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Q: Nails & Hair While Preg. Can Ya Do It??

asked by: KrysS on February 2nd, 2006

Experienced User

I've got just a quick question for everyone... Im almost 11 weeks pregnant, and one to keep my nails done and my hair highlighted. I spoke w/my dr about the risks of having my hair nails done and they said I needed to wait till after the first trimester was over and if I did do it, to do it in well ventlated areas. I know the fumes are harmfull with having your figernails done, but with hair are you more at risk because its your hair and its going into your body?? Im just curious and wonder what everyone else done while they are/were pregnant. Its not a big deal for me to let it go, im just curious.

Thanks e'body~*
kryss

Replies(8)

Angelfanmom

replied on February 2nd, 2006

Experienced User

My doctor told me it was fine to dye my hair

kirztensmummy

replied on February 2nd, 2006

Experienced User

Yep its fine as soon as do it professionally i.E. Hairdressers
coz the hair dyes that are for home applications are a lot stronger. At least with professional help they could just apply the appropriate amount that you need.
As per nails I prefer doing it indoors (not that I can reach it anymore) lol coz its safer and hygienic using ur own nail stuff.
As they say just dont over do
good luck!

JenWild

replied on February 2nd, 2006

New User

I wouldn't go into a nail salon while pregnant. Those fumes are absolutely awful. If I were you, i'd avoid it. I do my own nails but the fumes are nothing like salons.

kirztensmummy

replied on February 2nd, 2006

Experienced User

jenwild wrote:

i wouldn't go into a nail salon while pregnant. Those fumes are absolutely awful. If I were you, i'd avoid it. I do my own nails but the fumes are nothing like salons.

yep nail acrylics in salons are too strong

acoles70

replied on February 2nd, 2006

Experienced User

I have heard not to do either. I am letting my hair and nails go.
Ashlee

Lilypad

replied on February 3rd, 2006

Extremely eHealthy

I think its okay to dye your hair.

KrysS

replied on February 3rd, 2006

Experienced User

Thanks Guys

Hey guys, I just wanted everyones opinion on what they were doing. I appreciate the help guys!*~ I dont think im going to bother with it for a while, if any at all.
Thanx :)
kryss

~*~Jillian~*~

replied on February 3rd, 2006

Extremely eHealthy

Well I asked my doctor while I was pregnant about the two ..She told me no to getting my nails done..The odor is to strong and bad for the development of the babys lungs..And as for hair she said its alright after 3 months ..But in a well venalated area..But some doctors are different but I just went by what mine said :wink:

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