✨ The Glow-Up: My Top Pregnancy Oils and Lotions
8/4/20253 min read
Pregnancy brings a whole new appreciation for our bodies and a few surprises too, like itchy skin, tight bellies, and the occasional “Wait, is that a new stretch mark?” moment.
While there’s no magic cream to completely prevent stretch marks, keeping your skin deeply nourished and hydrated can make a huge difference in your comfort and confidence.
One thing I’ve learned? The most expensive ones aren’t always the most effective or the most skin-friendly. These four budget-friendly picks have become daily staples in my routine and for good reason. Here’s why they’ve earned a permanent spot on my shelf:
🧴 Aveeno Sheer Hydration Daily Moisturizing Fragrance-Free Lotion
Best for: Lightweight daily moisture without any greasy feel
When you’re pregnant, your skin can get sensitive to everything — even fragrances. That’s why I love this Aveeno lotion. It’s fragrance-free, absorbs super quickly, and feels like a splash of hydration without the stickiness. Oatmeal is the key ingredient, which helps soothe dry, irritated skin — something my belly and legs have thanked me for, especially in the drier months.
✔️ Non-greasy
✔️ Safe for sensitive pregnancy skin
✔️ Great for layering under body oils
🌿 Mother’s Special Blend All Natural Skin Toning Oil
Best for: Deep nourishment and belly massage
This oil is like a hug for your skin. Made with just four natural ingredients (coconut oil, almond oil, cocoa butter, and vitamin E), it's rich, moisturizing, and absorbs beautifully when applied to warm, damp skin post-shower. I use this specifically on my bump, hips, and thighs — anywhere I feel like my skin is stretching the most.
I love that it’s free from anything questionable, and while there are no guarantees against stretch marks, this oil makes my skin feel stronger and more elastic — and bonus: it gives you that natural, healthy glow.
✔️ 100% natural ingredients
✔️ A little goes a long way
✔️ Perfect for daily belly massages
🧈 Burt’s Bees Mama Belly Butter Stretch Mark Cream
Best for: Thick, creamy moisture that lasts overnight
This belly butter is a dream. It’s rich and buttery (without being too heavy) and made specifically with mamas in mind. I like using it at night after applying a body oil to lock in the moisture. It’s formulated with shea butter and vitamin E — two pregnancy skin staples that help soothe and strengthen your skin barrier. I also appreciate that it’s free from parabens, phthalates, and petroleum.
✔️ Hydrates deeply overnight
✔️ Softens and smooths tight skin
✔️ Gentle, comforting scent
Best for: Quick-absorbing, daytime hydration with a light scent
If you want something nourishing but not too heavy (especially in the summer), this body oil is it. It gives your skin a gorgeous sheen, absorbs faster than you’d expect, and is packed with moisturizing sweet almond and lemon oils. I use this during the day, especially if I’m wearing something that shows off my bump — it gives that subtle “pregnancy glow” without feeling sticky or shiny.
✔️ Light scent that doesn’t overpower
✔️ Fast-absorbing for daily use
Pregnancy is a journey — and your skin deserves just as much love as everything else. Whether you're team oil, lotion, or both (I'm both!), taking a few minutes a day to nourish your changing body can go a long way. These products have helped me feel more comfortable, confident, and even a little pampered.
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