Bio-Oil Tissue Oil (also sold as Bio-Oil Skincare Oil) is a specialist skincare oil formulated with vitamins and plant extracts to help improve the appearance of stretch marks, scars, uneven skin tone, ageing skin and dehydrated skin. It's a familiar name in pregnancy body care, and during pregnancy it's commonly massaged into the areas most prone to stretching as your body changes.
The oil has a fast-absorbing texture, so it sinks in rather than sitting on the surface, and it's non-comedogenic. Used on the body, it may also help relieve the appearance of the dry, tight and itchy skin that many people notice during pregnancy. It's worth being clear about what this is: a cosmetic skin-conditioning oil that works on how skin looks and feels — not a treatment that prevents or removes stretch marks or scars.
Benefits
Regular use, massaged in as directed, is designed to help with:
✔ Improving the appearance of new and existing stretch marks
✔ Improving the appearance of scars and skin blemishes
✔ Reducing moisture loss from the skin
✔ Improving the appearance of dry and dehydrated skin
✔ Improving the appearance of uneven skin tone
Key Ingredients
| Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A) |
What it does: A vitamin A ingredient included at a low cosmetic concentration. Why it works: According to the manufacturer, the level used is below the maximum concentration considered safe for body lotions during pregnancy. |
| Tocopheryl Acetate & Tocopherol (Vitamin E) |
What it does: Conditions and supports the feel of the skin. Why it works: Works alongside the plant oils to keep skin feeling comfortable and less dry. |
| PurCellin Oil |
What it does: Lightens the overall texture of the formulation. Why it works: Helps give the oil its fast-absorbing feel so it doesn't leave a heavy residue. |
| Plant Extracts (Calendula, Chamomile, Lavender, Rosemary, Sunflower & Soybean oils) |
What it does: A blend of botanical oils and extracts that condition the skin. Why it works: Together they help soften the look and feel of dry, tight skin. |
How to Use
- Apply to clean skin for best absorption.
- Massage into the skin using circular motions until fully absorbed.
- Apply twice daily for a minimum of three months.
During pregnancy, apply twice daily from the start of the first trimester and continue after birth, focusing on the areas most likely to stretch — the abdomen, breasts, hips, thighs, lower back and buttocks. For all-over body use, apply after bathing or showering.
Best For
The Bio-Oil Tissue Oil is a great option if you:
- Want a fast-absorbing body oil to use through pregnancy on areas prone to stretching
- Are looking to help improve the appearance of stretch marks, scars or uneven skin tone
- Prefer a non-comedogenic oil that has been tested on sensitive skin
- Want a formulation that is vegan, and Halaal and Kosher certified
It may not be the right fit if you're looking for a product that prevents or removes stretch marks or scars, or one that offers any sun protection.
Disclaimer
For topical cosmetic use only. Do not apply to open wounds or broken skin, and avoid contact with the eyes — if the product enters the eyes, rinse thoroughly with water. This product does not provide sun protection; use a broad-spectrum sunscreen of at least SPF 30 when exposed to the sun. Results vary from person to person.
The oil contains vitamin A (retinyl palmitate) at a low cosmetic concentration and a very low rosemary oil concentration; the manufacturer considers it suitable for use throughout pregnancy when used as directed. While breastfeeding, it may be used on the body, but avoid applying it directly to the nipples or any area that may come into contact with the baby's mouth. It contains fragrance allergens naturally present in the plant oils and fragrance. A patch test is recommended before first use: apply a small amount to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours, and discontinue use if redness, swelling, itching or irritation develops. Its safety has not been assessed in children under three years of age; it is recommended only for those aged three and older. If you have specific medical concerns or are using prescription skin treatments, consult a healthcare practitioner before use. Store in a cool place away from direct sunlight, and use within 36 months of opening.
Pandylane Pro Tip: Absorption is best on clean skin, so working the oil in straight after a bath or shower — while skin is warm and still slightly damp — makes it easier to massage in and keep up the twice-daily routine.
Care & Maintenance
Ingredients
Paraffinum Liquidum, Triisononanoin, PurCellin Oil™ (Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Isopropyl Myristate), Retinyl Palmitate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Calendula Officinalis Extract, Glycine Soja Oil, Bisabolol, Tocopherol, Parfum, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Amyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol, Coumarin, Eugenol, Farnesol, Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Linalool, CI 26100
Helps improve the appearance of scars and skin blemishes
Helps reduce moisture loss
Helps improve the appearance of dry and dehydrated skin
Helps improve the appearance of uneven skin tone
Suitable for use during pregnancy
Suitable for use on the body while breastfeeding
Fast-absorbing oil texture
Non-comedogenic
Suitable for sensitive skin
Dry Skin
Cruelty-Free
- 1x Bio-Oil Tissue Oil