Can You Get a Facial While Pregnant? Here’s What’s Safe (and What’s Not)

Pregnancy changes so much — and your skin is no exception.

If you’re pregnant and suddenly noticing that your skin feels different (dry, sensitive, breaking out, or showing new pigmentation), don't worry it's normal. And if you’ve found yourself Googling, “Can I even have a facial while pregnant?” — you’re definitely not alone.

The short answer is: yes — with the right facial, done by someone who knows what’s safe.

Why Does Pregnancy Change the Skin?

Pregnancy hormones can trigger a range of skin changes:

• Increased melanin production → pigmentation or melasma
• Changes in oil production → breakouts or congestion
• Weakened skin barrier → dryness, sensitivity, or reactivity
• Increased blood flow → skin may appear more flushed or feel more sensitive

To make things trickier, many of the usual skincare ingredients that help with these concerns (think retinol) aren’t safe to use during pregnancy. That’s why it’s so important to have a facial that’s designed specifically for this stage.

What Makes a Facial Pregnancy-Safe?

A pregnancy-safe facial should:

• Avoid contraindicated ingredients (retinol, high-strength AHAs/BHAs, certain essential oils)
• Support the skin barrier with hydrating and calming ingredients
• Use safe and gentle exfoliation methods
• Customise the treatment to your skin’s current needs (because they change from week to week!)
• Prioritise physical comfort — especially in second and third trimesters (no lying flat for long periods)

Why I Created The Pregnancy Glow Facial

I designed this facial because so many of my pregnant clients were coming to me unsure what was safe — and frustrated by the changes they were seeing in their skin.

They didn’t want a “pamper facial” with no real skin benefit, but they also didn’t want to risk using the wrong products or techniques during pregnancy.

That’s why this facial focuses on:

• Supporting skin through hormonal shifts
• Managing pigmentation and sensitivity safely
• Hydrating and strengthening the skin barrier
• Keeping you physically comfortable with an adjustable bed, pregnancy pillows, and a fully tailored experience

Every step is pregnancy-safe, based on current skin science — and customised for where your skin (and body) is at.

When Can You Have a Facial During Pregnancy?

Any trimester — as long as the treatment is properly adapted.

Many of my clients start in the second trimester, when skin changes really start showing up. But The Pregnancy Glow Facial is safe in all stages, including third trimester — with full adjustments to bed positioning and technique to keep you comfortable.

Final Thoughts

Pregnancy-safe facials aren’t JUST about “pampering” — they’re about supporting your skin through a time of major change, safely and professionally.

If you’re pregnant and unsure what’s safe for your skin, you don’t have to guess — that’s exactly what this treatment is here for.

Want to know more? Feel free to message me anytime. I’m always happy to chat.