Bio-Oil

Bio-Oil has been quietly changing the way people think about skincare since 1987, when German chemist Dieter Beier set out to prove that oil, properly formulated, could be one of the most powerful ingredients in skin science. Built on decades of research and a refreshingly unhurried approach to product development, the brand has grown from a single bottle to a globally recognised specialist range available in over 125 countries, with clinical studies and millions of devoted fans to show for it. Every formula is made with high-quality, ethically sourced ingredients, from pharmaceutical grade oils to natural plant extracts, and nothing makes it to shelf until it is genuinely better than what already exists.

Bio-Oil is recommended to improve the appearance of scars, stretch marks, and uneven skin tone, and is also recommended for ageing and dehydrated skin. The Skincare Oil is particularly well regarded for use during and after pregnancy to help minimise the appearance of stretch marks, while the Dry Skin Gel is a go-to for anyone dealing with persistent dryness, tightness, or rough skin texture. Both products are suitable for use on the face and body, making them genuinely versatile additions to any skincare routine.

Bio-Oil Dry Skin Gel consists of 87% oil, making it an intensive moisturiser. Traditional dry skin products such as creams, lotions, and body butters are made primarily from water, and most of this water simply evaporates when coming into contact with the skin. The Dry Skin Gel takes a completely different approach, delivering the moisturising power of oil in a gel format that spreads easily and absorbs comfortably into the skin. While the original Skincare Oil remains the go-to for targeting scars, stretch marks, and uneven tone, while the Dry Skin Gel is the better choice for anyone focused primarily on intense, lasting hydration.

Bio-Oil Skincare Oil contains the breakthrough ingredient PurCellin Oil, which reduces the thickness of the formulation and makes it easily absorbed. The concept was actually inspired by the preen glands of ducks, which produce a lightweight, water-resistant oil that distributes through their feathers. Beier worked to recreate this in the lab, resulting in a proprietary ingredient that gives Bio-Oil its signature lightweight texture while ensuring the active ingredients it carries are delivered effectively into the skin. The result is an oil that absorbs quickly without leaving a heavy, greasy residue.

Yes, Bio-Oil is cruelty-free and doesn't test any of their products or ingredients on animals.