How to Use

AM / PM

RENEW

Begin with Clay & Volcanic Ash Exfoliating Body Treatment to gently exfoliate, refine skin texture and prepare the skin for optimal absorption of treatment oils.

PREPARE

Apply Stretch Mark Botanical Body Oil generously to clean, slightly damp skin after a warm shower or bath, when the skin is most receptive to absorbing botanical oils.

MASSAGE

Massage using slow, upward circular movements, focusing on areas prone to stretching, including the abdomen, hips, thighs, breasts and arms. Daily massage encourages the skin to remain supple and resilient while transforming application into a luxurious self-care ritual.

STRENGTHEN

Follow with Floral Body Cream Concentrate to reinforce the skin barrier, lock in lasting hydration and support firmer, smoother and more resilient-looking skin.

The Formula

Designed for skin in transition

Whether during pregnancy, postpartum recovery, weight fluctuations or life's natural changes, this lightweight treatment helps support skin as it stretches. Rich in nutrient-dense botanical lipids and antioxidants, it replenishes moisture while improving softness, suppleness and visible resilience.

The Technology

Adaptive elasticity complex

A proprietary network of essential omegas, carotenoids, antioxidant Vitamin E and bio-adaptive botanical lipids that work together to support skin elasticity, replenish moisture and improve resilience through every stage of change.

The Source

Nature's most resilient botanicals

Harvested from Southern Africa's extraordinary landscapes, Marula and Baobab have evolved to thrive under prolonged heat and drought. Their naturally abundant lipid profile helps replenish moisture, strengthen the skin barrier and support healthier, more resilient-looking skin.

Botanical imagery representing the bio-adaptive plant complex in Intensive Recovery Cream

The Ingredients

Cold-pressed to preserve every nutrient

Cold pressing preserves the essential fatty acids, carotenoids, polyphenols and antioxidant compounds naturally found within each botanical oil. The result is a nutrient-rich treatment that delivers the full potency of nature—never diluted, never stripped of its biological activity.

Why This Formula Matters

Healthy skin isn't defined by how far it stretches—it's defined by how well it adapts. During pregnancy, postpartum recovery, weight fluctuations, growth spurts and other periods of rapid physical change, the skin is challenged to expand while maintaining its strength, suppleness and resilience. Adaptive Elasticity Complex™ delivers a concentrated network of essential fatty acids, carotenoids, antioxidant Vitamin E and bio-adaptive botanical lipids that help replenish moisture, support the skin's natural elasticity and improve resilience through every stage of change. Lightweight yet deeply restorative, it conditions the skin to feel smoother, more supple and beautifully nourished every day.

I.

ADAPTIVE ELASTICITY

Rich in essential fatty acids and botanical lipids that help support the skin's natural flexibility, resilience and ability to adapt during periods of stretching.

II.

COLLAGEN SUPPORT

Marula and Rosehip Oils are naturally abundant in antioxidant compounds and skin-conditioning nutrients that help maintain smoother, firmer and more supple-looking skin.

III.

BARRIER COMFORT

Baobab, Jojoba and Avocado Oils replenish moisture while reinforcing the skin's protective barrier to improve softness, comfort and hydration.

IV.

RESTORATIVE AROMATICS

Neroli and Grapefruit create a delicate floral citrus ritual that uplifts the senses while transforming daily body care into a calming moment of self-care.

Active Ingredients
ADAPTIVE ELASTICITY COMPLEX

ADAPTIVE ELASTICITY COMPLEX

[ Advanced Nutrient & Elasticity Support Complex ]

Adaptive Elasticity Complex™ delivers a concentrated network of essential omegas 3, 6 and 9, carotenoids, antioxidant tocopherols and bioflavonoids that work synergistically to replenish the skin's lipid reserves while supporting elasticity, suppleness and resilience. Inspired by the skin's remarkable ability to adapt through periods of change, this nutrient-rich complex helps maintain smoother, stronger and healthier-looking skin.

Benefits
Supports skin elasticity and suppleness while replenishing essential lipids, nourishing deeply and defending against oxidative stress.

Source
Essential Fatty Acids from Cold-pressed oils

BOTANICAL LIPID CONCENTRATE

BOTANICAL LIPID CONCENTRATE

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BOTANICAL LIPID CONCENTRATE

PHYTONUTRIENTS + ESSENTIAL OMEGAS

PHYTONUTRIENTS + ESSENTIAL OMEGAS

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PHYTONUTRIENTS + ESSENTIAL OMEGAS

NEROLI & GRAPEFRUIT

NEROLI & GRAPEFRUIT

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NEROLI & GRAPEFRUIT

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FAQ

Stretch Mark Botanical Body Oil is a facial-grade skin elasticity treatment developed to support skin through periods of change. Powered by Adaptive Elasticity Complex™, it combines cold-pressed botanical oils naturally rich in essential omegas 3, 6 and 9, carotenoids, antioxidant tocopherols and bioflavonoids to help replenish essential lipids, improve skin suppleness and support elasticity. Rather than simply coating the skin with moisture, it nourishes the skin with nutrient-dense botanical lipids that help maintain a smoother, more resilient appearance.
Yes. Stretch marks develop when the skin stretches faster than its collagen and elastin network can comfortably adapt. While no topical skincare can completely remove stretch marks, consistent use of Stretch Mark Botanical Body Oil helps improve skin hydration, elasticity and suppleness, supporting smoother, healthier-looking skin and improving the overall appearance of stretch marks over time.
Yes. The formula is suitable for use during pregnancy and postpartum and is designed to support skin as it stretches and changes. Its lightweight blend of cold-pressed botanical oils helps replenish moisture, improve comfort and maintain skin suppleness throughout pregnancy and beyond. If you have any concerns during pregnancy, consult your healthcare provider before introducing new skincare products.
Absolutely. Stretch marks can develop during periods of rapid growth, weight fluctuations, muscle gain or natural hormonal changes—not only during pregnancy. Stretch Mark Botanical Body Oil is suitable for anyone looking to improve skin elasticity, replenish moisture and support smoother, more resilient-looking skin.
Stretch marks occur when the skin expands more quickly than its underlying collagen and elastin network can comfortably adapt. Pregnancy, puberty, rapid growth, muscle development, weight fluctuations and hormonal changes can all contribute to their formation. Supporting the skin with nutrient-rich botanical lipids and maintaining optimal hydration can help improve elasticity and overall skin resilience.
Essential fatty acids, including omegas 3, 6 and 9, are key components of the skin's protective lipid barrier. They help replenish moisture, improve flexibility and support the skin's ability to remain supple during periods of stretching. Combined with antioxidant phytonutrients, they help maintain healthier-looking, more resilient skin.
Adaptive Elasticity Complex™ is African Botanics' proprietary blend of cold-pressed botanical oils naturally abundant in essential omegas, carotenoids, antioxidant tocopherols and bioflavonoids. This nutrient-rich complex helps replenish essential lipids, support skin elasticity and improve resilience, allowing skin to better adapt through periods of change.
Although both are advanced botanical treatment oils, they are formulated for different skin concerns.

Stretch Mark Botanical Body Oil is powered by Adaptive Elasticity Complex™ and is designed to support skin elasticity, suppleness and resilience during pregnancy, postpartum, weight fluctuations and other periods of change.

Nourishing & Restorative Body Oil is powered by Barrier Recovery Complex™ and is formulated to replenish depleted lipids, strengthen the skin barrier and relieve dryness, roughness and dehydration.

Choose Stretch Mark Botanical Body Oil when your primary concern is maintaining skin elasticity and improving the appearance of stretch marks. Choose Nourishing & Restorative Body Oil when your skin needs intensive barrier repair and long-lasting nourishment.
Crepey skin and stretch marks are different concerns, but both are associated with changes in skin elasticity and moisture levels. Stretch Mark Botanical Body Oil helps replenish essential lipids, improve suppleness and support skin elasticity, leaving skin smoother, softer and more resilient-looking with continued use.
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