What Is Liniment ? A French Baby Care Secret Australians Are Loving
What Is Liniment?
If you’ve ever chatted with a French mum about baby care, you’ve probably heard of liniment oléo-calcaire, simply called “liniment.”
It’s been a nursery essential in France for generations. But what exactly is it, and why are Australian parents falling in love with it too?
A Simple, Natural Formula
Liniment is a natural lotion made by blending olive oil and limewater (calcium hydroxide solution).
That’s it, just two natural ingredients that balance each other to create a gentle, creamy emulsion that cleans, hydrates, and protects baby’s skin at every nappy change.
In France, liniment replaces baby wipes. Instead of wiping with water or disposable wipes, parents use a small amount of liniment on a reusable cotton pad.
It leaves the skin clean, soft, and lightly protected with a thin layer of natural oil.
Why French Parents Swear by It
Liniment is one of those understated miracles — a product that just works.
French parents love it because it:
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Cleans effectively without water or soap
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Moisturises naturally, thanks to olive oil
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Protects the skin with a pH-balanced formula
- Reduces waste by eliminating disposable wipes
It’s eco-friendly, gentle, and smells naturally fresh, no perfumes, parabens, or nasties.
A Sustainable, Environmentally Friendly Choice
Every parent wants the best for their baby, and the planet.
Switching to liniment means fewer wipes, less packaging, and a smaller environmental footprint.
Reusable cloths and a bottle of liniment can replace thousands of disposable wipes per year.
At Cheeky Bébé, we bring this beloved French tradition to Australia, made with care, using natural ingredients.
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How to Use It
Using liniment is simple:
- Shake the bottle gently to mix.
- Apply a small amount to a cotton pad or reusable cloth.
- Gently clean baby’s bottom, no need to rinse.
- Smile! You’ve just done an eco-friendly, natural nappy change.
It can be used from birth, and it’s perfect for babies with sensitive skin.
Liniment: More Than a Cleanser
Because it’s so gentle, liniment can also be used for:
- Moisturizing dry patches
- Cleaning little faces or hands
- Removing makeup for mums
It’s a truly versatile natural product for the whole family.
In Short
Liniment is the French secret to simple, natural, and sustainable baby care.
It replaces wipes, nourishes skin, and keeps things easy, one bottle, endless uses.
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