Hormonal and physical changes during pregnancy can cause a variety of skin conditions. For example, the skin around the stomach, breasts, and other areas of weight gain can develop stretch marks. While moisturizers can reduce the appearance of these marks, pregnant women must select products without harmful active ingredients, which Dr. Johnson has developed for use during and after pregnancy.
Melasma is another skin condition that can be caused by pregnancy hormones. In some women, pregnancy stimulates the production of dark pigment under the skin. Melasma appears as hyperpigmented spots on the face or arms. Reducing sun exposure and wearing mineral sunscreen can minimize this condition. Other areas of the body may break out in a red, irritating rash known as pruritic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy. Using rich skin moisturizers can reduce itching, but treating the source of the issue after pregnancy can help recreate balance in the body and therefore, the skin. Dr. Johnson focuses on holistic internal supplements to bring the body back in balance for real, permanent change.
