Are you suffering from itchy skin? Don’t panic! About 20% of pregnant women experience some form of itching during pregnancy. Itching, like other physical ailments, is a typical side effect during pregnancy. In addition to weight gain, a growing belly, fatigue and nausea, the skin can experience a tingling itchy feeling due to hormones and stretching.
Dearest moms, in this blog we would like to help you with some tips & tricks that are going to reduce this itchiness and make your pregnancy a little bit easier. But remember this: even if sometimes you don’t know how or what to do anymore, you are being so incredibly strong and doing a wonderful job!
What causes itching?
Itching is usually caused by a growing belly and breasts, leading to dry, flaky, and stretched skin that is sometimes even accompanied by rashes. In addition to the itching, stretching your body can also cause stretch marks, a process that causes more sensitivity and itching.
Do you have extreme itching on your feet or hands during your third trimester? Or red spots scattered all over your body except your face? These two symptoms are not caused by skin stretching, so it’s best to consult your doctor for advice. #bettersafethansorry
Tips & tricks to relieve this feeling
Classic but true: drink plenty of water and stay hydrated.
Try to drink a minimum of 1.5 liters of water daily. Drinking enough water keeps your body hydrated and more resilient.
Say no no noooo to sulfates
Most soap and shower products contain sulfates such as SLS and SLES to dissolve dirt and leave a foaming film. These substances trigger sensitivity, creating a drying effect on the skin. Therefore, during your pregnancy, try to go for 100% natural products that do not contain chemicals or sulfates and parabens.
In doing so, pay attention to both your shampoo and shower soap, both contain these culprits.
Say no no noooo to sulfates
Most soap and shower products contain sulfates such as SLS and SLES to dissolve dirt and leave a foaming film. These substances trigger sensitivity, creating a drying effect on the skin. Therefore, during your pregnancy, try to go for 100% natural products that do not contain chemicals or sulfates and parabens.
In doing so, pay attention to both your shampoo and shower soap, both contain these culprits.
Nourish and care
Moisturize your skin daily with a rich body oil or cream. Massaging in this cream keeps the skin more supple and resilient, making it easier for it to adapt to changes. Moisturizing the skin sufficiently also reduces the risk of stretch marks.
It’s getting hot in herre
We know …. We love to enjoy a hot, relaxing shower. But did you know that warm water causes your skin to dry out? If you suffer from itchy skin during your pregnancy, it’s best to reduce the water temperature so it doesn’t damage your skin unnecessarily.
Let’s relax: soothe your body in an oil bath
Add two to three spoons of our Fine Deluxe Body Scrub to your bath and allow it to soak into a soft oil. The nourishing oils combined with vitamins and minerals deeply nourish and soothe the skin. Ideal for a well-deserved moment of relaxation and to provide relief to the skin.
Hopefully, these five tips can offer you some relief during these months. If you have any questions about your skin or the safety of our products, feel free to contact us any time! You can always reach our fantastic team at teams@naturalself.eu or by Whatsapp (+324 70/ 21 99 87).
Love,
