Nail polish during pregnancy: can it always be used?

Can nail polish be used during pregnancy? And if so, can it be used throughout the entire period and what type? Today we will answer these questions related to the period of sweet waiting, a moment that for every woman is an expression of both internal and external transformation. Pregnancy also makes us feel at the mercy of sudden mood swings due to hormones and tension for future expectations. There is so much happiness and at the same time always the fear of being able to do something wrong and put our baby's health at risk with unsuitable foods or products. Let's see in particular how to eliminate doubts related to the use of nail polish during pregnancy .

Pregnancy hand polish: here's how to avoid mistakes

The growth of the baby in the womb obviously leads to a turmoil in which amazement, fear and happiness are constantly mixed. It is important, even in this phase, not to give up your femininity and feel at your best. Having beautiful hands, an impeccable manicure even during pregnancy is important but you must always be very careful in choosing quality products with certifications.

Let's start from the assumption that hand polish can be safely used during pregnancy because it does not directly affect the baby's development. It is equally true that its application can create some complications only if products with chemical preservatives, artificial colorants, paraffins, chemical Uv filters, PEG and its derivatives are used.

Another point, which your midwife will certainly have pointed out to you during the very useful antenatal course, is to remove nail polish during pregnancy in the period immediately before the due date. This is because there are real hospital needs: in the event that you have to have a cesarean or an emergency operation, a pulse oximeter will be applied to your fingers to record blood oxygenation. If there is nail polish on your hands during pregnancy, the device may not read the exact data. Furthermore, in the operating room, for reasons of hygiene, all frills must be eliminated.

Semi-permanent or gel during pregnancy: is it possible?

No gynecologist or obstetrician forbids semi-permanent or gel nail polish during pregnancy, but there are no studies that state that it is not harmful, so perhaps according to some scholars it would be better to opt for regular nail polish if you are not sure that formalin and toluene are absent. The latter is often present in semi-permanent nail polish because it makes the products easy and comfortable to apply.

Useful tips for manicure during pregnancy

·       Always air out the room where you get your manicure , if you are in a large salon why not use a mask.

·      For your manicure during pregnancy, choose short nails to avoid them flaking due to hormonal changes.

·      Don't bite your nails: they are a vehicle for infections in a delicate period. The nails are then even more weakened and by tearing them you would cause greater damage.

·      During pregnancy we recommend leaving your nails free of nail polish more often, especially if you are prone to fungal infections.

·      Use cuticle products and nail nutrients based on natural oils such as olive oil or sweet almond oil.

And you, how do you take care of your hand polish during pregnancy?