7 Safe, Natural And Fragrance Free Massage Oils For Your Baby

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Baby massages are an integral part of Indian culture; I've always heard about maalish being a non-negotiable, and it's for several reasons. First, massaging infants with oil nourishes the skin and protects it from skin infections, second, it helps you bond with the child, and third, it provides stimulation for better blood circulation as well. Plus, just like you, the baby also feels relaxed after these massages. 

While choosing a massage oil for an infant baby you need to make sure that they are free of any harmful ingredients as a baby's skin is very delicate and susceptible to skin irritation. Use natural oils like coconut, almond oil, jojoba oil and more, and avoid oils such as fragrance oils, essential oils, and peanut oils as they may cause irritation or even an allergic reaction. 

Juicy Chemistry Organic Baby Massage Oil

Juicy Chemistry Organic Baby Massage Oil

Juicy Chemistry Organic Baby Massage Oil

850
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Juicy Chemistry is a homegrown brand that we know and love. Their Organic Baby Massage oil is a blend of jojoba, sweet almond, pomegranate, and avocado oil that together are hydrating and soothing to the skin. Some of these oils also have antioxidants and anti-inflammatory, which is a big plus too.

User rating: 4.4/5

Baby Forest Badami Sneh

Maasoom Maalish Baby Body Massage Oil

Maasoom Maalish Baby Body Massage Oil

1045

With only one key ingredient — organically grown almonds — this oil from Baby Forest tops our list of the best almond oil for a baby. Almond oil is known to provide deep moisturisation, relief from cradle cap (crusty or oily patches on a baby's scalp), and prevent skin problems as it contains vitamins E, B2, B6, D, and A.

User rating: 4.5/5

Maate Organic Coconut Oil

Maate Organic Coconut Oil

Maate Organic Coconut Oil

699
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Personally used and loved, the Maate Coconut oil works wonders for infants and adults alike. By nature, coconut oil is antibacterial and anti-inflammatory and has the ability to nourish the skin deeply. 

User rating: 4.7/5

Winter Baby Massage Maahu

Winter Baby Massage Maahu

Winter Baby Massage Maahu

369

This baby oil from Nat Habitat is slowly infused over heat for 10 hours and only uses pure cold-pressed oils with zero paraffin, mineral oils, chemicals and preservatives. The oil helps with skin nourishment, promotes good sleep, and helps with the development of motor skills. This one is speciallfically made for the winter season too, keeping in mind that babies are susceptible to weather changes and cannot regulate their body temperature that well.

User rating: 4.6/5

Pipette Baby Oil

Pipette Baby Oil

Pipette Baby Oil

1493

Pipette's Baby oil is on the pricer side but has all the good things for your baby. Its primary ingredient is sugarcane-derived squalane, which is not only clinically proven to be ultra moisturising and safe for your baby but also good for the planet. The brand claims that this proprietary squalane perfectly mimics what's found in the nourishing vernix (a waxy white substance found coating the skin of newborn human babies, aka baby’s first built-in moisturiser ), making it one of the best massage oils for newborns. The oil is lightweight and easy to work with. The only problem that users faced was with the packaging, as the oil tends to get all over the bottle.

User rating: 4.4/5

Forest Essentials Baby Body Oil

Forest Essentials Baby Body Oil

Forest Essentials Baby Body Oil

1725
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The Forest Essentials Baby body oil is a gentle ayurvedic blend of coconut oil, sweet almond oil, desi ghee, vitamin E and the likes. It's all good stuff in a bottle made into a luxurious blend that's lightweight and easy to massage with. Users love this product dearly and say that it provides deep nourishment and a subtle glow to their baby's skin.

User rating: 4.6/5

Omved Baby Massage Oil

Ayurvedic Baby Massage Oil Lakshadi Thailam

Ayurvedic Baby Massage Oil Lakshadi Thailam

1695

With the primary ingredient being coconut oil, Omved's Baby Massage oil is one of the better picks available in the market. It's free of harmful chemicals, 100% natural and GMP certified to ensure complete safety and efficacy of the product. If the baby is less than a month old then they suggest to only gently apply the oil and not massage, but if they are over a month you can massage as well. To warm the oil use the double boiler method over a gas stove. The oil not only nourishes the skin but also helps fight infections and skin problems. The only drawback is the high price.

User rating: 3.7/5

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