Pregnancy. Postpartum. And all the skin drama in between.
Let’s talk hormones. Or more specifically—what they can do to your skin.
One day, you’re glowing. The next? Your skin feels dry, tight, and like it’s staging a full-blown rebellion. Whether you’re pregnant, newly postpartum, or just deep in the motherhood chapter, chances are your skin has been riding the hormonal rollercoaster right along with you.
And no—you’re not imagining it.
At Beauty From Bees, we see this all the time (we’ve lived it too). That’s why we created skin and body care that actually supports these changes—not fights them. Everything we make is clean, non-toxic, and formulated in-house, using only the ingredients your body truly needs.
So, let’s get into it: what’s going on with your skin during hormonal shifts, what to skip, and what to lean on when your skin is in its feels.
What’s Happening to Your Skin?
Short answer: a lot.
Here’s what you might notice as hormones fluctuate during pregnancy and postpartum:
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Dryness or flaking, especially on your face or belly
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Breakouts or congestion, even if you’ve never had acne before
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Redness, itching, or unexpected sensitivity
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Dark spots or uneven skin tone (like melasma)
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Stretch marks as your body grows and changes
Some days you’ll look radiant. Others, you might feel like your skin has turned on you. Totally normal. But that doesn’t mean you have to just put up with it.
What to Avoid (Especially While Pregnant or Breastfeeding)
Your skin absorbs what you put on it—which means now is the time to read your ingredient labels. And unfortunately, many conventional products are packed with fillers, fragrance, or ingredients that haven’t been tested for pregnancy or postpartum safety.
Here’s what we recommend skipping:
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Parabens, phthalates, and synthetic fragrance
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Retinol and retinoids
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Harsh acids or chemical peels
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Petroleum-based ingredients
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Anything with a mystery blend of “fragrance” or “parfum”
Our rule is simple: if you wouldn’t use it on your baby’s skin, it doesn’t belong on yours either.
What Your Skin Actually Needs
Hormonal skin craves calm, balance, and hydration. And you don’t need a 12-step routine to get there. Here are three simple, effective, and safe products we recommend for pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond:
1. Face Serums (Day + Night)
During hormonal shifts, your skin can swing from dry to oily and back again—sometimes in the same day. That’s why our Day Serum and Night Serum work together to deliver real hydration and gentle renewal.
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Day Serum is made with 2% hyaluronic acid to deeply hydrate without clogging pores. Lightweight, calming, and pregnancy-safe.
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Night Serum includes lactic acid—a gentle exfoliator that helps smooth texture and even tone without the irritation that comes with stronger acids.
Both are fragrance-free, non-toxic, and safe for sensitive skin—including during pregnancy.
2. Body Serum
Lotions don’t cut it when your skin is stretching, irritated, or dry. Our Body Serum is an oil-based alternative that absorbs quickly, deeply nourishes, and leaves your skin soft and smooth—not sticky.
It’s made with avocado oil, beeswax, coconut oil, and elderberry extract to calm, protect, and support the skin barrier—especially during times of major change.
Use it right after the shower on damp skin to lock in moisture and support elasticity.
3. Mama’s Bump Butter
This is the butter that moms fall in love with—and keep using long after the baby arrives.
Originally created to support growing bellies, Mama’s Bump Butter helps reduce itchiness, soothe irritation, and support skin as it stretches. Rich, creamy, and full of skin-calming ingredients, it’s a must-have during pregnancy—and a welcome addition postpartum, too.
Apply to your belly, hips, thighs, chest, or anywhere that feels tight or dry.
Your Skin Doesn’t Need More. It Needs Better.
Hormonal shifts can throw everything out of balance. That’s why this isn’t the time to overload your skin with actives, chase trends, or complicate your routine
What your skin actually needs is calm, consistent care—and ingredients it can trust.
We hand-select every ingredient and formulate every product in-house. No outsourcing, no filler, and no shortcuts. Every formula is tested for safety, microbial balance, and skin compatibility—because your health, your baby’s health, and your peace of mind are too important to gamble with.
Final Thoughts
Your body is going through a lot. And your skin is just trying to keep up.
Whether you're expecting, recovering, or just trying to feel like yourself again, your skincare routine should feel like a moment of relief—not another thing to worry about.
So skip the clutter. Trust your skin. And lean into care that’s made for this season of life—gentle, nourishing, and free from anything that doesn’t belong.