Breastfeeding — beauty treatment safety

Enzyme peels are the one peel the guidance places squarely in the safe column during pregnancy and while you are breastfeeding. If you want some resurfacing in your facial, this is the one to ask for.

Sources: American Academy of Dermatology · MDPI (peer-reviewed) · NHS Wales

The reassuring evidence about breastfeeding applies to botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid fillers specifically. Other injectables — biostimulators, polynucleotides, skin boosters, threads, fat-dissolving injections — and permanent makeup remain avoided while you are breastfeeding: there is less data on them, and more scope for systemic effects.

Sources: MDPI (peer-reviewed) · Pregnancy, Birth and Baby (Australian Government)

Botulinum toxin is a very large molecule that stays where it is injected, and hyaluronic acid fillers are large polymers that work locally rather than circulating around your body — neither is expected to reach your breast milk in any meaningful amount. The Australian government's Pregnancy, Birth and Baby service says Botox is not likely to enter breast milk, and that there are no special considerations for using it while breastfeeding. Clinical opinion is split all the same: some clinics still recommend avoiding it out of an abundance of caution. This is one to discuss with your doctor and your practitioner rather than a question with a single right answer.

Sources: Allergan (AbbVie) · Pregnancy, Birth and Baby (Australian Government)

Botulinum toxin is a very large molecule that stays where it is injected, and hyaluronic acid fillers are large polymers that work locally rather than circulating around your body — neither is expected to reach your breast milk in any meaningful amount. The Australian government's Pregnancy, Birth and Baby service says Botox is not likely to enter breast milk, and that there are no special considerations for using it while breastfeeding. Clinical opinion is split all the same: some clinics still recommend avoiding it out of an abundance of caution. This is one to discuss with your doctor and your practitioner rather than a question with a single right answer.

Sources: Allergan (AbbVie) · Pregnancy, Birth and Baby (Australian Government)

Botulinum toxin is a very large molecule that stays where it is injected, and hyaluronic acid fillers are large polymers that work locally rather than circulating around your body — neither is expected to reach your breast milk in any meaningful amount. The Australian government's Pregnancy, Birth and Baby service says Botox is not likely to enter breast milk, and that there are no special considerations for using it while breastfeeding. Clinical opinion is split all the same: some clinics still recommend avoiding it out of an abundance of caution. This is one to discuss with your doctor and your practitioner rather than a question with a single right answer.

Sources: Allergan (AbbVie) · Pregnancy, Birth and Baby (Australian Government)

The reassuring evidence about breastfeeding applies to botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid fillers specifically. Other injectables — biostimulators, polynucleotides, skin boosters, threads, fat-dissolving injections — and permanent makeup remain avoided while you are breastfeeding: there is less data on them, and more scope for systemic effects.

Sources: MDPI (peer-reviewed) · Pregnancy, Birth and Baby (Australian Government)

Botulinum toxin is a very large molecule that stays where it is injected, and hyaluronic acid fillers are large polymers that work locally rather than circulating around your body — neither is expected to reach your breast milk in any meaningful amount. The Australian government's Pregnancy, Birth and Baby service says Botox is not likely to enter breast milk, and that there are no special considerations for using it while breastfeeding. Clinical opinion is split all the same: some clinics still recommend avoiding it out of an abundance of caution. This is one to discuss with your doctor and your practitioner rather than a question with a single right answer.

Sources: Allergan (AbbVie) · Pregnancy, Birth and Baby (Australian Government)

The reassuring evidence about breastfeeding applies to botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid fillers specifically. Other injectables — biostimulators, polynucleotides, skin boosters, threads, fat-dissolving injections — and permanent makeup remain avoided while you are breastfeeding: there is less data on them, and more scope for systemic effects.

Sources: MDPI (peer-reviewed) · Pregnancy, Birth and Baby (Australian Government)

The reassuring evidence about breastfeeding applies to botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid fillers specifically. Other injectables — biostimulators, polynucleotides, skin boosters, threads, fat-dissolving injections — and permanent makeup remain avoided while you are breastfeeding: there is less data on them, and more scope for systemic effects.

Sources: MDPI (peer-reviewed) · Pregnancy, Birth and Baby (Australian Government)

The reassuring evidence about breastfeeding applies to botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid fillers specifically. Other injectables — biostimulators, polynucleotides, skin boosters, threads, fat-dissolving injections — and permanent makeup remain avoided while you are breastfeeding: there is less data on them, and more scope for systemic effects.

Sources: MDPI (peer-reviewed) · Pregnancy, Birth and Baby (Australian Government)

The reassuring evidence about breastfeeding applies to botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid fillers specifically. Other injectables — biostimulators, polynucleotides, skin boosters, threads, fat-dissolving injections — and permanent makeup remain avoided while you are breastfeeding: there is less data on them, and more scope for systemic effects.

Sources: MDPI (peer-reviewed) · Pregnancy, Birth and Baby (Australian Government)

Botulinum toxin is a very large molecule that stays where it is injected, and hyaluronic acid fillers are large polymers that work locally rather than circulating around your body — neither is expected to reach your breast milk in any meaningful amount. The Australian government's Pregnancy, Birth and Baby service says Botox is not likely to enter breast milk, and that there are no special considerations for using it while breastfeeding. Clinical opinion is split all the same: some clinics still recommend avoiding it out of an abundance of caution. This is one to discuss with your doctor and your practitioner rather than a question with a single right answer.

Sources: Allergan (AbbVie) · Pregnancy, Birth and Baby (Australian Government)

Waxing, sugaring and threading remove hair mechanically. Nothing enters your bloodstream and nothing affects your baby, so they are safe throughout pregnancy and while you are breastfeeding. The one consideration is skin sensitivity: pregnancy hormones can leave your skin more sensitive, redder and easier to bruise, so tell your therapist you are pregnant. A Brazilian wax in the third trimester is awkward positionally, but not medically contraindicated.

Sources: American Pregnancy Association · NHS

Waxing, sugaring and threading remove hair mechanically. Nothing enters your bloodstream and nothing affects your baby, so they are safe throughout pregnancy and while you are breastfeeding. The one consideration is skin sensitivity: pregnancy hormones can leave your skin more sensitive, redder and easier to bruise, so tell your therapist you are pregnant. A Brazilian wax in the third trimester is awkward positionally, but not medically contraindicated.

Sources: American Pregnancy Association · NHS

Waxing, sugaring and threading remove hair mechanically. Nothing enters your bloodstream and nothing affects your baby, so they are safe throughout pregnancy and while you are breastfeeding. The one consideration is skin sensitivity: pregnancy hormones can leave your skin more sensitive, redder and easier to bruise, so tell your therapist you are pregnant. A Brazilian wax in the third trimester is awkward positionally, but not medically contraindicated.

Sources: American Pregnancy Association · NHS

Waxing, sugaring and threading remove hair mechanically. Nothing enters your bloodstream and nothing affects your baby, so they are safe throughout pregnancy and while you are breastfeeding. The one consideration is skin sensitivity: pregnancy hormones can leave your skin more sensitive, redder and easier to bruise, so tell your therapist you are pregnant. A Brazilian wax in the third trimester is awkward positionally, but not medically contraindicated.

Sources: American Pregnancy Association · NHS

Manicures and pedicures are safe throughout pregnancy and while breastfeeding, gel included — UV/LED nail lamp exposure is tiny and localised to your hands or feet. Two things are worth getting right. Ask for good ventilation, because fumes from acrylic products and standard polish are the real concern. And choose a '3-free' or '10-free' polish, which leaves out formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate (DBP), toluene and camphor. Pedicures are particularly welcome in the third trimester, when reaching your own feet becomes difficult.

Sources: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists · NHS

Manicures and pedicures are safe throughout pregnancy and while breastfeeding, gel included — UV/LED nail lamp exposure is tiny and localised to your hands or feet. Two things are worth getting right. Ask for good ventilation, because fumes from acrylic products and standard polish are the real concern. And choose a '3-free' or '10-free' polish, which leaves out formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate (DBP), toluene and camphor. Pedicures are particularly welcome in the third trimester, when reaching your own feet becomes difficult.

Sources: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists · NHS

Manicures and pedicures are safe throughout pregnancy and while breastfeeding, gel included — UV/LED nail lamp exposure is tiny and localised to your hands or feet. Two things are worth getting right. Ask for good ventilation, because fumes from acrylic products and standard polish are the real concern. And choose a '3-free' or '10-free' polish, which leaves out formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate (DBP), toluene and camphor. Pedicures are particularly welcome in the third trimester, when reaching your own feet becomes difficult.

Sources: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists · NHS

Manicures and pedicures are safe throughout pregnancy and while breastfeeding, gel included — UV/LED nail lamp exposure is tiny and localised to your hands or feet. Two things are worth getting right. Ask for good ventilation, because fumes from acrylic products and standard polish are the real concern. And choose a '3-free' or '10-free' polish, which leaves out formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate (DBP), toluene and camphor. Pedicures are particularly welcome in the third trimester, when reaching your own feet becomes difficult.

Sources: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists · NHS

Manicures and pedicures are safe throughout pregnancy and while breastfeeding, gel included — UV/LED nail lamp exposure is tiny and localised to your hands or feet. Two things are worth getting right. Ask for good ventilation, because fumes from acrylic products and standard polish are the real concern. And choose a '3-free' or '10-free' polish, which leaves out formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate (DBP), toluene and camphor. Pedicures are particularly welcome in the third trimester, when reaching your own feet becomes difficult.

Sources: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists · NHS

Manicures and pedicures are safe throughout pregnancy and while breastfeeding, gel included — UV/LED nail lamp exposure is tiny and localised to your hands or feet. Two things are worth getting right. Ask for good ventilation, because fumes from acrylic products and standard polish are the real concern. And choose a '3-free' or '10-free' polish, which leaves out formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate (DBP), toluene and camphor. Pedicures are particularly welcome in the third trimester, when reaching your own feet becomes difficult.

Sources: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists · NHS

Manicures and pedicures are safe throughout pregnancy and while breastfeeding, gel included — UV/LED nail lamp exposure is tiny and localised to your hands or feet. Two things are worth getting right. Ask for good ventilation, because fumes from acrylic products and standard polish are the real concern. And choose a '3-free' or '10-free' polish, which leaves out formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate (DBP), toluene and camphor. Pedicures are particularly welcome in the third trimester, when reaching your own feet becomes difficult.

Sources: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists · NHS

Manicures and pedicures are safe throughout pregnancy and while breastfeeding, gel included — UV/LED nail lamp exposure is tiny and localised to your hands or feet. Two things are worth getting right. Ask for good ventilation, because fumes from acrylic products and standard polish are the real concern. And choose a '3-free' or '10-free' polish, which leaves out formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate (DBP), toluene and camphor. Pedicures are particularly welcome in the third trimester, when reaching your own feet becomes difficult.

Sources: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists · NHS

Manicures and pedicures are safe throughout pregnancy and while breastfeeding, gel included — UV/LED nail lamp exposure is tiny and localised to your hands or feet. Two things are worth getting right. Ask for good ventilation, because fumes from acrylic products and standard polish are the real concern. And choose a '3-free' or '10-free' polish, which leaves out formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate (DBP), toluene and camphor. Pedicures are particularly welcome in the third trimester, when reaching your own feet becomes difficult.

Sources: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists · NHS

Manicures and pedicures are safe throughout pregnancy and while breastfeeding, gel included — UV/LED nail lamp exposure is tiny and localised to your hands or feet. Two things are worth getting right. Ask for good ventilation, because fumes from acrylic products and standard polish are the real concern. And choose a '3-free' or '10-free' polish, which leaves out formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate (DBP), toluene and camphor. Pedicures are particularly welcome in the third trimester, when reaching your own feet becomes difficult.

Sources: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists · NHS

The reassuring evidence about breastfeeding applies to botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid fillers specifically. Other injectables — biostimulators, polynucleotides, skin boosters, threads, fat-dissolving injections — and permanent makeup remain avoided while you are breastfeeding: there is less data on them, and more scope for systemic effects.

Sources: MDPI (peer-reviewed) · Pregnancy, Birth and Baby (Australian Government)

The reassuring evidence about breastfeeding applies to botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid fillers specifically. Other injectables — biostimulators, polynucleotides, skin boosters, threads, fat-dissolving injections — and permanent makeup remain avoided while you are breastfeeding: there is less data on them, and more scope for systemic effects.

Sources: MDPI (peer-reviewed) · Pregnancy, Birth and Baby (Australian Government)

The reassuring evidence about breastfeeding applies to botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid fillers specifically. Other injectables — biostimulators, polynucleotides, skin boosters, threads, fat-dissolving injections — and permanent makeup remain avoided while you are breastfeeding: there is less data on them, and more scope for systemic effects.

Sources: MDPI (peer-reviewed) · Pregnancy, Birth and Baby (Australian Government)

The reassuring evidence about breastfeeding applies to botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid fillers specifically. Other injectables — biostimulators, polynucleotides, skin boosters, threads, fat-dissolving injections — and permanent makeup remain avoided while you are breastfeeding: there is less data on them, and more scope for systemic effects.

Sources: MDPI (peer-reviewed) · Pregnancy, Birth and Baby (Australian Government)

The reassuring evidence about breastfeeding applies to botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid fillers specifically. Other injectables — biostimulators, polynucleotides, skin boosters, threads, fat-dissolving injections — and permanent makeup remain avoided while you are breastfeeding: there is less data on them, and more scope for systemic effects.

Sources: MDPI (peer-reviewed) · Pregnancy, Birth and Baby (Australian Government)

The reassuring evidence about breastfeeding applies to botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid fillers specifically. Other injectables — biostimulators, polynucleotides, skin boosters, threads, fat-dissolving injections — and permanent makeup remain avoided while you are breastfeeding: there is less data on them, and more scope for systemic effects.

Sources: MDPI (peer-reviewed) · Pregnancy, Birth and Baby (Australian Government)