https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Thu, 23 Apr 2026 01:42:52 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/chemicals-in-salons#post-29531 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 20:59:04 +0000 MsMini 29531@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I skipped any kinds of salon/spa treatments in the 1st trimester, just to be cautious. Otherwise, I am a dedicated Aveda customer, so I continue to get my regular treatments done at the Aveda salon/spa. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/chemicals-in-salons#post-29502 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 20:20:48 +0000 Kkuru 29502@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I've been wondering about this-nail salons in particular. I'm torn bc I need a mani badly! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/chemicals-in-salons#post-29436 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 17:25:49 +0000 twinmama 29436@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Thanks for the feedback, Mamas! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/chemicals-in-salons#post-28116 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 15:38:47 +0000 Rosie Girl 28116@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I didn't worry about it too much. I wasn't in there for an extremely long time, or even long enough to cause harm I don't think, and plus, salons are pretty ventilated. </p> <p>You have to think, the lady that does your hair or nails could get pregnant too, and she probably isn't going to quit her job because of it! I know my hair/pedicure lady didn't :)</p> <p>If you are really concerned, you could wear a little mask while getting your nails done. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/chemicals-in-salons#post-28062 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 14:21:43 +0000 heffalump 28062@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I also don't go, and didn't when I was preggo. The smells give me migraines, and especially when I'm pregnant I like to keep the migraines down so I can keep the amount of meds I take down.</p> <p>I just gave myself manicures, and but natural nail polish online called piggy paint so I knew it would be safe to use. And I'll be able to use it on my LO when she gets older. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/chemicals-in-salons#post-28059 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 14:13:52 +0000 Mrsbells 28059@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I personally havent been to that type of salon sinch I got pregnant. I know many people say it doesnt matter but I wanted to avoid certain harsh chemicals and dyes entirely </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/chemicals-in-salons#post-28055 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 14:07:26 +0000 twinmama 28055@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>One of the first things my mom and sister told me when I got pregnant was that I needed to keep taking care of myself - i.e. still get regular haircuts and pedicures. I totally love and agree with this idea.</p> <p>So my question is how did you make an effort to avoid the intense chemical smells that come along with the salons - like the chemicals used with hair dye and acrylic nails? Or did you even try to avoid them? </p> <p>I'm thinking of maybe going to an Aveda or some other kind of natural products salon during pregnancy. Or maybe trying to go first thing in the morning when there wouldn't be any/many other appointments. But I'm just not sure. I'm almost 7 weeks, so I'm trying to be especially careful in the first tri. </p>