Baby oil - skin care and massage for child and parents

Find out more about our baby oil and why regular massage of your little one is so valuable in this article.

The new baby oil from junglück is one of five new products in our baby care range. That's why I would like to tell you a little more about this great product in this post today and explain exactly why the baby oil is so great and what we thought about it.

1. The ingredients and their effects
2. Application – More than just skin care
3. Baby massage – 4 valuable tips for preparation and implementation
4. Baby oil as care for adults
5. What else should I consider?

1. The ingredients and their effects

To begin with, I would like to discuss each ingredient individually to give you an overview of what is in our baby oil and, above all, why! Of course, the oil is perfume and palm oil free and 100% plant-based. It therefore contains no mineral oils or anything similar. It also has a very high organic content of 99.7%.

• Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil – Sweet Almond Oil (organic)
• Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil – Apricot kernel oil (organic)
• Oenothera Biennis Oil – Evening Primrose Oil (organic)
• Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil – Sesame oil (organic)
• Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil – Jojoba Oil (organic)
• Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract – Calendula extract (organic)
• Tocopherol – Vitamin E
• Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil – Sunflower Oil

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil – Sweet Almond Oil (organic)

The basis of our baby oil is a high-quality organic sweet almond oil. It is particularly important to us that it is a very well-tolerated and rich oil that has been tried and tested in baby care and is also well tolerated by sensitive baby skin.

Our almond oil is obtained by mechanical cold pressing from the ripe, shell-free seeds of the sweet almond. The almonds come from controlled organic cultivation in Spain and Italy.

In general, sweet almond oil is very rich in oleic acid and linoleic acid and is therefore ideal for skin care. It penetrates the skin well and moisturizes it. It can soothe irritations and smoothes rough and flaky areas. Since it warms up very well in the hands, it is also ideal for massage.

Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil – Apricot kernel oil (organic)

The cold-pressed organic apricot kernel oil is also rich in unsaturated fatty acids. The oleic acid it contains is particularly valuable for skin care, as our body cannot produce it itself. It helps the skin to retain moisture better and thus protects delicate and thin baby skin from drying out.

Oenothera Biennis Oil – Evening Primrose Oil (organic)

Evening primrose oil is extracted from the tiny black seeds of the evening primrose (Oenothera biennis) and is characterized by a high proportion (approx. 88%) of essential fatty acids (including linoleic and gamma-linolenic acids). Essential fatty acids are important building blocks for the synthesis of phospholipids, from which the membranes of skin cells are formed. Studies have shown that linoleic and gamma-linolenic acid are incorporated into the lipid structures of the skin when applied topically and regenerate it. Particularly sensitive baby skin or skin prone to neurodermatitis can benefit from the power of nature here.

Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil – Sesame oil (organic)

Sesame oil is extracted from the ripe seeds of Sesamum indicum L. By pressing and then refining, we obtain a rich and fatty oil. It also prevents the skin from drying out and makes it supple. But especially because sesame oil has a long tradition as a massage oil in Ayurvedic medicine, among other things, we have integrated it into our baby oil. We don't want to miss out on the positive effects of what is probably the oldest oil plant in the world!

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil – Jojoba Oil (organic)

Chemically speaking, jojoba oil is actually a liquid wax that is extracted from the seeds of a desert plant (Simmondsia chinensis) by cold pressing. The jojoba bushes come from organic farming. Jojoba oil is rich in vitamin E, is easily absorbed into the skin and is also very well tolerated. Ideal for baby skin!

You can find out more about jojoba oil here: WHICH YOUNG LUCK OIL IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract – Calendula extract

This is a waxy extract produced by CO2 extraction from the organic flowers of the marigold (Calendula officinalis).

The secondary plant substances contained, eg flavonoids, have a pronounced anti-inflammatory effect. The extract also contains phytosterols, carotenoids and cuticular waxes. Thanks to its unique composition, marigold extract promotes wound healing, has an antioxidant and soothing effect on the skin. The extract is therefore very effective in the care of dry, rough and flaky skin. In baby care products, calendula extract protects the skin from becoming sore, even in the diaper area.

Tocopherol – Vitamin E

Vitamin E, also known as tocopherol, is a yellowish, fat-soluble vitamin that is particularly abundant in cereal germ oils (e.g. wheat germ and corn germ oil). Vitamin E protects vegetable oils and fats from being destroyed by oxygen (oxidation). In cosmetics, vitamin E is usually used in the form of its stable esters. Depending on the concentration used, vitamin E acetate protects the skin from the negative effects of free radicals, moisturizes the skin and smoothes the skin's texture.

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil – Sunflower Oil

In our case, the sunflower oil only serves as a carrier oil for the fat-soluble vitamin E!
It is therefore only present in small quantities in our baby oil. However, it is also a very well-tolerated and soothing oil, which is often used as a carrier oil in cosmetics due to its neutral smell.

2. Application – More than just skin care

Our baby oil can be used for various purposes. Of course, it cares for the skin of both children and adults. The oil is also ideal for dry and sensitive adult skin. But it can do more than that. For example, it is suitable for cleaning the diaper area of ​​babies and small children because it is so gentle and mild, does not irritate the skin and, unlike drying surfactants, also supplies the skin with nutrients.

It also offers a wonderful opportunity for a bonding massage for your baby. But even for older children, spending time together can strengthen the relationship between parents and children.

3. Baby massage – 4 valuable tips for preparation and implementation

In the first few weeks after birth, babies experience their surroundings primarily through touch. Physical proximity to mother and father is essential for the child's good development. It is therefore all the more wonderful to give the little rascal a pampering massage from head to toe every now and then and thus strengthen the bond.

It is a wonderful way to welcome the new family member into the world and give him or her your undivided attention.

These moments not only help the baby to feel and understand its own body, they also help the parents to get to know their child better and to be able to sense its needs. They also serve to calm and relax everyone involved and allow the little one to process all impressions and build self-confidence in a pleasant atmosphere.

The gentle massage movements stimulate blood circulation in the skin and help to distribute nutrients well, which in turn promotes development. In addition, digestive problems such as cramps, stomach aches and constipation can be alleviated. A lovely ritual for the whole family.

4. Valuable tips for preparation and implementation – How to make the time together something very special

When? – The right time

Up until the 8th week of life, you should give gentle strokes. From the 8th week onwards, you can then move on to a light massage.
Find the right time so that the time spent together is enjoyable and relaxing for everyone involved. Your baby should be full, but their tummy shouldn't be too full either. About 30 minutes after the last meal is often ideal. Of course, it's also important that the child isn't too tired and wants a massage. You'll quickly develop a feeling for when a massage is appropriate and when it just isn't a good time. And of course you don't have to feel obligated to do it. It's important that you want to do it and that you can and want to take the time for it. Don't rush it.

Where? – The right environment and temperature

Lay your baby on a soft, comfortable surface and only undress the areas you want to massage. If you want to give the baby a full-body massage, make sure the room temperature is around 25 degrees. This will protect the little body from hypothermia and create a comfortable atmosphere.

How? – The right movements

You will probably instinctively make gentle, light movements and this is good, especially with the little ones. Watch your child, always maintain eye contact and see what he/she likes and where he/she can relax. It is important not to force anything and always to look after the well-being of everyone involved. Don't be afraid to really touch and hold your baby, it won't break! :)

Warm your hands slightly beforehand by rubbing them together and use a massage oil to allow your hands to glide over the skin without resistance.

The best way to massage your stomach is with circular movements in a clockwise direction. This way, air bubbles can be easily massaged away following the course of the intestines and can provide relief from flatulence, for example. This massage can be wonderfully extended to the chest area.

The arms and legs can be easily kneaded between the hands using opposing movements. You can stroke the feet and hands with your thumb from the middle to the individual fingers and toes.

Of course, there are many other ways and variations of how you can pamper your baby with a massage. I recommend talking to your midwife or maybe even attending a baby massage course.

How long? – The right duration

At the beginning, in the first few days after birth, it is best to keep the massage short. Five minutes of stroking feet or hands is often enough, as the baby is still very busy processing all the impressions of the birth and the new life, and a massage that is too long and intense can overwhelm your child. Later on, an extensive massage can take up to 20 minutes, depending on the needs of everyone involved.

5. Baby oil as care for adults

By the way, baby oil is also ideal for caring for adult skin. The valuable nutrients contained in the various components provide your skin with richness right down to the core.

And this is how you can apply it to yourself:

• For extensive body care after showering
• For pleasant massages that you either give yourself or that you let someone else pamper you with
• As a bath additive for a smooth skin experience
• As a rich addition to your body lotion or baby lotion : Mix a few drops of baby oil into the body lotion in your hand and massage the mixture in gently.
• As an intensive hand mask: Pamper your hands with the intensive oil, especially in winter. Spread it generously between your hands and put on cotton gloves to let it work overnight.

Whether it's summer or winter, baby oil is a real all-rounder that keeps your skin supple and well moisturized. And we love it when products are so versatile. It's basically an oil for the whole family!

6. What else should I consider?

I would also like to say that you should not only use oils to care for your baby's skin, and indeed your own skin. A skincare routine that only consists of oils can dry out the skin over time. This is due to the fact that like dissolves in like and so the oil can dissolve important lipids and other fat-soluble components from the skin over time.

So when caring for your child, make sure to use other ingredients from time to time. Aloe vera and glycerin can be a good addition here. But of course, supplying the skin with great plant oils is a long-standing tradition and has proven itself time and again in baby care. So enjoy the time you spend with your baby and use the power of nature to make you and your little one feel good!

If you have any suggestions or questions, please send me an email or leave a comment. I look forward to hearing from you!

Take care