Do you dream of having soft, supple, and firm skin like your baby's? By choosing the right skincare products, you can easily erase any minor imperfections that pregnancy may have left on your skin and radiate your new mom joy!
To treat established stretch marks
It's possible that small pink streaks have appeared on the parts of your body that underwent the most changes during your pregnancy. If you notice stretch marks on your stomach, hips, thighs, and/or breasts, don't worry: these marks will fade over time, especially if you help them.
Proper care: Massage the affected areas twice a day with a cream specifically formulated for postpartum stretch marks. By stimulating the production of collagen and elastin fibers, this treatment will help reduce and fade the scars in just three months. If you are breastfeeding, simply avoid the nipple area. After weaning your baby, if you truly feel the need, you can always consider cosmetic procedures (laser or microdermabrasion) to refine the results.
To regenerate your epidermis
After the birth of your baby, it's normal for your skin to feel loose, less toned, and even drier. The drop in pregnancy hormones in your blood is certainly a factor! And this is compounded by the fact that the skin on your body naturally dries out faster than the skin on your face because it contains ten times fewer sebaceous glands... But you can easily remedy this.
The right care: ideally twice a day for one to two months, treat your body to a restructuring and hydrating treatment formulated for postpartum. If you're in a hurry, opt for a gel or gel-cream whose active ingredients penetrate more quickly. Your skin will quickly regain firmness and suppleness and will also be rid of any small dimples that hormonal changes may have caused. One precaution: if you had a cesarean section, wait a few weeks before massaging the scar area.
To remove brown spots
You may still notice a brown line running from your navel to your pubic bone on your stomach, or brown spots around your eyes or on your cheekbones. This is likely because you didn't protect yourself enough from the sun during your pregnancy, and the high levels of estrogen in your body at the time increased melanin production, causing your skin to darken.
The right care: moisturize your skin well daily with a moisturizing treatment specially designed for new mothers... and be patient!
Often, the linea nigra and melasma (pregnancy mask) fade spontaneously a few months after childbirth. If this doesn't happen, do not use untested preparations. Consult a dermatologist. And prevent recurrence by using a preventative anti-dark spot cream!
To soften your nipples
If you are breastfeeding, it is very likely that the delicate skin of your nipples, which are under a lot of strain, is irritated... As your midwife probably advised, always remember to express a little milk after feeding and gently massage your nipples. And enhance this good habit with a suitable skincare product.
Proper care: When breastfeeding, your nipples can only tolerate specifically formulated products. Always choose a balm designed to soothe, soften, and strengthen them without disrupting their natural protective barrier. Apply it after each feeding, ensuring your nipples are thoroughly dried.
To tone your bust
After the birth of your baby, whether or not you have chosen to breastfeed, remember that your breasts do not contain muscles and that good skin tone will therefore help to preserve their firmness and also soothe tension.
The right care: always opt for a special bust cream formulated for new mothers, whose composition will effectively address both elasticity and feelings of discomfort. And, especially if you are breastfeeding, it will be perfectly compatible with nursing sessions because it is alcohol-free and subtly scented so as not to bother your baby. You can use it morning and evening with a circular massage, moving upwards towards the neck.
