Bio Oil Specialist skincare

A functional product rather than a pampering one.

A perennial favourite, Bio Oil claims to treat existing stretchmarks, as well as preventing new ones. However, its scent does let it down somewhat. Bio Oil’s claim for success is its ‘PurCellin’ oil, a ‘non-greasy’ oil which allows for quicker absorption. The manufacturers claim that not only is it more ... Continue reading

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Nicola Lee

I was not as impressed with Bio Oil as I was expecting to be, despite claims to be a 'dry oil' I felt very greasy several hours after application. I found it hard to use and had quite a few spills due to the bo Continue reading...

Victoria Christen

A great product, my skin feels soft and well moisturised and no signs of any stretchmarks. Its mild fragrence and quick absorbtion makes it good to use on sensitive skin and can even be used on the face. Continue reading...

Charleys

Excellent product! Continue reading...

Leigh21

I will carry on using this (even though I have very limited stretchmarks which are already white). Continue reading...

Deb Smith

This product is a stable for my bathroom cupboard even after pregnancy, and has helped clear up a lot of new and old scars. It's a brand that's been around for so long, it's not fussy, fancy or full of whatever Continue reading...

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tina howard

I found this product no better than using baby oil which I have used with all my children, its quite thick which is harder to spread around a big belly! and felt clammy and uncomfortable didnt absorb into the skin aswell as a normal oil which is more runny and easier to spread and cheaper!

Posted: 11/01/2010 at 17:51

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	Seems to have worked! Dryer than many other oils so a little easier to apply. Can be used for facial skincare too. Claims to treat existing stretchmarks.

	Still need to take care with clothing after applying. Packaging and fragrance could be better.