A woman’s body goes through many different changes throughout pregnancy. Some of the changes are widely known and expected, but some of them can catch you off guard. While many of the changes you experience are hormonal and occur inside the body, certain skin conditions, like hyperpigmentation, are also common. Most skin conditions are easily treatable as well during and after pregnancy. Here are some of the most common skin conditions you may experience during pregnancy.
Hyperpigmentation
Pregnancy hormones can lead to a significant increase in the body’s melanin production. The excess melanin production can cause darkened skin in some areas, which is known as hyperpigmentation. This skin condition is virtually harmless and normal. The most common areas pregnant women experience hyperpigmentation is on the belly and face.
Spider Veins
Another common skin condition pregnant women may develop is spider veins. This condition is a direct result of changes in estrogen production and can impact your blood vessels. For the most part, spider veins are painless and are sometimes barely visible. If you experience more painful varicose veins, you may want to visit your medical professional for advice on how to relieve the pain.
Acne Breakouts
Bodily changes during pregnancy can mean excess oil produced on the skin, which sometimes leads to acne breakouts. If you follow a regular skincare routine at home, you may just have to make some minor alterations in the amount of product you use. Most over-the-counter cleansers will keep your acne breakouts under control, but your medical professional can also provide a prescription if the breakouts are excessive.
Stretch Marks
The skin condition most women are well aware of even before they are pregnant is the dreaded stretch marks. The skin gets stretched to levels it may not have ever been during pregnancy, so it seems natural that some marks will be left behind as a result. Stretch marks may not disappear completely after your pregnancy, but every woman’s body is different. Many women apply cream on their belly throughout the pregnancy to help prevent stretch marks developing. This is also effective after pregnancy and can expedite the diminished appearance of them.
At Skin Deep Laser Services, we want your body to look and feel back to normal following pregnancy. Sometimes skin conditions like stretch marks are unavoidable, but we use the QuadroStar Pro Yellow Laser to get your skin looking great again. This is the best laser on the market today and is completely safe and effective for reversing conditions like stretch marks. Your skin doesn’t have to be permanently altered following pregnancy, so contact us at any time to schedule a consultation and discuss your treatment options.