When my daughter was born, I remember feeling like the world had gone quiet. Everything revolved around her tiny hands, the rhythm of her breathing, the softness of her skin. I wanted to protect that softness from the cold air, from the rough fabrics, even from my own uncertainty about what was safe enough. Like so many new mothers, I found myself surrounded by advice and products, each one promising safety, purity, and love in a bottle. My shelves filled up with baby lotions, wipes, creams, and powders. But after a while, I began to wonder, did she really need all of this?

Motherhood has a way of simplifying you. You start to see that what your baby really needs isn't complicated. It's love, warmth, touch and the simplest, purest forms of nourishment. When I turned to Ayurveda, it felt like coming home to that truth. The ancient science didn't tell me to buy more. It whispered, "Less is more," and that's how I discovered the quiet power of Ayumi cold-pressed oils, Olive, Almond, Coconut, and Castor, nature's complete, gentle care system for babies and children.

A Mother's Realisation: The Power of Less

In those early months, I remember standing in the baby aisle, overwhelmed by choice. Every product claimed to be gentle, every label decorated with pastels and promises. Yet when I began reading the ingredients, I realised how many contained fragrances, stabilisers, and preservatives, things that had no business touching a newborn's skin.

So, I stripped it all back. I went back to what generations of mothers before us have trusted: pure, cold-pressed oils. It felt almost too simple at first. But when I massaged my daughter with warm oil for the first time, her body relaxing into my hands, her eyes soft and sleepy, I understood. This wasn't just skincare. It was bonding. It was communication. It was the language of love spoken through touch.

The Ayurvedic Way: Shishu Abhyanga and Bala Abhyanga

Ayurveda calls this sacred ritual Abhyanga, the rhythmic, loving massage that nourishes not only the skin but also the soul. For babies, it's known as Shishu Abhyanga, and for growing children, Bala Abhyanga. These rituals are not luxuries, they're daily expressions of care, designed to balance the doshas, calm the nervous system, strengthen the body, and deepen the bond between parent and child.

In Ayurvedic philosophy, oil is more than a moisturiser. It's food for the skin, Sneha, a word that also means love. That's the poetry of it: when you anoint your baby with oil, you are literally covering them in love. You're protecting them from dryness, friction, and overstimulation, while nourishing their growing tissues and promoting healthy circulation.

Every time I practised Abhyanga, I found that it wasn't only my daughter who felt calmer. I did too. The rhythmic motion, the stillness, the quiet, it became a kind of meditation. The more I did it, the more confident I became in her care, and in my own intuition as a mother.

Meet the Oils That Nurture from Birth to Puberty

When I discovered Ayumi cold-pressed oils, I loved that each offered a unique kind of nourishment, simple, pure, and completely aligned with Ayurvedic wisdom. Together, they form a natural system that can support your child's skin health from the newborn phase through puberty.

Olive Oil — The Protector

Rich in natural antioxidants and fatty acids, cold-pressed olive oil became my go-to for daily massage. It's intensely moisturising without being heavy, keeping her skin soft and supple. I used it after baths, especially in the cooler months, to shield her skin from dryness. It felt grounding, like wrapping her in warmth and care.

Almond Oil — The Comforter

When her skin felt dry or slightly irritated, cold-pressed almond oil was my gentle rescue. It's packed with vitamin E, which helps soothe inflammation and nourish deeply. There were evenings when her cheeks were chapped from the wind, and just a drop of almond oil would calm the redness overnight. Its delicate, natural aroma seemed to relax her instantly before bedtime.

Coconut Oil — The Healer

Organic Coconut oil was the one I reached for when she had any minor rashes or cradle cap. Its natural antibacterial and cooling qualities helped soothe irritation and keep her skin balanced. In summer, I'd use it to keep her body cool and prevent prickly heat. For her scalp, it supported soft, healthy hair growth.

Castor Oil — The Strengthener

I didn't expect to love castor oil, but over time, I began to see its quiet magic. I mixed a few drops with coconut oil to make it easier to spread, then applied it to her scalp. It nourished the roots, thickened her baby hair, and even seemed to strengthen her lashes and brows. In Ayurveda, castor oil is known for its regenerative power, a grounding, restorative tonic in every sense.

A Simple Routine That Connects and Protects

Over time, I stopped thinking of oiling as a chore and began to see it as a ritual, our daily act of connection. Even as my daughter grew older, our evening massage became our way to slow down, to breathe together before bedtime.

Here's how I used Ayumi oils in our daily routine, guided by both intuition and Ayurvedic wisdom:

1. Before Bath (Shishu Abhyanga)

I warmed a little oil between my palms, then massaged it gently from her scalp down to her toes. Long strokes for the arms and legs, small circles for the joints and tummy. It took about 15 minutes, but it was the most precious time of my day. Ayurveda says that the skin absorbs oil best when it's warm and relaxed, and I saw the truth in that, her skin glowed with vitality.

2. Bath Time

After about 20 minutes, I bathed her with lukewarm water and a soft cotton cloth, no harsh soaps, no bubbles, just clean, warm water. The oil protected her skin from drying out and kept it naturally hydrated.

3. After Bath

I patted her dry with a towel, leaving the skin slightly damp, then applied a light layer of almond or olive oil. Her skin stayed soft all day, even in winter, and she didn't need lotion or cream.

4. Hair & Scalp Care

Twice a week, I massaged her scalp with a mix of coconut and castor oil. As she grew older, this became a cherished ritual we shared. Her hair grew thick, strong, and shiny, but more than that, these quiet moments strengthened our bond.

Why Cold-Pressed Oils Matter

I learned that not all oils are created equal. The difference between cold-pressed and refined oils is like the difference between fresh juice and processed syrup. Cold-pressed oils are extracted gently, without heat or chemicals, preserving all their nutrients, antioxidants, and natural aroma.

Ayumi's cold-pressed range is pure and unrefined, nothing added, nothing removed. You can feel the difference in texture and see it in how the skin responds. It absorbs beautifully, without greasiness, and the skin feels nourished from within.

In a time where even baby products are often over-engineered, these oils reminded me of something essential, natural and straightforward.

The Emotional Power of Touch

There's something profoundly healing about the art of touch. When we massage our children, we're not just caring for their skin; we're communicating safety, love, and presence. Science now tells us what Ayurveda has always known, touch releases oxytocin, the "love hormone," in both parent and child. It strengthens the nervous system, improves sleep, and builds emotional security.

As mothers, we often look for ways to connect amidst the noise of daily life. Abhyanga offered me that stillness, a few minutes of presence in which the world outside didn't matter. And it wasn't only for mothers; when her father began joining in on the weekend massages, something shifted. It became a shared rhythm, a shared joy, a way for both of us to feel close to her in a way words can't reach.

From Baby Skin to Growing Skin

As my daughter grew, I noticed that the oils that once soothed her as a baby continued to support her skin through each stage, toddler scrapes, dry elbows, and summer sun. I never needed to switch to synthetic creams or lotions. Ayurveda had it right all along: until puberty, children's skin needs nothing more than nature's own oils.

This continuity from babyhood to childhood became something I cherished. The same oils that protected her in her first weeks continued to nourish her as she discovered the world, scraped her knees, and came home smelling of sunshine and stories.

Now, when she's old enough to oil her own skin, I smile watching her mimic those same gentle circular motions I once did for her. It feels like a circle, love handed down in touch and tradition.

Motherhood has a way of teaching us that the purest forms of care are often the simplest. At Ayumi, we’ve always believed that true nourishment comes from nature’s own touch, gentle, honest, and complete. Our journey, rooted in Ayurvedic wisdom and the power of cold-pressed oils, has been guided by that belief. And it fills us with immense joy to see this philosophy recognised and celebrated.

This year, Ayumi Pure Olive Oil 150ml won Gold at the Bambini Kids Awards for Best Kid’s Skin Product, honouring its gentle, protective care for delicate skin. Ayumi Pure Castor Oil earned Silver in the Green Bambini Baby Awards for Best Product for Hair Loss in New Mums, acknowledging its nourishing, restorative power. And Ayumi Pure Sweet Almond Oil 150ml received Bronze for Best Natural Baby Oil, a testament to its soothing, comforting touch for little ones.

Each of these awards is more than a recognition, it’s a reflection of the trust that families place in Ayumi, and of our commitment to keeping skincare pure, mindful, and true to its roots. From baby-soft beginnings to growing, glowing skin, Ayumi cold-pressed oils continue to celebrate what matters most love, touch, and nature’s timeless simplicity.

The Ayumi Philosophy: Pure, Gentle, Complete

Ayumi's cold-pressed Olive, Almond, Coconut, and Castor oils are more than skincare, they are a philosophy of trust. They honour the Ayurvedic belief that what touches the skin should be as pure as what we eat. No chemicals, no fragrances, no preservatives. Just nature's simplicity, bottled with care.

From the first touch to the growing years, these oils offer a complete, natural routine that nurtures, hydrates, and protects delicate skin while connecting you to a more profound, quieter joy of mindful parenting.

Conclusion: The Simplicity of Love

Reflecting on my experiences, I recognise that motherhood taught me a lesson aligned with the principles of Ayurveda: nature has provided us with everything we need.  We don't have to complicate what's already perfect.

All your child truly needs for beautiful, healthy skin is oil and love, the kind that comes from your hands, your heart, and the wisdom of nature.

Ayumi cold-pressed oils are more than just products, they represent a commitment to purity and simplicity.  From baby skin to growing skin, they remind us that purity is not found on a label but in the quiet confidence that less is always more.