Safe Cosmetic Procedures During Breastfeeding: What is Allowed and What is Not
After giving birth, many women want to get back in shape, but the question of safety regarding procedures during lactation remains relevant. The good news is that even during this period, you can take care of yourself if you choose proven methods.
What procedures are allowed while breastfeeding?
1. Safe Facial Care
✔️ Facial cleansing (ultrasound, atraumatic)
✔️ Moisturizing masks (without aggressive components)
✔️ Manual facial massage
✔️ Moisturizing masks (without aggressive components)
✔️ Manual facial massage
2. Permitted Hardware Techniques
✔️ Microcurrents (for skin tone)
✔️ IPL phototherapy (for pigmentation)
✔️ RF lifting (non-invasive, without contraindications)
✔️ IPL phototherapy (for pigmentation)
✔️ RF lifting (non-invasive, without contraindications)
3. Safe Injections
✔️ Biorevitalization (only hyaluronic acid)
✔️ PRP plasma therapy (patient's own plasma)
✔️ PRP plasma therapy (patient's own plasma)
Which procedures should be postponed?
❌ Botox (no studies on safety)
❌ Fillers (except in special cases as prescribed by a doctor)
❌ Chemical peels (especially medium and deep)
❌ Laser hair removal (may cause pain)
❌ Fillers (except in special cases as prescribed by a doctor)
❌ Chemical peels (especially medium and deep)
❌ Laser hair removal (may cause pain)
3 Important Rules While Breastfeeding
• Consult with a doctor and specialist before any procedure.
• Avoid pain relief creams with lidocaine.
• Drink plenty of water – it’s important for lactation and skin health.
• Avoid pain relief creams with lidocaine.
• Drink plenty of water – it’s important for lactation and skin health.
When is the best time to undergo procedures?
The ideal time is 3-6 months after childbirth when the body has somewhat recovered. Always inform your cosmetologist that you are breastfeeding.
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