Always check with your doctor. This is general information, not medical advice. Your obstetrician or dermatologist knows your history and can confirm what is right for you.
What Salicylic Acid does
An oil-soluble beta-hydroxy acid that gets inside pores to dissolve the sebum and dead skin behind blackheads, whiteheads and breakouts. It is the go-to for oily, acne-prone skin.
Pregnancy-safe alternatives
Frequently asked questions
Is Salicylic Acid safe during pregnancy?
Guidance on Salicylic Acid in pregnancy is mixed or limited, so check with your doctor or obstetrician before using it. Low-strength, small-area use is often considered acceptable, but your doctor knows your situation.
What can I use instead of Salicylic Acid while pregnant?
Niacinamide, Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid and Mandelic Acid target similar concerns and are generally considered pregnancy-safe.
Is Salicylic Acid safe while breastfeeding?
Check with your doctor. Guidance is usually similar to pregnancy.