Pregnancy-Safe Skin Care Guidelines: Expert Consensus Recommendations

NCT07293793 | Enrolling By Invitation

• 1 other identifier: Pregnancy-Safe Skin Care-Venus
• Study Type: observational
• Target: 15
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

This research presents a comprehensive consensus on pregnancy skin care, synthesizing expert recommendations to ensure maternal skin health while prioritizing fetal safety. It outlines safe and effective skin care practices tailored to the physiological and hormonal changes during pregnancy. Key guidelines emphasize the use of gentle cleansing, adequate hydration, mineral-based sun protection, and the selection of dermatologically safe ingredients such as vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and azelaic acid. The consensus highlights the avoidance of potentially harmful substances including retinoids, high-dose salicylic acid, and certain chemical sunscreens. Additionally, the research provides clinical guidance on managing common pregnancy-related skin conditions and cautions against aggressive cosmetic procedures. The outcomes serve as a critical resource for dermatologists and healthcare providers to optimize skin care regimens during pregnancy, balancing efficacy with safety for both mother and child.

Conditions

Skin Care; Pregnancy; Dermocosmetics

Keywords

Consensus; Recommendations; Skin Care; Pregnancy

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Achievement of Expert Consensus on Pregnancy-Safe Skin Care Recommendations

  The primary outcome of this Delphi study was to establish consensus-based, evidence-aligned recommendations for safe skin care practices, cosmetic ingredients, and dermatologic treatments during pregnancy. Consensus was defined a priori as: ≥75% of experts scoring a statement 7-9 on a 9-point Likert scale (agreement), with a median score ≥7. This outcome reflects the degree to which experts converged on the safety categories, usage guidelines, and clinical management strategies for skin care in pregnant patients.

  6-12 weeks

Secondary Outcomes (1)

• Classification of Dermatologic Ingredients and Procedures According to Safety Profile

  6-12 weeks

Study Arms (1)

Expert Panel

A cohort of dermatology and aesthetic medicine experts from the MENA region participating in a Modified Delphi process to develop consensus recommendations on Skin Care dermo cosmetics in Pregnancy

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 25 Years+
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)
• Sampling Method: Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

e study population consisted of a multidisciplinary panel of experts selected to represent diverse clinical, academic, and regional perspectives relevant to dermatologic care during pregnancy to ensure comprehensive evaluation of skin care ingredient safety, therapeutic practices, and procedure-related considerations for pregnant women.

You may qualify if:

• Board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon OR physician practicing aesthetic medicine.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience.
• Practicing within Egypt or the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
• Willingness to participate in Delphi rounds and provide expert ratings.
• Ability to read and respond to surveys in English.

You may not qualify if:

• Inability or unwillingness to complete Delphi rounds.
• Lack of clinical experience with Pregnant ladies.
• Industry representatives without direct clinical practice.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Venus Research Center: lead

Study Sites (1)

Venus Research Center

Cairo, Egypt

Location

Study Design

• Study Type: observational
• Observational Model: OTHER
• Time Perspective: CROSS SECTIONAL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: SPONSOR

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: December 6, 2025
• First Posted: December 19, 2025
• Study Start: December 25, 2025
• Primary Completion (Estimated): September 1, 2026
• Study Completion (Estimated): December 1, 2026
• Last Updated: December 19, 2025

Record last verified: 2025-12

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share

Locations

EG (1)