Patient's question:
Doctor, hello, I am currently breastfeeding and feel that I have become less attractive. Can I use cosmetics? Will it affect the baby?Doctor's answer:
It is not recommended to use cosmetics during breastfeeding because they often contain substances such as fragrances and dyes. Poor-quality cosmetics may even contain excessive amounts of mercury. If a breastfeeding mother frequently uses them, these substances can easily enter the bloodstream through the skin and then into the milk. If the baby consumes this milk, it may affect their normal growth and development or damage their liver and kidney function. Additionally, a baby's skin is very delicate, and prolonged close contact with the mother inevitably leads to exposure to cosmetics, which may result in skin allergies.