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Can i use makeup and moisturizing creams which i get at stores while pregnant? i'm confused about the contradictions over internet.

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: There are no restrictions in typical over the counter make up or moisturizer creams in pregnancy

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/16/2014

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Probably harmless!: The "health effects" of makeup/moisturizing creams are pretty well known and NO contraindications in Pregnancy have ever been proven! I hope this helps! DrZ

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/18/2014

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