The world of pregnancy can be a daunting one. You’ve just brought a baby into the world (!) so getting to grips with the changes your body goes through both before and after birth is bound to be a little tricky at times. Chances are there’s already a lot on your plate right now, so worrying about your skin and hair shouldn’t be a main contender. We’ve pulled together a list of soothing, pampering, and most importantly safe products for new and expectant Mums. Go ahead and treat yourself, or alternatively if you’re looking to celebrate a lady in your life that’s new to the baby game, look no further than this edit…
By Rebecca Hoffnung
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1 Peter Thomas Roth - Hyularonic Cloud Hydra-Gel Eye Patches, £35.50
Late nights, early mornings or very little sleep at all – if you’re already a Mum, you know the drill. The joyous ‘no sleep’ phase often comes with the territory, so if the bags under your eyes seem to be growing by the day, Peter Thomas Roth’s Hyularonic Cloud Hydra-Gel Eye Patches are just the ticket for worn out Mamas. Packed with soothing ingredients designed to hydrate, moisturise and instantly improve under-eye darkness, these magic little patches will help to de-puff in a flash. Our tip? Keep them in the fridge for an ultra cooling effect.
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2 Lanolips - 101 Ointment, £10.99
Is there anything this versatile little balm can’t do? Internationally acclaimed by beauty experts (and Mums alike) worldwide, this multi-tasking ointment can be used almost anywhere. Made from ultra medical grade lanolin that’s famous for its natural moisturising properties, use Lanolips on sore nipples, dry lips, chapped skin – the options are endless. And of course, it’s baby safe. You won’t know how you survived without it.
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3 This Works - Deep Sleep Pillow Spray, £33
Another great product for all sleep deprived Mums out there, the Deep Sleep Pillow Spray by This Works sadly won’t guarantee hours of undisturbed rest if you have a little one in tow, but it does promise to help you wake feeling more refreshed. You’ll take anything at this point right?! Packed with 100% natural pure essential oils of lavender, vetivert and camomile, simply mist a few spritzes over your pillow right before you (attempt to) go to bed to help encourage better quality sleep.
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4 Mama Mio - The Tummy Rub Butter, £23.50
The Mama Mio range has so many great pre and post-natal products to choose from that it was hard to pick a favourite (we encourage you to check out the rest of their range, asap) but their Tummy Rub Butter had to top our list. Expertly formulated with a host of hard working and clinically proven all-natural ingredients to protect growing bumps, this cream helps to prevent the appearance of stretch marks, increases elasticity and nourishes dry, itchy tummies. A must-have for all Mums-to-be.
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5 Bio Oil, £9.99
Our Mums use it, we use it, pregnant or not Bio Oil is widely considered the holy grail of skincare, no matter what your age or skin type. And considering pregnancy can wreak havoc on your complexion, it’s a product you’ll want to have close to hand. Great if you’re nursing a scar from a C-section, looking to combat stretch marks, or simply want to improve ageing, uneven and dehydrated skin, use a little (or a lot) of this specialised formula every day from head to toe for visible results that actually last.
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6 Grow Gorgeous - Hair Growth Serum, £30
It’s a well known fact that hair may lose its luster after pregnancy, and hair loss is a common side effect to the hormonal changes that take place after birth. Though these changes are often temporary, investing in the right products is key. If you’re experiencing thinner hair post baby, the Hair Growth Serum by Grow Gorgeous is a great product to help kickstart the regrowth process and restore your locks to their former glory. Formulated with a unique complex of active ingredients, expect to see visible results in as little as 4 weeks.
FAQs
Which product helps reduce dark under-eye circles after having a baby?
Peter Thomas Roth’s Hyularonic Cloud Hydra-Gel Eye Patches are designed to hydrate and instantly improve under-eye darkness. These patches help reduce puffiness and can be kept in the fridge for an ultra-cooling effect, perfect for tired eyes after sleepless nights.
What can you use to soothe dry lips and sore nipples during pregnancy?
Lanolips 101 Ointment is made from ultra medical grade lanolin and is known for its natural moisturising properties. This versatile balm can be used on sore nipples, dry lips, and chapped skin, and it is safe for both you and your baby.
How can you improve sleep quality as a new parent?
Using the Deep Sleep Pillow Spray by This Works can help you feel more refreshed. It contains 100% natural pure essential oils like lavender, vetivert and camomile, and is sprayed on your pillow to encourage better quality sleep—even if uninterrupted rest is hard to come by.
Which cream helps prevent stretch marks during pregnancy?
Mama Mio The Tummy Rub Butter helps prevent the appearance of stretch marks, increases elasticity, and nourishes dry, itchy tummies. It is formulated with clinically proven all-natural ingredients specifically to support growing bumps.
What product can you use for hair regrowth after pregnancy?
Grow Gorgeous Hair Growth Serum is recommended for people experiencing thinner hair post-baby. Formulated with a unique complex of active ingredients, it delivers visible results for hair regrowth in as little as 4 weeks.