Tummy butter
Tummy Butter is a unique moisturizing formula made from cocoa butter, vitamin E, collagen, elastin and soothing lavender essential oil. It is a moisturizing body cream designed to soothe the itchy skin of pregnant women, thus the lavender oil for its soothing qualities, and elastin for the stretching skin It is also used to help reduce the appearance of stretch marks on skin.
The months prior to and after birth can cause great worry to a new mother. She may begin to notice changes in her skin, such as the appearance of slivery lines running across her belly. These are the dreaded stretch marks that with care can cause less worry to a pregnant woman if treated before they appear.
Properties of tummy butter
Since the cream is intended for pregnant women, most of it contains little or no fragrance in order to ensure little irritation during morning sickness where smells affect women the most. It has a soft texture, is as smooth as butter, and easily rubs on the skin. Tummy butter does not cause irritation on the skin since it is mild.
How to use it
Gently rub a small amount in your hands until it melts. Then apply on the tummy in a concentric fashion, massaging it into the skin. Mothers find that it doubles well as a lip balm and cuticle cream. Take note that tummy butter melts in warm temperatures so do not leave it in a hot car or close to a heat source.
Uses & suitability of tummy butter
Tummy butter promotes pliant and youthful skin, providing a moisture barrier so that it helps prevent the development of stretch marks. It is also used after bath to moisturize a pregnant woman’s sensitive skin. Tummy butter is also suitable for other parts of the body other than just the tummy and also for general family use. It helps in getting rid of irritation on the skin, especially where it has cracked. It can also be used in cases of eczema, where part of the skin becomes red and scaly. It is a genetic and common skin condition that should not cause any undue alarm. Clean and dry skin thoroughly, then apply tummy butter and with time it will clear.
This formula can also be used in cases of chafing. When there is friction between a mother’s clothing and skin, or where areas of skin rub together, chafing can result. Remove or minimize anything that is tight or rubs against the skin, like rubber pants or straps. Cleanse, rinse and dry skin thoroughly, then apply tummy butter. It can alternatively be used on baby’s skin in case chafing occurs too.
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