Johnson's Baby Oil 200ml - Mineral Oil Moisturiser

Johnson's baby oil is a clear moisturising oil in a 200ml bottle, made from mineral oil with added fragrance. Labelled clinically proven mild and ideal for massage, it spreads easily over the skin for baby massage after bath time, and the manufacturer promotes it for adult dry skin too.

Features

• Mineral oil base that, the manufacturer says, forms a barrier to help prevent excess moisture loss
• Labelled clinically proven mild, made for baby skin
• Spreads easily, ideal for baby massage
• Promoted by the manufacturer for adult dry, rough patches too
• Clear 200ml bottle with a flip cap

Specifications

• Brand: Johnson's (Johnson and Johnson)
• Product: Mineral oil skin moisturiser
• Ingredients: mineral oil, fragrance
• Volume: 200ml
• Form: liquid oil
• Use: external use on skin only

How to use baby oil

• Baby massage: warm a few drops between your hands and use gentle strokes on the legs, arms, back and tummy. Keep oil off baby's hands and face so it does not end up in the eyes or mouth.
• After the bath: smooth a little onto damp skin and pat dry; oil helps hold in the water already on the skin.
• Cradle cap: healthdirect Australia suggests gently massaging a small amount of baby oil, moisturiser or lotion into the scalp at night to soften the scales, removing loose particles in the morning with a soft baby toothbrush or cloth, then washing with baby shampoo. We stock QV Baby 2 in 1 Shampoo and Conditioner.
• Adults: rub into dry elbows, knees and heels after a shower.

Why choose a mineral baby oil?

Mineral oil does not contain the nut or seed oils that young children can be allergic to, and healthdirect advises against using olive oil for cradle cap because it can lead to a yeast infection. A mineral oil base gives you an easy-spreading product for daily skin care and massage.

What it is not

It is designed as a skin oil rather than a bath additive. If you want something to add to the bath water, see QV Baby Bath Oil, which is made for that job. It is also not a treatment for eczema, rashes or broken skin. If your baby has eczema, sensitive skin or a rash that will not settle, ask your GP, child health nurse or pharmacist which products to use.

Oil makes skin and surfaces slippery. Hold baby securely after applying it, wipe up spills on the floor, and keep the bottle closed and out of reach of children. Do not use it near the nose or mouth, and stop using it if the skin becomes red or irritated.

Where to buy

Order online for delivery Australia-wide, alongside other everyday care supplies.

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