February 07, 2012
Natural Skincare: Bio-Oil
Bio-Oil is a super popular skincare oil that was developed in the 1970's and has been winning international awards since. It is formulated to treat scars, blemishes, stretchmarks, aging and dehydrated skin, and uneven skin tone. The naturally restorative vitamins and plant extracts in the product are easily absorbed due to the light and non-greasy PurCellin Oil. It is recommended to use the oil twice daily for a minimum of 3 months to see significant results on old scars or damaged skin. However, pregnant women or others looking to use it for preventative measures should use it continuously as well to reap all the benefits.
Results
I have been using this product about once daily for about 2 months now have seen good results so far. The small red stretch marks that I had are slowly fading into a pinkish tan color. I sometimes apply it to my face to lighten up my acne scars and hyperpigmentation- and after a few weeks I did notice more evenness in my skin tone. After showering, I take a small amount and massage it into my skin until it is fully absorbed. I really like the smell and it does not leave a residue after it is dried like cocoa butter or other scar products I have tried in the past.
Find
Bio-Oil can be expensive depending on where you find it. Eight now it is on sale at Target and also can be bought on Amazon for the low price I've found so far. For the 'green' ingredients and noticeable results I think it is worth the money. Depending how much is needed and how often it's applied will depend on how long the bottle will last. My 2 oz. bottle I've used once daily for 2 months is still about 1/4 full. I will definitely be repurchasing the oil on Amazon when I run out. Where to buy
Ingredients
Botanicals in Bio-Oil
Calendula oil: nourishes dry skin, soothes damaged and irritated skin
Lavender oil: anti-inflammatory, treats skin trauma
Rosemary oil: stimulating, tones the skin
Chamomile oil: anti-inflammatory, removes toxins
Vitamins in Bio-Oil
Vitamin A: lightens hyperpigmentation, treats acne
Vitamin E: antioxidant, anti-aging, scar healing, strengthens skin barrier
Other ingredients
Mineral oil: natural moisturizer
Sunflower seed oil: protects, prevents skin conditions from occurring
I found this information from my "375 Essential Oils and Hydrosols" by Jeanne Rose book and also from my personal herbology knowledge.
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Great post hun. I never really knew anything about bio oil until I read your blog.
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love this product
ReplyDeleteBio Oil is a beauty must have, everyone should have a bottle, I love the stuff!! Great post hun!!
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I have seen a lot of beauty gurus on youtube use this, I've always seen the price being around $20 and was scared it wouldn't end up working for me. I didn't know it was available on amazon! Thanks for the info!
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I feel like i need to purchase this right now... You're telling me everything i want to hear! haha
ReplyDeleteThat does sound good! You also have to try Algotherm's Firming Oil. I made it through two pregnancies mark free! xo
ReplyDeleteI have bio oil but the oiliness means I never persevere with using it :p
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I love Bio oil...Just found your blog, and I really love it...I am your newest follower!
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I have a couple of stretch marks that I hate, I've used bio oil before but never actually stuck with it long enough.
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I love this stuff. I use it all over my face at night and it has really done well to get rid of scars. Great blog.
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I have this product also, i have a lot of products similarr to yours we maybe have the same taste! I keep seing products i have on your site. Love it xoxo <3
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