accordingtoapril's 🤰🏾 Skin care Collection on LTK

🤰🏾 Skin care

By accordingtoapril

If you are pregnant and looking for an easy way to keep your glow up intact, this collection is that

Pregnant at 40 and couldn't use retinol anymore? Same 🥳
I knew I couldn't use my regular retinol products once I found out I was pregnant, and I needed an alternative that could still address lines and texture.
But here's what nobody tells you:
Not every retinol swap on the market is actually pregnancy-safe.
This one is built around Japanese silk extract instead of an active ingredient.
It's a splurge, but I've never had a single breakout layering it under everything else in my routine.
This is for my older moms who want real skincare results without the guesswork.

#LTKBump #LTKBeauty #LTKBaby

Why is everyone switching to Black Girl Sunscreen right now? 🧴
Once I got pregnant, melasma and dark spots became a real concern, so daily SPF stopped being optional for me.
But here's what nobody tells you:
The mineral sunscreens that claim to be "gentle" are usually the ones leaving that white cast.
I've never had this come off or rub away, even with makeup on top.
It doesn't feel heavy, and there's no fragrance to trigger sensitivity.
This is for anyone with melanated skin who feels like sunscreen just isn't made for them.

#LTKBump #LTKBeauty #LTKselfcare

I'm 23 weeks pregnant, and my skin has never been this itchy, that's a new milestone! 🤰🏾

7️⃣ years ago, during my first pregnancy, I don't even remember dealing with this. This time, I finally cracked the code with a routine that keeps the itch at bay.

Want to know my secret? 👂🏾
🤰🏾Every pregnancy is totally unique, your skin can react differently each time.
🧴Scratching might feel good short-term, but it only makes the dryness and itchiness worse in the long run.
🥳The real solution? A consistent routine tailored to you.

I'll show you exactly what I use and how I do it.

#LTKBump #LTKBeauty #LTKmomlife

I ranked the 4 body oils I’ve actually used this pregnancy 🥳

Bio-Oil, Vaseline Aloe Oil, Palmer’s Cocoa Butter, African Pride — I’m currently using all four, and the results were not what I expected.

But here’s what nobody tells you:
My “expensive feeling” pick, Palmer’s, has actually been too drying for my skin.
Vaseline Aloe Oil quietly became my everyday #2 — it’s affordable, and it works.
African Pride is the most intense formula, but it’s strictly an emergency-only product for me.

If your skin needs fast absorption with zero grease, Bio-Oil is the one.

#LTKBump #LTKBeauty #LTKmorningroutine

Let me show you exactly how much Bio-Oil you actually need🧴

I put a small amount on my hand so you can see the real coverage, because this is genuinely one of the most talked-about products in the pregnancy skincare space right now.

But here’s what nobody tells you:
🤏🏾A little goes a long way, this is not a product you need to overuse.
👃🏾The scent is light, which makes it easy to use daily without it being overwhelming.
📸It’s known specifically for scar and stretch mark prevention, not just general hydration.

I’ve seen celebrities and other influencers use this consistently, and now I understand why.

#LTKmomlife #LTKBump #LTKBeauty

My real daily body oil rotation during pregnancy 🧴

I don’t use just one oil; I use three, depending on the day and what my skin actually needs.

But here’s what nobody tells you:
🟠Bio-Oil is my everyday favorite — after every shower, before bed, always.
🟢Vaseline is my backup for the really itchy days, or when a too-hot shower leaves my skin extra dry.
⚪️Palmer’s is for when I need something fast that I know I’ll reapply multiple times throughout the day.

It’s not about picking a favorite and sticking with it! it’s about matching the product to what your skin needs that day.

#LTKBump #LTKPetite #LTKselfcare

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