Active Ingredients:
- Hyaluronic Acid: A naturally occurring substance in the skin that attracts and retains moisture, helping to keep the skin hydrated.
- Vitamin B5 (Panthenol): A provitamin with potential skin-soothing properties.
Other Ingredients:
- Aqua (Water): The base ingredient in the product.
- Sodium Hyaluronate: A form of hyaluronic acid for hydration.
- Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer: A modified form of hyaluronic acid for enhanced hydration.
- Panthenol: Mentioned above as an active ingredient.
- Ahnfeltia Concinna Extract: An algae extract used for its potential skin-conditioning properties.
- Glycerin: A humectant that attracts moisture to the skin.
- Pentylene Glycol: A humectant and skin-conditioning agent.
- Propanediol: A solvent and texture enhancer.
- Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6: A polymer used as a thickener and texture enhancer.
- PPG-26-Buteth-26: An emulsifying agent.
- PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil: An emulsifying agent.
- Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate: A chelating agent to maintain product stability.
- Citric Acid: A pH adjuster.
- Ethylhexylglycerin: A conditioning and preservative-enhancing agent.
- Phenoxyethanol: A preservative.
- Chlorphenesin: A preservative.
The ingredients in The Ordinary Hydrators and Oils Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 are generally considered safe for topical use during pregnancy. Both hyaluronic acid and vitamin B5 are commonly used in skincare products and are unlikely to pose significant risks when applied to the skin.
Hyaluronic acid is a natural component of the skin and is also found in various tissues in the body. Vitamin B5 (Panthenol) is a provitamin that is often used for its soothing and moisturizing properties.
As always, if you have specific concerns about using skincare products during pregnancy, it’s a good idea to consult with your healthcare provider. They can provide personalized advice based on your medical history and individual needs.