Pregnancy safe beauty products can be super difficult and confusing. I have an entire guide devoted to what products are safe to use while pregnant including information on what ingredients to avoid while pregnant and a huge list of pregnancy safe skincare products.
Here you’ll find pregnancy safe products from MERIT Beauty as of 4/3/2023. If it is not safe, I’ll tell you why. All of the products meet my pregnancy safe criteria. Note I will link to every product directly to avoid confusion. You’ll know exactly which product I mean.
Pregnancy and Nursing Safe Products from MERIT Beauty
• Bronze Balm Sheer Sculpting Bronzer (at Sephora)
• Day Glow Highlighting Balm (at Sephora)
• Flush Balm Cream Blush (at Sephora)
• Great Skin Instant Glow Serum (at Sephora)
• Great Skin Moisturizer Priming Moisturizer (at Sephora)
• Shade Slick Gelée Sheer Tinted Lip Oil (at Sephora)
• Shade Slick Tinted Lip Oil (at Sephora)
• Signature Lip Lightweight Lipstick (at Sephora)
• The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick (at Sephora)
Not Safe for Pregnancy, Ok for Nursing
• None
Not Safe for Pregnancy or Nursing
• None
I’m a doctor, a mommy and a bit of a beauty addict. If you let me, I can take 2 hours to get ready in the morning. Really. I'm on a quest for faster beauty that works!
Thank you for reviewing these! I’ve been curious. 🙂
Safe for nursing?
Great Skin (ingredient list appears to differ from the comment above also asking about it….)
Water, Propanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isononyl Isononanoate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Extract, Tocopherol, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Dextrin, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Safe for pregnancy and nursing
Thanks for all the work you do! Any thoughts on merit’s new lipstick – https://www.sephora.com/product/merit-signature-lip-lightweight-lipstick-P481403?skuId=2512739
As mentioned in the post, I need a full ingredient list to review your product as I’ve reviewed all of the ones I have access to. More info here: why I need an ingredient list to comment on product safety. Note, I do not follow links from readers, I need the actual list. I have people attempting to hack me through links nearly daily. Thanks!
Got it! Sorry I missed that & thanks. Here’s the list if you have time —
Squalane and Sunflower Seed Oil: Lock in long-lasting moisture.
-Papaya Fruit Extract: Soothes lips.
-Raspberry Oil: Moisturizes and adds a soft aroma.
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Isostearyl Isostearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Tribehenin, C10-18 Triglycerides, Polyethylene, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Helianthus Annuus Seed Cera [Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax], Copernicia Cerifera Cera [(Carnauba) Wax], Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Tocopherol, Beta-Sitosterol, Squalene, Phenoxyethanol, Tropolone, Aroma (Flavor). May Contain (+/-): CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), CI 77492 (Iron Oxides), CI 77499 (Iron Oxides), CI 77742 (Manganese Violet), CI 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), CI 19140 (Yellow 5 Lake), CI 15850 (Red 7 Lake), CI 15850 (Red 6)
Looks fine for pregnancy and nursing 🙂
Hello! Wondering about the merit great skin instant glow
Thanks!!
Hyaluronic Acid: Targets multiple layers of skin to lock in hydration for all day moisture.
-Niacinamide: Helps to visibly brighten skin and refines texture for a smooth, visibly glowing complexion.
-Cacao Seed Extract: Caffeine-rich antioxidant helps to stimulate blood flow for a plump effect.
Water, Propanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isononyl Isononanoate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Extract, Tocopherol, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Dextrin, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate.
Safe for pregnancy and nursing
Hi there, I was wondering if the Merit mascara is safe for pregnancy and breastfeeding?
Here are the ingredients:
Water, Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer, Acrylates Copolymer, Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran Wax, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Stearyl Esters, Stearic Acid, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Acacia Senegal Gum, PVP (Polyvinylpyrrolidone), Tromethamine, Glycerin, Alcohol, Steareth-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Simethicone, Steareth-2, Phenoxyethanol, Panthenol, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ethyl Hexanediol, Sodium Benzoate, Benzyl Alcohol.
Thank you!
This is a mascara, which you don’t need to worry about and therefore I do not review. Please refer to this post: Pregnancy Safe Makeup Post.
Hello! It appears that they’ve updated the “Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick.” Could you please advise if this new product is safe for pregnancy and/or nursing?
Here are the ingredients: Hydrogenated Polydecene, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Octyldodecanol, Silica, Polyethylene, Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Cera Carnauba (Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Cire de Carnauba), Synthetic Wax, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Cera Microcristallina (Microcrystalline Wax, Cire Microcristalline), Sorbitan Isostearate, Pancratium Maritimum Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Dimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Propylene Carbonate, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Glycerin, Aqua (Water, Eau), Mica, BHT, CI 77491/77492/77499 (Iron Oxides), CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide).
Thank you so much!
Safe for pregnancy and nursing
Hello Doc!
I was wondering if this product from Merit is pregnancy and breastfeeding safe. Thank you!!
Merit
Bronze Balm Sheer Sculpting Bronzer
Full ingredients
-Microfine Pigments, Fatty Acids, Octy|dodecyl Myristate, Isononyl Isononanoate,
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Synthetic Wax,
Disostearyl Malate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Silica, Bis-DiglycerylPolyacyladipate-2, Diisostearoyl
Polyglyceryl-3 Dimer Dilinoleate, Caprylic/Capric
Glycerides, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-2
Triisostearate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Microcrystalline
Wax, Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer, Lecithin,
Methicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Aluminum
Hydroxide, Water, BHT. May Contain (+/-): Titanium
Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxide Yellow (CI 77492), Iron
Oxide Red (CI 77491), Iron Oxide Black (CI 77499).
Safe for pregnancy and nursing
Hi Doctor,
MERIT GREAT SKIN
Hydrogenated Polydecene, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Octyldodecanol, Silica, Polyethylene, Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Cera Carnauba (Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Cire de Carnauba), Synthetic Wax, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Cera Microcristallina (Microcrystalline Wax, Cire Microcristalline), Sorbitan Isostearate, Pancratium Maritimum Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Dimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Propylene Carbonate, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Glycerin, Aqua (Water, Eau), Mica, BHT, CI 77491/77492/77499 (Iron Oxides), CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide)
Looks fine for pregnancy and nursing
Hello! I love LOVE your blog, I used you as my reference for my first pregnancy!
I wanted to ask about the Merit Beauty ‘Great Skin Instant Glow Serum’, below are the ingredients:
Water, Propanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isononyl Isononanoate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Extract, Tocopherol, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Dextrin, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate.
Is this pregnancy safe? Thank you!!!
It’s fine for pregnancy and nursing 🙂
I’m wondering about the Merit Great Skin Instant Glow serum as well, a quick webmd search told me one of the touted ingredients Goldthread is LIKELY UNSAFE during pregnancy. It contains a chemical called berberine that is thought to cross the placenta and may cause harm to the developing child. Brain damage due to too much bilirubin has developed in newborn infants exposed to berberine.
Wondering about your take on this?
It’s not something that’s thought to be absorbed across the skin, so therefore isn’t available to cross the placenta.
My list of ingredients that I screen out is very conservative (I don’t read WebMD as it isn’t a primary source, I look at the actual studies and also discuss with other physicians) and it’s here: skincare ingredients to avoid during pregnancy
Hi! I’ve been using the Merit Beauty Great Skin Glow Serum and wanted to know if it was safe to continue using during pregnancy.
As mentioned in the post, I need a full ingredient list to review your product as I’ve reviewed all of the ones I have access to. More info here: why I need an ingredient list to comment on product safety. Note, I do not follow links from readers, I need the actual list. Thanks!
Hi! Is this safe for pregnancy/nursing?
Signature Lip Lightweight Matte Lipstick
Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Synthetic Wax, Calcium Carbonate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Olive Oil, Kaolin, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Silica, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil Unsaponifiables, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Extract, Tocopherol, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Propylene Carbonate, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, (+/-): Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Red 7 Lake (CI 15850), Red 27 Lake (CI 45410), Red 30 Lake (CI 73360), Red 6 Lake (CI 15850), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140), Yellow 6 Lake (CI 15985), Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090).
Safe for pregnancy and nursing
Hi! Would love to know if the fact that the MERIT GREAT SKIN contains caffeine rich cacao seed extract makes it safe for pregnancy? I know some creams with caffeine aren’t recommended for pregnancy. What about this one? Thank you!
Topical caffeine pretty much only stays local. You can also have up to 1 cup (~35 mg) a day of coffee/caffeine, which is a LOT more than creams.
Merit great skin priming moisturizer:
Water (Aqua/Eau), Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Butter, Squalane, Propanediol, C12-16 Alcohols, Stearic Acid, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract, Hydrolyzed Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sclerotium Gum, Palmitic Acid, Polyacrylate-13, Hydrogenated Lecithin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Lysolecithin, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Pullulan, Xanthan Gum, Arginine, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Silica, Tocopherol, Caramel.
Looks ok for pregnancy and nursing
Hi! Do you happen to know if their new moisturizer, the Great Skin Priming And Firming Moisturizer With Peptides And Hyaluronic Acid, is also pregnancy safe?
Water (Aqua/Eau), Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Butter, Squalane, Propanediol, C12-16 Alcohols, Stearic Acid, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract, Hydrolyzed Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sclerotium Gum, Palmitic Acid, Polyacrylate-13, Hydrogenated Lecithin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Lysolecithin, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Pullulan, Xanthan Gum, Arginine, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Silica, Tocopherol, Caramel.
Safe for pregnancy and nursing
Thank you so very much!! Have a great weekend!
Hi. May I ask if this is safe for pregnancy?
Great Skin Priming And Firming Moisturizer With Peptides And Hyaluronic Acid
Ingredients:
Great Skin ™ Complex: Contains peptides, spermidine, and barrier polysaccharides to support skin’s elasticity, firmness, and tone.
-Oat Extract and Glycerin: Soothe and moisturize skin.
-Hyaluronic Acid: Provides penetrating hydration.
Water (Aqua/Eau), Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Butter, Squalane, Propanediol, C12-16 Alcohols, Stearic Acid, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract, Hydrolyzed Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sclerotium Gum, Palmitic Acid, Polyacrylate-13, Hydrogenated Lecithin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Lysolecithin, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Pullulan, Xanthan Gum, Arginine, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Silica, Tocopherol, Caramel.
Thank you!
Safe for pregnancy and nursing 🙂