Suggestions for powder and nail polish during pregnancy?

BagsAreMyBabies · Jan 20th, 2008, 10:42 AM

I was wondering if anyone has any good suggestions for a powder that is a good shine stopper during pregnancy? I am already starting to notice major oil production on my face. I'd prefer something mineral or at least paraben free.

Also, any recommendations for toulene (sp?) free nail polishes?

kimberf · Jan 24th, 2008, 01:04 AM

I wear powder once in a blue moon, so I just stuck with my T. Leclerc for the maybe 4 times I wore it during pregnancy. I know I've seen posts about the various mineral powders/foundations in the beauty sub-forum, so you may want to check there. Otherwise, maybe check the reviews on beauty.com for mineral makeup.

Nicole by OPI nail polish is formaldehyde, toluene, and DBP free. I know there are some others as well, but that's the one I just saw the ad for in my Elle magazine, so that's the one I remember.

NoSnowHere · Jan 24th, 2008, 09:31 PM

Why not try oil blotting papers instead of powder so it won't cake up, like Shiseido. If you are really wanting powder, go with Bare Minerals mineral veil.

ILuvMyHusband · Jan 24th, 2008, 09:54 PM

I say BareMinerals Mineral Veil as well! Love the stuff.

candace117 · Jan 25th, 2008, 01:31 AM

OPI's main line "OPI" stopped putting toluene in their polishes last year! check out my Designer Series thread in the Beauty Bar, I posted pics and the polish is beautiful...just what you need!

Needanotherbag · Jan 25th, 2008, 01:51 AM

I'm 18 weeks and soo oily now - blotting papers are working great. And yup, OPI is the safer brand of polish.

addicted2chanel · Jan 27th, 2008, 09:39 AM

My doctor told me that polishing your nails will not hurt the baby at all. I don't think you need to worry about it. BUT if you are worried, just look online for organic nail polish, I know sounds weird, but believe me, they have it. I saw an all organic day spa, a bit pricey, but it's worth it if you're that worried about it.
For your skin, just take some toilet seat covers (the waxy paper ones) and blot them on your face, they don't remove make up, and they take away any shine.

allierichie · Jan 27th, 2008, 10:51 PM

are you using an oil free moisterizer? It helped me a lot.

Nail polish - OPI and I think Zoya is OK

juicy couture jen · Jan 27th, 2008, 11:10 PM

I had a massive acne outbreak when I reached my third trimester... I washed my face several times a day and nothing seemed to work, but it did end up clearing up until a few weeks after I delivered. I guess its just the hormones!!!!

Jan 20th, 2008, 10:42 AM	#1
BagsAreMyBabies Member Location: Michigan	Suggestions for powder and nail polish during pregnancy? I was wondering if anyone has any good suggestions for a powder that is a good shine stopper during pregnancy? I am already starting to notice major oil production on my face. I'd prefer something mineral or at least paraben free. Also, any recommendations for toulene (sp?) free nail polishes?

Jan 24th, 2008, 01:04 AM	#2
kimberf Member Location: California	Re: Suggestions for powder and nail polish during pregnancy? I wear powder once in a blue moon, so I just stuck with my T. Leclerc for the maybe 4 times I wore it during pregnancy. I know I've seen posts about the various mineral powders/foundations in the beauty sub-forum, so you may want to check there. Otherwise, maybe check the reviews on beauty.com for mineral makeup. Nicole by OPI nail polish is formaldehyde, toluene, and DBP free. I know there are some others as well, but that's the one I just saw the ad for in my Elle magazine, so that's the one I remember.

Jan 24th, 2008, 09:31 PM	#3
NoSnowHere ♥ Nico ♥ Location: on my iPhone	Re: Suggestions for powder and nail polish during pregnancy? Why not try oil blotting papers instead of powder so it won't cake up, like Shiseido. If you are really wanting powder, go with Bare Minerals mineral veil. __________________ sugar & champ

Jan 24th, 2008, 09:54 PM	#4
ILuvMyHusband Member	Re: Suggestions for powder and nail polish during pregnancy? I say BareMinerals Mineral Veil as well! Love the stuff. __________________

Jan 25th, 2008, 01:31 AM	#5
candace117 Pirate Trash Location: Hardcorvallis	Re: Suggestions for powder and nail polish during pregnancy? OPI's main line "OPI" stopped putting toluene in their polishes last year! check out my Designer Series thread in the Beauty Bar, I posted pics and the polish is beautiful...just what you need! __________________ "With so much drama in the L-B-C, it's kinda hard bein Snoop D-O-double G."

Jan 25th, 2008, 01:51 AM	#6
Needanotherbag is done for now	Re: Suggestions for powder and nail polish during pregnancy? I'm 18 weeks and soo oily now - blotting papers are working great. And yup, OPI is the safer brand of polish. __________________ Carpe Bargain...Seize the deal Someday, a Sunburst Stam in Orchid....or a Cecilia in Grey...oh, and the ever elusive Silvana in Cognac.

Jan 27th, 2008, 09:39 AM	#7
addicted2chanel Chanel not war Location: Anchorage, AK	Re: Suggestions for powder and nail polish during pregnancy? My doctor told me that polishing your nails will not hurt the baby at all. I don't think you need to worry about it. BUT if you are worried, just look online for organic nail polish, I know sounds weird, but believe me, they have it. I saw an all organic day spa, a bit pricey, but it's worth it if you're that worried about it. For your skin, just take some toilet seat covers (the waxy paper ones) and blot them on your face, they don't remove make up, and they take away any shine.

Jan 27th, 2008, 10:51 PM	#8
allierichie Member Location: East Coast	Re: Suggestions for powder and nail polish during pregnancy? are you using an oil free moisterizer? It helped me a lot. Nail polish - OPI and I think Zoya is OK __________________ *~ALLIE~*

Jan 27th, 2008, 11:10 PM	#9
juicy couture jen Sale Hunter Location: Massachusetts, USA	Re: Suggestions for powder and nail polish during pregnancy? I had a massive acne outbreak when I reached my third trimester... I washed my face several times a day and nothing seemed to work, but it did end up clearing up until a few weeks after I delivered. I guess its just the hormones!!!! __________________