Do you dream of having baby-soft, smooth, and firm skin? By choosing the right skincare methods, you can easily improve minor imperfections left over from pregnancy and showcase the beauty and joy of new motherhood!
Fade stretch marks
During pregnancy, the areas of the body that undergo the most significant changes may develop pinkish stretch marks. If you find stretch marks on your abdomen, buttocks, thighs, or breasts, don't worry: these marks will fade over time, and even faster if you take proper care of them.
Care Instructions: Apply a cream specifically formulated for postpartum stretch marks twice daily, massaging it into the affected areas. This treatment promotes collagen and elastin production, helping to reduce or even eliminate marks within three months. If you are breastfeeding, avoid applying to the nipple area. If needed, consider cosmetic procedures (laser or microdermabrasion) after discontinuing breastfeeding for even better results.
Repair the epidermis
Postpartum skin often appears less firm and elastic, and may even be drier, primarily due to the drop in hormone levels during pregnancy. Additionally, body skin is more prone to dryness than facial skin because it has ten times fewer sebaceous glands. But you can easily improve this.
Care Instructions: Ideally, use a postpartum rebuilding moisturizing treatment twice daily for one to two months. If time is limited, choose a gel or gel-cream with faster-penetrating active ingredients. Your skin will quickly regain firmness and elasticity, and reduce cellulite caused by hormonal changes. Note: If you had a C-section, wait a few weeks before massaging the scar area.
Lighten dark spots
You may still notice a brown line from your navel to your pubic bone, or dark spots around your eyes and cheekbones. This is usually due to insufficient sun protection during pregnancy, coupled with high levels of estrogen that promotes melanin production.
Care instructions: Use a moisturizing cream specially designed for new mothers daily and be patient! Brown lines and pregnancy spots usually fade naturally within a few months postpartum. If there is no improvement, do not use untested products; consult a dermatologist and use a protective cream to prevent new spots from appearing.
Nipple care
During breastfeeding, the delicate skin of the nipples may become irritated from frequent use. As midwives recommend, gently apply a few drops of breast milk to the nipples after feeding and follow with proper care.
Nursing instructions: When breastfeeding, only use products specifically designed for the nipples. Choose a cream that soothes, increases elasticity, and strengthens protection without disrupting the natural protective membrane. After each feeding, thoroughly dry the nipples before applying the cream.
Breast Firming Care
Postpartum, whether or not you are breastfeeding, remember that there are no muscles in the breasts. Good skin firmness helps maintain breast shape and reduce discomfort.
Nursing method: Choose breast care products specifically designed for new mothers. These products can effectively improve elasticity and reduce discomfort. They should be completely suitable for breastfeeding, alcohol-free, and have a light fragrance to avoid affecting the baby. Use morning and evening, applying with a circular massage motion upwards towards the neck.
