What's the deal with HIGHLIGHTING while pregnant?

[sewarsh]

I know dyeing your hair is not good, but what about highlighting?
I don't recall what the "rule" is on that.
Thanks.

[edurnemk]

My OB said it was OK, since the dye doesn't touch the scalp. I avoided it during the first trimester, but got my highlights touched up in the second trimester.

[3blackcats]

:yeahthat:

I was told once was ok, but don't make it a regular thing.

[Minnifer]

My OB said it was OK, since the dye doesn't touch the scalp. Yep, that's what I've heard and read everywhere. I also do it after the first trimester.

[s7714]

Not sure about the chemical issue, but my hairstylist recommended skipping my normal highlights just because my hair grows so fast while I'm pregnant. I have pixie short hair though, so a couple cuts and all my highlights are totally gone anyway.

[okinawama]

my midwife said it was fine, she didn't put any frequency limitations on it and I've done it through both pregnancies and enjoyed the pampering completely guilt free.

[scrooks]

My OB said it was OK, since the dye doesn't touch the scalp. I avoided it during the first trimester, but got my highlights touched up in the second trimester.
:yeahthat: Same here

[sewarsh]

Thanks girls - scheduled a cut & highlight for next week.

[nfowife]

I highlighted through all 3 pregnancies every 8 weeks and my OB/midwife was fine with it.

[janine]

Good to know. I colored before I knew I was pregnant :(, but now will wait until out of first tri (could get sketchy since I need the color!).

I'm in NYC and there is a salon that uses all natural products for pregnant ladies. Looks like I'll be making an appt when I can!