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Is my skincare still safe during pregnancy?
02 Juli 2021 Lifestyle 3 comments

Which skincare and ingredients are safe to use during pregnancy? | Ask Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: THIS BLOG POST USES AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE IT. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER. So you are pregnant? Congrats! I bet you are excited and at least a little bit overwhelmed by all the things you have to think about now. Like, what skincare is safe to use during pregnancy? Which ingredients should better be avoided? And why on earth is your skin freaking out? We will talk about all that in today’s post. After all, the tiny human growing is – literally – attached to…

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18 Aug. 2016 Allgemein 70 comments

Hairloss after pregnancy – The nightmare continues

When the postpartum hairloss kicked in after my first child, I was completely freaking out. Never in my life had I lost so much hair, and I do shed quite a lot on a regular basis anyway.     Now, the second time around, I was prepared. But that didn’t help with the freaking out part, to be honest. The only thing that helped me staying calm(er) this time around is the things I have learned about hairloss after pregnancy. So here is a video, telling you all I know…

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26 Juni 2016 Allgemein 26 comments

Weight loss and body changes after pregnancy

There were many things I wanted to know when I got pregnant. I wanted to know if I would be a good mom. I wanted to know how my life was going to change. I wanted to know what labor would feel like. And, superficial woman that I am, I wanted to know how my body would change and how (and if) I would ever get back to my pre-baby body. Bounce back, as it is called these days.     Now, two pregnancies later, it is the question that always…

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22 Okt. 2015 Allgemein Comment

Pregnancy Skincare and my 20 weeks bump update

One of the most annoying things about being pregnant is that everyone feels entitled to tell you what you should or should not be doing. Some of the most bizarre things I was told throughout my first pregnancy was to stop riding a bike because it would instantly induce labour (I was week eleven) and to stop wearing my skull t-shirt because mothers should only wear symbols of love and flowers, otherwise the baby would be scared away. These things are easily identified as complete nonsense, but there are others…

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20 Sep. 2015 Allgemein Comment

Pregnancy Glow – Clinique Age Defense BB Cream

Have you ever heard about the „pregnancy glow“? That magical glow pregnant woman get, making their skin all radiant and their faces a pleasure to look at? People tell you your face will look plump and youthful, despite morning sickness and fatigue, despite insomnia and sugar cravings. Clinique Age Defense BB Cream SPF 30 in 02 Now I am calling all my fellow mommy bloggers out there: Was it true in your case? Because it damn sure isn’t true in mine! The one thing I can probably agree on is:…

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Doctor Anne holding her first born daughter
10 Sep. 2014 Lifestyle 6 comments

My pregnancy and delivery story – Once upon a time

I have tried to write about my pregnancy several times, thinking it would be a great kick-off to other posts about baby related things and mum life. Couldn’t be too difficult, writing down how I felt, changed and grew (in every sense) until I finally held my daughter in my arms. But every time I re-read what I had written, it just didn’t sound right. Boring, tedious, uneventful.     And as I read other pregnancy stories, listened to my girlfriends talking about their experiences, it suddenly occurred to me:…

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Hyperpigmentation treatment: laser vs skincare
13 März 2026 Skincare Comment

When does hyperpigmentation treatment move from skincare to laser? | Ask Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   Hyperpigmentation is one of the most common skin concerns I see people struggle with — and also one of the most confusing. Dark spots, melasma, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation or sun spots can be stubborn, slow to fade, and often seem to come back just when you thought you had them under control. If you have already tried different skincare products without seeing…

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A blonde woman looking sceptical at a picture of a salmon with the words "Salmon Sperm?" written next to her head
06 Dez. 2025 Skincare 1 comment

PDRN treatment for antiaging: The Salmon Sperm Facial explained! | Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   Is someone really injecting salmon sperm into their face? As odd as it may sound,  both yes — and no, not literally. The treatment often called a „salmon sperm facial“ refers to PDRN, or polydeoxyribonucleotide, a fragment of DNA extracted from fish sperm, typically from rainbow trout or chum salmon. Despite its slightly shocking nickname, this ingredient is highly processed and…

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18 Juli 2025 Hair Comment

The Truth About Minoxidil: Benefits, Side Effects, and Real Results After 6 Months | Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   Thinking about using Minoxidil for hair loss? Here’s what no one tells you: It only works for some—and how you apply it makes all the difference. In this blog post, I’ll break down who it’s right for, how to use it correctly, what kind of results you can realistically expect, and why as a pet owner, you might need some extra…

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Should you apply vaginal estrogen gel on your face?
13 Juni 2025 Skincare Comment

Vaginal Estrogen on the Face for Anti-Aging: A Risky Trend? | Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   You’ve probably heard the rumors: people using their prescribed vaginal estrogen cream… on their face. As strange as it sounds, this trend is all over social media, blogs, and Reddit — promising anti-aging benefits without the need for a separate prescription.     But is it really a good idea? Let’s break it down.      Why Would Anyone Use…

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