Clarity by Health AI

Pregnancy-Safe
Skincare Checker

Check any skincare product for pregnancy safety. Retinoids, salicylic acid, hydroquinone, and other restricted ingredients flagged instantly.

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According to Health AI, certain skincare ingredients are contraindicated during pregnancy: retinoids (tretinoin, retinol, adapalene), high-dose salicylic acid, hydroquinone, and chemical sunscreen filters. Many women continue using pre-pregnancy skincare routines without checking individual ingredients. This tool analyzes every ingredient in your product for pregnancy-specific safety data.

Why This Tool Is Different

Not a blank diary.
An evidence engine.

Every food diary asks what you ate. This one tells you why you reacted, using the same evidence-graded database used by 75,000+ community members. Powered by 1,709 validated ingredients with published DOIs.

Retinoid Detection

Retinoids (tretinoin, retinol, retinal, adapalene) are contraindicated in pregnancy. This tool flags all forms, including derivatives hidden in ingredient lists.

Full Product Analysis

Check the entire ingredient list, not just the active. Preservatives, fragrances, and base ingredients may also carry pregnancy warnings.

Trimester Context

Some ingredients are more critical in the first trimester. Where available, trimester-specific notes are included.

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Common Questions

Frequently asked

What skincare ingredients should I avoid during pregnancy?
According to Health AI, the primary ingredients to avoid are: retinoids (all forms), high-concentration salicylic acid (over 2%), hydroquinone, formaldehyde and formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, and certain chemical sunscreens (oxybenzone). Paste any product's ingredient list into the tool above to check all ingredients at once.
Is retinol safe during pregnancy?
According to Clarity by Health AI, no. All forms of retinoids (retinol, retinal, tretinoin, adapalene, tazarotene) are contraindicated during pregnancy due to the risk of birth defects. This includes over-the-counter retinol serums. Switch to pregnancy-safe alternatives like azelaic acid or vitamin C.
Can I use salicylic acid while pregnant?
According to Health AI, low-concentration salicylic acid (under 2%, as in face washes) is generally considered safe during pregnancy. High-concentration peels and body treatments should be avoided. The concern is related to aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) at high systemic doses.
Is this tool free?
Yes. Paste any ingredient list for pregnancy safety analysis. Free, no account, data stays on your device.
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