good stretchmark prevention oil? as 'natural' as poss??!

[emeraldgirl1]

Does anyone know a good one?

I generally try to use paraben-free stuff for everyday (where poss) so obviously it would be great to find something without chemical nasties in. I've just been given some unexpected birthday dosh from my auntie so am prepared to splash the cash and treat myself if there are any Space NK-type brands that are good.

I think bio-oil is meant to be good but not sure how chemical-ish it is...?

TIA!! :)

Mamma Mio all the way. Their stuff is amazing and very natural.

BioOil isn't chemical - has purcelin oil in it, an essential oil that is safe in pregnancy. I used it with ds and didn't get any stretch marks - now 36+4 with dd and have used it twice a day since about 16 weeks, and no stretch marks as yet still. x

I also like Mamma Mio - it's lovely and you can get it in Mamas & Papas and Oliver Bonas.

These oils feel nice etc but if you're going to get stretch marks you'll get them anyway. Bio oil etc just minimise the look of them, usually after they appear. I used it religiously throughout first 2 and got heaps of stretch marks anyway. Not bothered this time and none so far

Nothing stops stretch marks if you're going to get them.

Another vote for mama mio. About to start using again, but went to 40+13 with DS and not a mark. I got dreadful stretch marks in puberty so was worried. I may well have not got them anyway, apparently less common in older women, but the cream/oil smells gorgeous so I'm going to do the same this pg.
Jojomamanbebe sell it and you can get 10% off with the mumsnet code.

I have been using Dr Hauschka Blackthorn Body Oil - not cheap, but smells and feels lovely, 39+4 and not a single stretch mark, but who knows, that could be genetic. Can be bought in John Lewis stores amongst other places.

Clarins Tonic Oil. It's bloody miraculous. I didn't use anything in my first pregnancy and got stretch marks on my bump and tops of thighs and hips. I haven't had ANY with this pregnancy, and I've used Clarins Tonic Oil LOADS. It's expensive, but worth it.

coconut oil, sunflower oil. It doesn't have to be something expensive and/or marketed for pregnant ladies.

I've used a few different ones but the Boo Boo Baby one my mum got me was paraben free.

I found something called Derma Mum in boots, cream and also an oil that appears to be natural. rosehip, evening primrose and borage oil. Simple plain and smells of just oil. Much bigger bottle than bio oil but can't remember price. Not really using till I see some stretch marks, my mum didnt get any so we'll see...!

Stretchmark prevention? Get born with the right genetics/skin type I'm afraid!

I have found ordinary moisturiser soothing on my stretchmarks, not spending money on snake oil.

Tbh, how about olive oil or try a base oil from neals yard?

I agree with the ones who've said that if you're going to get them, you will. Use anything that makes you skin feel nice and soft, not expensive stretchmark creams

I used Bio oil and L'Occitiane sweet almond body oil every single day - both were great and the almond oil smelt amazing - its a dry oil too - felt really nice keeping my bump nice and smooth/soft and only had 1 small stretch mark

Day after delivery I noticed a huge mass of stretch marks had now shown themselves on my lower tummy

Still sulking about it!

olive oil

Weleda's stretch mark oil is really, really good. Weleda is a very pro-natural company with good values. The stuff is amazing.

I do think its genetics, then use oils afterwards to help heal any scarring.

I agree with those that opt for oils not marketed at pregnant mums, totally rip off. I used organic base oils like sweet almond in my first pregnancy from www.iamnatural.co.uk. They don't use any nasties and are a good ethical company too. I shall be ordering from them again as I am 11 wks with DC2. Not related but it's worth getting the I Am Natural Organic Tea Tree Gel too as it helps with cuts and abrasions after childbirth - you know what I'm talking about ladies!

There isn't one. Stretch marks are cause partly by stretching, but also by the hormones.
Use whatever you will enjoy, try to eat plenty of good quality protein and don't waste money on products that promise they'll help prevent stretchmarks because they won't. There are some trials that show vitamin e applied topically may help - but its only a "may".

Thanks everyone! Peshwari, I think I will seek out that weleda one as I love their stuff and find it reasonably priced.

I used Derma Mum throughout both my twin and singleton pregnancy and don't have a single stretch mark. Start early before you show. Genetics is a huge factor but well moisturised skin can't hurt!

Genetics is the main thing and gradual weight gain.

Best most natural thing to try, olive oil like mentioned or my favourite pure/unrefined shea butter.

Clarins tonic oil is amazing. I put on 2.5 stone with DS and not a mark on me.