Just entered my 2nd trimester and bought bio oil to keep stretch marks away. Not sure when to apply it, like before or after bath, and how many times a day. How are you all using it?
I read up on this a lot. Best to start around second trimester, take a small amount and massage gently into belly, thighs and bust morning and night. Consistency matters more than quantity. Do a small patch test first since skin gets sensitive in pregnancy.
Honestly bio oil is pricey, so I used it only on the belly where it matters most and used plain coconut oil elsewhere. Apply daily after shower. It moisturises well but dont expect miracles, marks are partly genetic. Just confirm with doc if your skin reacts.
Just rub a little on your bump daily after bath yaar, thats it. I did morning and night. Dont stress if marks still come, half of it is just how your skin is. Stay hydrated too, that helped my skin more honestly.
I just delivered last month and used bio oil from around 4th month. I applied a few drops on the belly, hips and lower back in circular motion twice a day after shower. Kept skin soft, though honestly genetics also play a big role with marks.
