Meet bunnyroo

Mom -to- Mom Skincare

At bunnyroo, we are dedicated to bringing you the best in natural skincare. As a family-owned business founded and directed by a scientist and mom, we understand the importance of safe, effective, and thoughtfully formulated products. 

         

Within weeks after giving birth, our founder made the pivotal decision to start bunnyroo, driven by a desire to share the products she relied on during her own pregnancy and postpartum journey with other mothers.

 

Who We Are: A family-owned and operated company.

Founder: Our founder is a PhD mom with a BSc in Chemical Engineering and a PhD in Biomedical Engineering.

About the Team: While I have the expertise to understand efficacy and safety, it was through close collaboration with my family that we turned this knowledge into effective lotions and serums. Supported by a community of scientists, moms, artists, and small-business owners, we’ve transformed bunnyroo from a concept into a trusted brand accessible to other mothers.

 

Our focus: Natural skincare throughout your entire motherhood journey

Our focus is on addressing the skincare needs of expecting parents through all stages of pregnancy, birth, postpartum recovery, and beyond. bunnyroo's thoughtful formulations are a testament to our dedication to your well-being offering clean, safe, effective products that is trusted by experts and expecting parents alike.

 

Why: Comprehensive coverage for pregnancy needs with safe, low-to-no scent formulations that prioritize both your well-being and your baby

Pregnancy brings unique challenges for the skin, including hormonal changes, stretching, and increased sensitivity. Our products are thoughtfully crafted to address these changes, targeting a range of skin concerns throughout your parenthood journey. Designed to soothe, support, and nourish, they provide the hydration your skin needs to feel more comfortable and confident. With either no scent or natural fragrances, every product is carefully formulated for safety—especially during pregnancy. As a certified expert in selecting safe scents, the founder ensures that each ingredient, including those for fragrance, is chosen with both efficacy and your well-being in mind.

 

How: Careful prioritization 

1. Safety First: When formulating or selecting lotions for use during pregnancy, it's crucial to exercise heightened caution due to the potential for certain ingredients to affect both the mother and the developing fetus. Ingredients like retinoids (i.e. Vitamin A) are known for their skin-renewing properties, but their safety during pregnancy is a subject of concern. High concentrations of retinoids have been associated with potential risks when ingested, and there is ongoing debate about their topical application. Even natural sources of retinoids, like rosehip, might contain active compounds that could potentially penetrate the skin barrier and cross the placental barrier.

While not all natural ingredients are automatically safe, the lack of extensive, conclusive testing on many natural and synthetic skincare ingredients during pregnancy means that their effects remain uncertain. Consequently, any component, whether synthetic or naturally derived, that has not been rigorously tested for safety should be used with caution or avoided altogether.

The potential risks of these ingredients underline the importance of choosing products specifically designed for use during pregnancy, which are formulated to minimize exposure to potentially harmful substances.

2. Embrace Natural Ingredients: Prioritize products that include natural ingredients known for their healing and beneficial properties, especially during this transformative time. While our water-based products contain a small, carefully selected amount of preservative, this choice is made with your safety in mind.

  • Why Preservatives Matter: Mold and bacteria thrive in moist environments, such as your bathroom, and can be harmful to both you and your baby. A small, highly-tested amount of preservative effectively prevents these dangers.
  • Choosing the Right Preservative: We opt for preservatives with extensive testing, international approval, and widespread usage. These factors provide a higher level of safety compared to newer, less-tested alternatives that may appear safer simply due to limited data.

3. Comprehensive Care: Our product range supports you throughout your entire motherhood journey. From lighter coverage products to richer butters and soaks, our offerings are designed to provide hydration, relaxation, and overall well-being, addressing both mind and body during this intense period of your life.

 

 

Creating a maternity skincare product is about more than just providing physical nourishment—it's about offering support during one of the most transformative and sensitive periods in a women's life.