Lab Notes: Skincare, pregnancy and a minefield of mixed messages

Retinoids are big business for reducing wrinkles and treating acne — but there's conflicting advice on their safety for pregnant women.

Should manufacturers of these skincare products be providing warnings? Or are the risks not that great?

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Featuring:

• Caitlyn Davey, health reporter

Extra information:

Retinoids are booming in the beauty industry, but are they safe to use during pregnancy?

This episode of Lab Notes was produced on the lands of the Gadigal and Menang Noongar people.