Pregnant Chanel Iman's Ultimate Skincare Guide: Conquering Skin Changes During Her Daughters' Eczema Struggles

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Chanel Iman’s skin awareness is at an all-time high. 

The 32-year-old supermodel, who is pregnant for the third time, is experiencing significant changes in her skin during this pregnancy. Iman, while promoting Aveeno's SkinVisibility program, which aims to address skin health disparities affecting Black women and women of color, revealed that her skin has become more sensitive as she gets older. As an ambassador for the project, Iman expressed her gratitude towards Aveeno for making her life easier.

Iman stated, "Out of nowhere, I developed dry skin that is itchy. My eyes feel uncomfortable, and my overall skin has transformed. Additionally, both of my daughters have been diagnosed with eczema." (Iman has two daughters, Cali and Cassie, aged 4 and 3 respectively, with her former husband Sterling Shepard. They separated in June 2021 and finalized their divorce in May. Iman is currently expecting her first child with her fiancé Davon Godchaux.)

“My oldest outgrew this problem, but my youngest still faces difficulties, and using Aveeno products has truly relieved my worries,” Iman expressed. “The condition has worsened for [Cassie] to the extent that she is unable to participate in everyday activities like going to the beach. Her sleep is often disturbed due to the constant irritation of her skin throughout the night.” (Aveeno research and development scientist Jipsha Thakar informed Us that eczema can manifest at any age and might also be triggered by specific foods.)

Iman claimed that she has observed a difference, attributing it to Aveeno Baby Eczema Therapy Nighttime Balm. This product contains oat oil and aims to offer lasting relief and soothe affected areas. She stated that the nighttime balm greatly improves her child's comfort.

Iman shared that during her pregnancy, she has experienced patchiness on her skin. To combat this, she relies on Aveeno's Tone + Texture Daily Renewing Lotion to hydrate her dry areas. Iman incorporates this lotion into her daily routine, using it in the morning, throughout the day, and before bed. Despite taking multiple showers each day, Iman ensures to apply the lotion afterwards. The Tone + Texture formula not only moisturizes but also exfoliates, promoting smooth and even skin tone. Iman emphasizes that consistency is the key to achieving results for herself and her daughters.

She suggested that her current skin issues and challenges with her third pregnancy might be attributed to her lack of consistent skincare during her previous pregnancies, thereby encouraging expectant mothers to take prompt action upon observing any changes in their skin.