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Do you really need a pregnancy-safe deodorant? Here’s what dermatologists say
Apr 14, 2025
There’s nothing like pregnancy to spur tweaks to your personal-care routine, whether you sub in your go-to SPF for a pregnancy-safe sunscreen or stock up on skin care products for your growing bump. Your deodorant is no exception. Whether you have concerns about aluminum or are experiencing sensitive skin under the arms (which pregnancy can trigger), it may be worth substituting a pregnancy-safe option for your usual formula.
With this in mind, I asked board-certified dermatologists Dr. Deanne Mraz at Modern Dermatology in Westport, Connecticut, Dr. Mona Sadeghpour at Skin Med Institute in Lone Tree, Colorado, Dr. Camila Janniger in Wallington, New Jersey and Dr. Carmen Castilla in New York City, for advice to round up the best pregnancy-safe deodorants to keep your underarms calm and body odor, virtually nonexistent.
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Is regular deodorant safe to use during pregnancy?
Keep in mind that there’s no single definition of pregnancy-safe deodorant, according to experts I spoke with. “Most industries do not do clinical trials or testing of their products and services on pregnant women, so there isn’t definitive data to support guidelines on this topic,” says Mraz. But, “during pregnancy the skin can be more reactive and sensitive to new triggers, so avoiding synthetic fragrances, parabens and phthalates might be something your skin will benefit from if you’re noticing new reactions,” she says.
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