Forest essentials After bath body oil | Iced Pomegranate & Kerala Lime | Review

Forest essentials After bath body oil | Iced Pomegranate & Kerala Lime 

Body oils have always been scary and a little uncomfortable to use for me. I have always used them wrong, I found out recently. Most Indian body oils I had grown up with were pre-shower oils, and I had been using the new age body oils like I would any Ayurvedic Indian oil mix, like Eladi etc. 

I learned that the after-shower body oils are meant to be used after shower as advertised, but not on dry skin like moisturising lotions, instead in the shower on slightly damp skin for the oil to be absorbed beautifully. Now, with this new knowledge, when I started using the after-bath shower oil from Forest Essentials, I was floored! Did not have a great experience before with the same product without learning the right way to use it even though the product clearly says that it is an after-bath body oil; there is no clear instruction on how to use it. 

Hence, I was holding out on the review, and I gave the explanation about my lack of knowledge right off the bat before we began the review.

Product 

The Forest essential after bath shower oil is available in multiple variants; the one I am reviewing is the Iced Pomegranate and Kerala lime variant. The body oil is non-greasy and very beautifully fragranced. The Fragrance is not overpowering, and yet it is strong. I do not like floral fragrances, but I much rather prefer fruity and herb-y ones. The Iced Pomegranate and Kerala lime is perfect for that. Opens up as a warm citrus fragrance and stays on as a rich fruity fragrance for a long time. 

The oil is a colored oil to match the variant name, but it doesn't affect the skin in terms of colour. But I would prefer no added colour personally. 

Make sure you use the oil on damp skin, so it gets absorbed quickly and stays on the skin. 

The oil, once absorbed, doesn't transfer to clothing or any other surface, but if you apply it to dry skin, it does. It is primarily a water-soluble oil, so it works best with a bit of water on your skin 

When the skin is damp, the shower oil gets emulsified a bit, and that is how it gets emulsified. The oil contains sunflower oil, apricot kernel oil and a blend of other oils and pomegranate peel extract. The oils used as ingredients are cold-pressed, and the essential oils are also certified organic.

Extra Points from me as: The forest essentials after bath oil has no petroleum products (mineral oil) or parabens in it. 

Packaging 

For the premium price of about 15 rupees per ml of product, I'd say, this better have a great experience. The outer box packaging effectively conveys the brand's luxury Ayurveda messaging through its premium design and materials, as well as a seal, to ensure the new product's integrity. The outer packaging has the ingredients list indicated, but apart from the USP of beautiful outer packaging, the bottle itself is very classy, and it is important that it be, cause that's the part that'll stay with me. 

Price 

1850 INR for 130 ml of After Bath Oil. The variants are available and listed on the Forest Essentials official website, or you can get the Iced Pomegranate and Kerala Lime variant directly, with offers on their website! 

Also available on - Nykaa, Amazon, for quick delivery of the product, Myntra has a smaller size - 50 ml of the bath oils available only.

My experience with Forest Essentials after bath oil

Has been amazing to say the least. This is beautiful, although a bit too expensive for my everyday use, and the feeling from the fragrance that lingers is equally beautiful. My skin feels and looks moisturised, perfect for the winters and summers, and the most apt form of body care during those season change months. 

Indulging in the Forest Essentials After Bath Body Oil, Iced Pomegranate & Kerala Lime brings together the luxury of Ayurveda with the goodness of nature for everyday body care. Inspired by traditional Indian bathing rituals, this water-soluble, emollient-rich oil acts as a “hydration sealer,” locking in moisture, smoothing rough patches, and reviving dull or winter-dry skin. It helps maintain a supple and elastic skin, which is a blessing in this dry weather. 

Alongside soft, glowing skin, the uplifting citrus-fruity aroma makes the perfect sensory treat for a mood-lifting bathing experience, and this variant is especially great for the non-floral fragrance lovers. 

For the subtle fragrance lovers, layering the oil under perfumes or body mists from similar range of the brand helps the scent last longer, or mix and match a fruity smell with floral to create a signature scent, offering a subtly luxurious touch to daily routines.

For sensitive skin, I recommend a patch test, as natural fragrances, though gentle, can sometimes cause irritation, and since this has no mineral oil and only natural essential and carrier oils, definitely do a patch test. 

For anyone seeking best non-greasy body oil in India that combines Ayurvedic body oil benefits with luxury skincare standards, this Forest Essentials oil checks all the boxes. Each variant in the range is tailored for different moods and seasons, making it easy to find your perfect match. 

Forest Essentials After Bath Body Oil truly brings a daily spa-like ritual home, making it a must-try for those pursuing healthy, supple, and beautifully-scented skin all year round. If you’re looking to elevate your body care routine and embrace Indian Ayurveda, this is one product you can’t go wrong with.

A little tip : Wear this as the oil, especially on days of Big Puja or rituals at home, as it feels divine with the fragrance associated with incense, flowers and everything at a Puja! 

I would 10/10 recommend and would go ahead and ask you to layer this oil with Forest Essentials' body mists or perfumes for the fragrance to linger longer. 

But that's about all you are getting from this oil. A mild and stunning perfume that gives no headaches and a pure blend of cold-pressed oils that keep your skin looking and feeling good. If you are looking to address any skin concerns for your body, this is not the product. It's great for general maintenance, and not targeted for any skin concerns.