Tranexamic Acid during Pregnancy
Topical tranexamic acid in pregnancy is not well-studied — data are thin.
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Topical tranexamic acid in pregnancy is not well-studied — data are thin.
how to use it. Defer to azelaic acid for pigment concerns during pregnancy.
why it works. Oral tranexamic acid is not recommended in pregnancy. Topical absorption is expected to be minimal but has not been thoroughly characterized.
Reviewed with 1 source on 2026-07-03.
Alpha Arbutin during Pregnancy
Alpha arbutin is considered acceptable during pregnancy.
also about pregnancyAzelaic Acid during Pregnancy
Azelaic acid is the pregnancy-safe active workhorse. Use freely.
also about pregnancyBakuchiol during Pregnancy
Bakuchiol pregnancy safety data are thin. Consider pausing.
also about pregnancyCentella Asiatica (Cica) during Pregnancy
Centella Asiatica is fully safe throughout pregnancy.
also about pregnancyCeramides during Pregnancy
Ceramides is fully safe throughout pregnancy.
also about pregnancyFragrance during Pregnancy
Not teratogenic — but pregnancy commonly heightens fragrance sensitivity.