Eucerin Caring Oil

Our skin is regularly exposed to many different kinds of stress. Thanks to its special structure it is elastic and stretchable, and can usually withstand mechanical strain. But under certain circumstances even our skin reaches its limits. If it is stretched too far – for example, during pregnancy or during periods of rapid weight gain or growth such as puberty – stretch marks (striae distensae) can form.

Eucerin Caring Oil has been developed specifically for the needs of dry, sensitive skin prone to stretch marks and is ideal for use during pregnancy and after. It contains pure and natural Vitamin E and high-quality, pure vegetable oils – Sunflower, Jojoba and Almond Oil – that are rich in Linoleic Acid, an unsaturated fatty acid that strengthens the skin’s natural barrier function.

The oil massages in easily and is quickly absorbed. Applying with regular massage will stimulate blood circulation, enhancing skin’s elasticity and significantly reducing the appearance of stretch marks. Skin is smooth, feels silky soft and is pleasantly fragranced.

Eucerin’s Caring Oil for sensitive skin is suitable for use during pregnancy and after and can be used on babies and children.

Clinical and dermatological studies prove very good efficacy and skin tolerability for dry, sensitive skin.

30 females (between 18 and 35) took part in an efficacy and tolerability study1. All of them had given birth between 6 and 12 months before the start of the study and suffered from stretch marks. They applied the product twice daily to a defined area of the belly with 10 minutes of massaging and the study lasted for 6 months. The results were clinically evaluated and revealed the following:

• A significant decrease in scaling in the treated area
• A significant decrease in the scar area
• Excellent skin compatibility

The research concluded that Eucerin Caring Oil could be recommended as an effective and well tolerated product for the daily care of sensitive skin with stretch marks.

^{1 Efficacy and tolerability of a medical skin care oil in subjects with striae distensae. U. Heinrich et al, DERMATRONNIER report, 2004.}

Treated area shows skin after twice daily use for six months.

• absorbs quickly
• lightly-fragranced

• Apply the oil twice daily to the appropriate areas. Gently massage in circular motions until completely absorbed.
• Dermatologists and midwives recommend the proven pinch massage²:
• for the belly: take folds of skin between your thumbs and forefingers, lift them up and pinch them between your fingers. Then quickly release them.
• for the breasts: Start with small circular motions along the outside edge of your breast and continue inward in a spiral pattern to the centre, leaving out the nipple. Move the skin and stretch the underlying tissue to promote circulation. For best results, massage your skin twice daily for 5 to 10 minutes each time.

2 N.B.. If you are prone to premature contractions please consult your gynecologist/midwife for general advice before massaging your breasts or belly. If your belly hardens or you feel contractions while you massage, stop massaging and inform your gynecologist or midwife.

You want to reduce the appearance of stretch marks, or are looking for a caring oil for dry, sensitive skin:

Eucerin Natural Caring Oil enhances the elasticity of sensitive skin, even during pregnancy. Suitable for daily use and for massages.

You’re looking for a body cream for dry, sensitive skin:

We recommend Eucerin pH5 Soft Body Cream.

Your skin is dry and sensitive and you are looking for a body lotion:

Try Eucerin pH5 Body Lotion.

The combination of Sunflower, Jojoba and Almond Oil is rich in Linoleic Acid, an essential unsaturated fatty acid (i.e. one that cannot be produced by the human body). Unlike the commonly used Oleic Acid, Linoleic Acid strengthens skin’s barrier functions, helping to reducing water loss, and protecting against irritants. Additionally, pure Vitamin E acts as a natural radical scavenger, neutralizing harmful free radicals.