Babe in the Woods, Belly & Nipple Butter

A nourishing and soothing body butter for pregnant bellies and sore, cracked nipples.  2 oz or 6 oz  〰 Gentle & Unscented  For safety during pregnancy/breastfeeding as well as for infants and children, the Babe in the Woods line is unscented. The plant oils/butters and beeswax have their own innate subtle aromas: warm, earthy, and sweet honey.   BENEFITS Sunflower Oil contains linoleic acid (omega 6) and oleic acid (omega 9), both of these fatty acids hydrate the skin and support its natural barrier function. Sunflower oil also contains E, an antioxidant that helps inhibit oxidation while healing, soothing, and moisturizing the skin and is non-greasy, and easily absorbed. Jojoba Oil  is very similar to our skin's own sebum and therefore provides true nutrients that keeps the skin supple and soft throughout the day. Jojoba has anti-inflammatory properties, is antibacterial and and provides healing support. Its high wax content supports skin conditions such as seborrheic dermatitis and eczematous dermatitis.  Shea Butter is anti-inflammatory, non-greasy, easily absorbed by the skin and has emollient properties that support dry skin and hair. It is non-comedogenic (won't clog pores) and supports skin elasticity, penetrating the dermis (stretch marks are formed is this layer of skin) helping to nourish, replenish and repair.  Beeswax creates a breathable layer on the skin while softening, lubricating and soothing. Its occlusive and humectant properties draw moisture to the skin and help to prevent transdermal water loss. Beeswax supports skin barrier health, providing protection from environmental pollutant exposure and harsh weather (cold wind). Beeswax is anti-septic, antibacterial and and anti-inflammatory. Using organic bee products supports the continuation of organic beekeeping.  Vitamin E  is a fat soluble antioxidant that has a long history of clinical use in dermatology. We source our Vitamin E from non-gmo sunflowers, instead of gmo soy. Vitamin E slows down oxidation and protects the skin from free radical damage. It has anti- inflammatory properties and delivers nutrients to the skin to help moisturize and soothe. While some ingredients sit on the top of the skin, Vitamin E penetrates to the dermis layer of the skin, making it a supportive ingredient in our belly balm during pregnancy to nourish the skin and minimize the appearance of stretch marks.  MULTI-USE Designed for stretching  and dry skin during pregnancy and as a nipple butter postpartum. Can also be used on babies dry skin, cradle cap, or as a diaper balm.  RITUAL Before use, we recommend doing a patch test, as you would with any product to establish there are no allergies to the ingredients.  Gently massage onto pregnant belly and any other skin areas. Use on nursing nipples between feedings or before pumping.  INGREDIENTS *Helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil, *simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil, *+butyrospermum park (shea) oil, *cera alba (beeswax), **tocopherol (vitamin E) oil  *Organic  **Non-GMO  +Fair Trade  PACKAGING  Reuse or recycle glass jar and compost label.