Earth Mama Calendula Baby Oil

Important note on baby oils

When I’m choosing a baby oil, I look for simple, clearly labeled formulas that moisturize without added fragrance or unnecessary fillers. Oils are leave-on products, so I prefer short ingredient lists made up of straightforward plant oils that are easy to understand and gentle enough for daily use.

What I avoid in baby oils

In this category, I avoid products with undisclosed fragrance blends or vague “fragrance/parfum” labeling, phenoxyethanol in baby products, parabens, formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, petroleum-derived ingredients like mineral oil, petrolatum, dimethicone, and propylene glycol, and antibacterial additives such as triclosan, triclocarban, benzalkonium chloride, or similar ingredients that are designed to kill bacteria rather than support everyday skin care.

Product description

Earth Mama Calendula Baby Oil is a minimal, naturally unscented baby oil made with lightweight plant oils and calendula flower extract. It’s designed for infant massage and can also be used to moisturize dry skin and scalp, including when skin feels especially dry or flaky.

This is a good option for families who want a simple baby oil without added fragrance and without petroleum-based ingredients.

Ingredients

Vitis vinifera (grape) seed oil, Simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil*, Calendula officinalis (calendula) flower extract*
*Organic

Certifications

• Leaping Bunny Certified (verified)
• Plastic Neutral (brand stated)

What I like

I like how simple the ingredient list is and how it is lightweight.

Things to keep in mind

Because this is an oil, a little goes a long way, and I find it helps to start with a small amount and add more as needed.

Many botanical and plant-derived ingredients commonly used in baby and sensitive-skin products are generally well tolerated when used topically, but individual sensitivities can still occur. Calendula is commonly used topically and is generally well tolerated on the skin, and most safety discussions around calendula relate to oral use rather than topical application. Patch testing is always a helpful step, especially for babies, those with very sensitive skin, or those with known plant allergies.