A highly nutritive, baby-safe body ubtan made with organic ingredients, enriched with sun dried powders of assorted legumes, citrus fruits, and whole grains.
The age-old ritual of bathing your little one using an ubtan was practiced to get rid of skin impurities and bring out the natural skin tone. The delicate skin of a baby requires special care and attention and this bath ubtan offers a gentle way to exfoliate.
For your baby's comfort and safety, we recommend a patch test prior to full use.
Free From Harsh Chemicals
Clean Beauty, Thoughtfully Made
Tested for Skin Safety
Made With Natural Ingredients
RICE POWDER
Aids in enhancing cellular regeneration.
DAL POWDERS BLEND
Acts as a potent skin exfoliator.
DEHYDRATED ORANGE PEEL
Gives vitamin C boost to the skin.
DEHYDRATED ROSE
Soothes skin and provides a calming effect.
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Take sufficient amount of the ubtan in a bowl. Make a paste using fresh cream or milk. After the daily oil massage, rub the ubtan paste onto the baby’s body. Rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry.
Use daily in your baby’s shower routine.
What are the benefits of using baby ubtan?
Baby ubtan gently cleanses and exfoliates the skin to remove everyday impurities and dead skin cells. Its blend of rice, lentil, orange peel and rose powders helps leave the skin feeling soft, clean and nourished.
What age group can use this ubtan for babies?
This ubtan for babies is suitable for children aged 6 months to 12 years. Always perform a patch test before applying it to the entire body, especially when using it for the first time.
Can I use this ubtan for a newborn baby?
No, the product page recommends it for babies aged 6 months and above, so it should not be used as an ubtan for newborn baby care. Consult a paediatrician before introducing any new skincare product to a newborn.
How should I use this baby ubtan powder?
Take a sufficient amount of baby ubtan powder in a bowl and mix it with milk or fresh cream to form a smooth paste. After an oil massage, gently rub the paste over the baby's body, rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry.
Can this ubtan for kids be used every day?
Yes, this ubtan for kids can be included in the child's daily bathing routine. Use gentle pressure while applying it and reduce the frequency if the skin becomes dry or irritated.
Is baby ubtan for fairness effective?
Baby ubtan for fairness should not be expected to change a child's natural skin colour. It may help remove surface impurities and dead skin cells, making the skin look cleaner, smoother and more refreshed.
Is this ubtan for babies suitable for sensitive skin?
The formula is designed for delicate skin, but every child's skin can react differently. Check the ingredient list and perform a patch test before regular use, particularly if the child has sensitive skin or known allergies.
How soon can I expect results from this baby ubtan?
Results vary depending on the child's skin and frequency of use. With consistent application, improvements in skin softness, cleanliness and texture may become noticeable within 2-3 weeks.
Who should avoid using this ubtan for kids?
Avoid using the product if the child is allergic to rice, lentils, orange peel, rose, lavender oil or any other listed ingredient. Stop use and consult a healthcare professional if redness, itching or irritation occurs.
How should I store the baby ubtan powder?
Store the baby ubtan powder in a cool, clean and dry place away from direct sunlight. Close the pack tightly and prevent water or moisture from entering it.
Is this baby ubtan made from all-natural organic ingredients?
Yes, this baby ubtan is formulated with rice, urad dal, moong dal, and chana dal powders alongside orange peel, rose petal, and lavender oil, with only a natural preservative added. There are no synthetic dyes or fillers in the mix.
What's the difference between this ubtan for babies and a regular soap or body wash?
Unlike a liquid soap, this ubtan for babies is a dry powder mixed into a paste with milk or cream before application, following the traditional bathing ritual sometimes called Nalugu. It exfoliates gently rather than just cleansing, which is the intended effect of using rice and lentil powders as the base rather than a foaming cleanser.
Can adults use this baby ubtan powder too or is it strictly for children?
While formulated with children in mind, the plant-based ingredients and gentle exfoliation in this baby ubtan powder aren't restricted to a child's skin chemistry, so the same soft texture can work for adult skin too. It isn't marketed as an adult product, but nothing in the ingredient list makes it unsuitable for wider family use.
How long does a 250g pack of this ubtan for kids last with daily use?
This ubtan for kids comes in a 250g pack, and since only a small amount is needed per bath session, it typically lasts several weeks with daily use. Usage will vary depending on how much paste is made each time and the child's body size.
Does this baby ubtan for fairness contain any bleaching agents or harsh chemicals?
No, this baby ubtan for fairness relies entirely on plant-based powders like rice, dal, and citrus peel rather than any bleaching or skin-lightening chemicals. Any brightening effect comes from removing surface impurities and dead skin, not from altering natural pigmentation.
What should I use instead of this ubtan for newborn baby care before they turn 6 months old?
Since this product is recommended only from 6 months onward, it isn't suitable as an ubtan for newborn baby skincare in the earliest months. For a newborn, a paediatrician can suggest gentler, purpose-built alternatives until the baby is old enough for this formula.
What's the shelf life of this baby ubtan powder and how is it packaged?
This baby ubtan powder has a shelf life of 24 months from the date of manufacturing and comes packaged in a compact container measuring roughly 13 by 5 by 20 cm. Keeping the pack sealed tightly after each use helps it stay fresh through that period.
Does this ubtan for babies leave a fragrance or is it unscented?
This ubtan for babies has a natural, mild fragrance coming from its rose and lavender oil content, rather than an added synthetic perfume. The scent is a byproduct of the plant-based ingredients rather than a separately fragranced formula.
Know about the benefits
Gently Exfoliates
Gently exfoliates the tender skin of baby to get rid of impurities and promote healthy skin.
Nourishes Skin
Has nutrient rich properties that enhances cellular regeneration and promotes soft and soothing skin.
APSARA THE STORY BEHIND THE PRODUCT
Bathing an infant is a difficult task on the best of days. For first-time mothers operating on little sleep, Mandara’s handmade ubtan for babies is a blessing in multiple ways. Not only does the ubtan cleanse and brighten the child’s sensitive skin, but it also improves the internal respiration of the epithelial cells— which helps to maintain the baby’s body temperature at an optimum level. As Mandara always reminds new mothers, a comfortable baby is calm baby; and a calm baby is easier to bathe and easier to put to bed.
Celebrations of childbirth and childrearing are when all the households of the village wait for Mandara’s arrival and her gifts for the mother and the infant. It is thus a matter of pride for Old School to be the guardians of her family’s time-honored rituals so we can pass them on to you as traditions always should be!
PRODUCT CERTIFICATIONS
Your Right Ritual
Shelf Life: 24 months (from date of mfg.)
Country of Origin: India
Dimension (LxWxH) in cm: 13*5*20