Bio-oil – a silky smooth, under R100 body oil synonymous with supple skin, has been a beauty staple of local and international celebs alike for decades, with fans of the scar-fading formula including A-listers such as Natalie Portman, Kim Kardashian, Sienna Miller, Jo-Ann Strauss and Candice Swanepoel.
And now, according to The Sun online, Bio-Oil body oil, R79,95 for 60ml, has become the Duchess of Sussex’s number one beauty product of choice when it comes to fending off her pregnancy-induced stretch marks and as huge advocates of the multi-tasking body oil ourselves, we can’t say that we’re surprised!
With a preservative-free, hypo-allergenic and non-acnegenic formula, we’ve share five nifty and unconventional ways to love Bio-Oil this season.
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To Tame Frazzled Ends
A few drops of Bio-Oil is a great way to detangle dehydrated strands, plus it’s perfect at taming humidity-induced frizz! Apply only to the ends and mid-lengths of your hair, and always remember that a little goes a very long way…
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For Shaving
Want to have your smoothest shave yet? Add some Bio-Oil into your routine! Supplement your usual shaving foam or cream and opt for spreading a drop or two over your legs.
To Nourish Nails
Rich in vitamin E, the formula is a miracle worker when it comes to nourishing chapped nails. Massage a few drops into your nails to help repair and protect them.
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For Sun Exposure
Didn’t apply enough SPF? No worries. The healing properties of calendula, chamomile, lavender and rosemary oils promise to soother aching skin in a jiffy.
As A Bath Booster
Moisturise your skin while you soak in the bath by adding a few drops into the water. A handy trick for chilly winter evenings so you can skip the post-cleanse moisturiser!
Compiled by Beauty Editor, Martinique Stevens
