Organic Olive Oil Liniment - Baby Care

A liniment is a traditional skincare product made from vegetable oil and lime water. It gently cleanses the skin while helping to neutralise the acidity of urine, which can help prevent irritation and nappy rash. Its rich texture forms a protective barrier that helps shield the skin from external aggressors, making it particularly suitable for nappy changes.

A cleansing milk, on the other hand, is a lightweight emulsion made with water and gentle oils. It delicately removes impurities from the face, body or nappy area, but without the alkalising action of a liniment. More fluid and non-greasy, it is ideal for daily cleansing and leaves the skin feeling clean and comfortable, without the protective film-forming effect of a liniment.

Originating in southern France, liniment is a traditional skincare product whose history dates back several centuries. Its original formula — a blend of olive oil and lime water — is one of the oldest emulsions in Mediterranean tradition. Initially used to soothe burns and skin irritation, it was formally documented in 19th-century pharmacology texts, where this oil-and-lime-water preparation was described as an essential remedy. It was only later that liniment became a staple of baby care, thanks to its gentle cleansing properties and protective benefits. Simple, effective and enduring, liniment has earned its iconic status through its minimalist composition and a heritage passed down from generation to generation.

The addition of Vitamin E and Rice Wax enhances the traditional liniment formula while preserving its authentic character.

Vitamin E helps protect the olive oil from oxidation, naturally improving the product's stability and extending its shelf life. It also supports the nourishing properties of the oil phase and provides antioxidant benefits that help maintain the quality of the protective film left on the skin.

Rice Wax gives the liniment a richer, creamier and more enveloping texture than a traditional formula. It helps the lipid film adhere more effectively to the skin, improving comfort and enhancing its protective effect, particularly in areas prone to friction and irritation.

Together, these ingredients complement the ancestral formula by providing improved stability, comfort and skin protection.

A pump bottle makes nappy changes easier and more convenient every day. It allows you to dispense the exact amount of product needed with one hand, leaving the other free to hold and care for your baby.

No. This liniment is not recommended for premature or very premature babies. It is intended for full-term babies from birth and should only be used on healthy, intact skin. If your baby was born prematurely, seek advice from your healthcare professional before using any skincare product.