Is Caffeine safe during pregnancy?
Common in eye creams and cellulite products. Absorption from skin is not well studied; daily caffeine limits in pregnancy apply to food and drink.
What the sources say
MotherToBaby says most experts suggest limiting caffeine to 200 mg or less per day in pregnancy and caffeine has not been shown to cause birth defects; while breastfeeding, a limit of about 300 mg/day has been suggested (MotherToBaby). Neither source addresses caffeine absorbed through skin, which is likely small for eye creams. Limit: normal cosmetic use; skip high-strength caffeine body treatments over large areas if you're near your daily limit.
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Sources
Last reviewed . This is general information, not medical advice. Ask your doctor or midwife about your own situation.