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Pregnancy skin is different.

Pregnancy skin is different. Not every oil worked for me.

During pregnancy, what bothered me most wasn’t just stretch marks —

it was how tight, dry, and uncomfortable my skin started to feel as my belly grew.

I tried four popular oils and used each one long enough to notice the difference.

No.1 — ClearZal Scar Stretch Restore

This was the only one I could use every single day.

Lightweight, fast-absorbing, and comfortable under clothes.

My skin felt softer and more flexible, not just oily on the surface.

No.2 — Bio-Oil

Very moisturizing at first, but it started to feel too heavy as my belly grew.

Took a long time to absorb, so I mostly used it at night.

No.3 — Weleda

Great for massage, but harder to keep up with every day.

Absorbs slowly and works better when you have time.

No.4 — Palmer’s

Comforting and affordable, but more basic than supportive.

Helped with dryness, but not much with stretching skin.

After trying all four,the one I could use daily without feeling heavy ended up working best for me.

#pregnancy #pregnancyskincare #pregnancybody #stretchmarks #clearzalscarstretchrestore

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