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Beauty Benefits of Baby Oil

By Tara Hari

Baby oil is used on infants to maintain their soft skin. But nowhere does it say that its use is restricted only to babies. Since it is mild and has very few chemicals, it is much better than the cosmetics made for adults. Baby oil has numerous uses, including softening skin and removing makeup without causing damage to the skin. Baby oil is also an excellent lubricant, and can be used if your ring gets stuck on your finger. It is also very effective in removing latex paint from your skin.

Beauty Benefits of Baby Oil

Baby oil is a very versatile item to have and it is also advisable to keep a bottle of it in your bathroom shelf. Some of the ways in which baby oil can be incorporated in your beauty regimes to attain its numerous benefits are given below.

Moisturiser

Baby oil acts as an excellent moisturiser, leaving the skin soft and smooth. It is especially effective in winter when the skin becomes dry and cracked. The best time to apply baby oil on your body to keep it moisturised is right before taking bath.

Makeup Removal

Baby oil can be used to remove makeup without damaging the skin, as it does not clog pores. Take a cotton ball and pour some baby oil on it. Dab your face to remove all traces of the makeup. Rinse your face after all the makeup is removed and pat it dry with a towel.

Massage Oil

Since baby oil is an excellent lubricant, so it is perfect to use as a massage oil. It reduces the friction between your skin and your hands. It will also make the skin of your body soft and supple.

Shaving

The beauty benefits of baby oil are not restricted to the skin. It can be used for shaving as it smoothens the hair on your legs, arms or beard, making it easier to shave. It is very easy to use, as all you have to do is rub it on the patch of skin you want to shave. It leaves the skin smooth after shaving and prevents razor burn.

Bath Oil

Baby oil works as an excellent bath oil. You can add a few drops of your favourite perfume to ¼th cup of baby oil in a bottle or jar. After shaking it, you can use it to have a luxurious scented bath that will keep you relaxed throughout the day.

Keeping Warm

Baby oil is very useful in winter as it insulates the body. During winter, make sure you give yourself a massage with baby oil as it keeps you warm and toasty. The oil closes the pores into body and your body heat is not lost. It also prevents your skin from becoming dry or flaky in winter.

Stretch Marks

Baby oil is very effective in removing stretch marks. Women are advised to rub baby oil on their stomach during pregnancy to keep the skin smooth and blemish-free.

We see that baby oil has numerous beauty benefits for adults. So don't wait until you have a baby to start using it!

Story first published: Thursday, May 30, 2013, 16:30 [IST]
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