, SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS (JOJOBA) SEED OIL, THEOBROMA CACAO (COCOA) SEED BUTTER, PANTHENOL, ALLANTOIN, BISABOLOL, BOSWELLIA SERRATA (FRANKINCENSE) EXTRACT, BORAGO OFFICINALIS (BORAGE) SEED OIL, CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA (MATRICARIA) FLOWER EXTRACT, COMMIPHORA MYRRHA (MYRRH) RESIN EXTRACT, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, BENZOIC ACID, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, TRIETHYL CITRATE.

    Link:
    https://www.target.com/p/sheamoisture-baby-lotion-raw-shea-chamomile-argan-oil-calm-38-comfort-for-all-skin-types-8-fl-oz/-/A-31166496

    Thank you so much

    • 3.8.24
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  54. 5.16.24
    Snigda Pavuluri said:

    Hi Doc, Would you please advise if the below is safe for pregnancy/nursing?

    SheaMoisture African Black Soap Acne Prone Face & Body Bar
    Ingredients:
    Sodium Palmate, Sodium Cocoate, Sodium Palm Kernelate, Water (African Black Soap Base), Glycerin, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend), Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Sodium Chloride, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Meal, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Plantago Major Leaf Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Tetrasodium Etidronate, Charcoal, Pentasodium Pentetate, Iron Oxides

    Thank you!

    • 5.16.24
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  55. 6.26.24
    Maggie said:

    Hi doc! Is this one safe?
    Anti hair fall oil
    HELIANTHUS ANNUIJS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL, ISOPROPYL PALMITATE, RICINUS COMMUNIS (CASTOR) SEED OIL, OCTYLDODECANOL, VITIS VINIFERA (GRAPE) SEED OIL, RAGRANCE, SQUAIANE, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER , BIOTIN, HYDROLYZED RICE PROTEIN, HYDROLYZED WHEAT PROTEIN PG-PROPYL SILANETRIOI, HYDROLYZED PEA PROTEIN, GLYCINE SOJA (SOYBEAN) OIL, TOCOPHEROL, PEG-40 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL.

    • 6.27.24
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  56. 7.21.24
    Saabs said:

    Hi I don’t see this product listed and I wanted to know if it’s safe for pregnancy/nursing.

    100% virgin coconut oil daily hydration body oil

    Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*^, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Acacia Senegal Gum Extract, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Juice, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend)*Certified Organic Ingredient. ^Fair Trade Ingredient.

    • 7.22.24
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  57. 8.22.24

    Is the Scalp Moisture Cream safe?
    https://www.sheamoisture.com/aloe-butter-scalp-moisture-cream/764302023104/
    Water (Eau), Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin (Vegetable/Végétale), Isopropyl Palmitate, Niacinamide, Triolein, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Behentrimonium Chloride, Stearic Acid, Polysorbate 20, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*Water (Eau), Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin (Vegetable/Végétale), Isopropyl Palmitate, Niacinamide, Triolein, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Behentrimonium Chloride, Stearic Acid, Polysorbate 20, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Extract, Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Hydroxystearic Acid, Menthol, Citric Acid, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Fragrance (Parfum)

    • 8.23.24
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  58. 11.29.24
    Brianna said:

    Hi! You’ve listed the Apple Cider Vinegar dandruff shampoo and conditioner as safe for pregnancy and nursing. I’m just confirming because they contain salicylic acid?