Growing up, my mum always used Johnson’s Baby Oil on us after baths, and I still find myself reaching for it sometimes. It’s such a simple product, but it works.
The main ingredient here is Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum) it doesn’t actually “add” moisture but locks in whatever water is already on your skin. That’s why it’s best applied on damp skin, right after a shower, to seal in hydration.
It also contains fragrance, which gives it that signature baby scent (though people with very sensitive skin might react).
On my skin, it leaves a soft, smooth glow almost like a natural highlight. I like it most during harmattan when my arms and legs feel dry. But if I use too much, it can feel greasy and heavy, and it doesn’t absorb as quickly as lotions.
Still, it’s affordable, easy to find anywhere, and a timeless product that reminds me of home.
