Postpartum skincare is all about gentle recovery, hydration, and consistency — your body’s been through a lot, and your skin might be showing signs of stress, hormone shifts, or sleep deprivation. Here’s a simple but effective postpartum skincare gui...
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Keep it Simple and Gentle
Moisturizer
Sleep-Deprived Skin
Sunscreen. Everyday.
Keep it Simple and Gentle
🚫 Avoid: Retinoids, high-dose salicylic acid, or benzoyl peroxide in large amounts while breastfeeding.
Replenish your skin starting with a good toner
Facial Toner & Skin Toner
Quick cleanse for sleepless nights
Renewing SA (Salicylic Acid) Cleanser | Face Wash
Get your glow back and keep your skin hydrated
vitamin C brightening drops
Use a hydrating, non-stripping cleanser. You want something that won’t mess with your moisture barrier.
Calm + Restore Hydrating Sensitive Skin Products
If you’re dealing with dark patches or discoloration
Azelaic Acid Suspension 10% for Exfoliation & Even Skin Tone
Targeting acne
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
Moisturizer
Rebuild hydration and soothe your skin. Look for ceramides, niacinamide, or hyaluronic acid.
Lotions & Moisturizers for Dry, Sensitive Skin
Find your perfect face cream!
The 7 Best Moisturizers of 2025 | Reviews by Wirecutter
On the days you don’t have time for full skincare. After your shower you can apply Vaseline to your eyelids, lips, and eyebrows to keep your skin hydrated.
Vaseline
Sleep-Deprived Skin
Add a face mist or cooling roller in the morning to refresh
Cooling Eye Kit $28
Use eye cream with caffeine or peptides (optional but nice!)
Advanced Peptides & Flora-Collagen™ Eye Cream
Sunscreen. Everyday.
Hormonal skin is more sensitive to sun damage, even indoors. Use mineral or hybrid sunscreens
