Dabur Lal Tail
Dabur Lal Tail (or Dabur Lal Tel) is an ayurvedic proprietary product manufactured by Dabur India Limited. It is very famous ayurvedic massage oil used in India for boosting the overall physical growth of infants. It increases the strength of bone, joint and muscle and improves height and weight of babies. In classical ayurvedic medicine, Chandanbala Laxadi Oil and Bala Ashwagandha Oil are used for getting similar benefits.
Dabur Lal Tail Ingredients (Composition)
| Ingredients | Quantity used for preparing 100 ml Dabur Lal Tel |
| Shankhpushpi – (Convolvulus Pluricaulis) | 37.04 grams |
| Masha (black lentil or Urad Dal) – Phaseolus Mungo | 9.88 grams |
| Ratanjot (Alkanet) – Alkanna Tinctoria Tanscher | 1.23 grams |
| Karpura – Cinnamomum Camphora, N&E, leaves, Satva | 0.925 grams |
| Sarala Taila – Pinus Longifolia Roxb. Sapwood, volatile oil | 1.85 grams |
| Tila Tail (sesame oil) – Sesamum Indicum, seed, oil | Q.S. to 100 ml |
Pharmacological Actions
Shankhpushpi and Masha in Dabur Lal Tail improve strength. Shankhpushpi and Ratanjot improve complexion and quality of the skin. Cinnamomum Camphora and Ratanjot prevent skin diseases. Sarala Taila and Tila Tail (sesame oil) increase circulation and strengthens muscles and bones.
Indications
Dabur Lal Tel is used as regular massage oil for babies to improve bone and muscle strength and promote the overall physical growth.
Benefits of Dabur Lal Tail
According to clinical study, massage with Dabur Lal Tail likely to provide following benefits:
- Improve overall physical growth of babies
- Improve strength of bone and muscles
- Prevent skin diseases
- Promotes good sleep
Safety Profile
Dabur Lal Tail is considerably safe for massage or external use.
Side Effects
There are no side effects observed with Dabur Lal Tail.
Precautions
Avoid its contact with eyes and mouth.
Manufactures
- Dabur India Limited
FAQs about Dabur Lal Tail
Generally, most doctors advise massage with Coconut Oil, but Dabur Lal Tail contains sesame oil. Is Dabur Lal Oil safe to use on baby’s soft skin?
According to Ayurveda, Coconut Oil is best for massage during hot summer and humid climates. However, in winters, sesame oil is best and it is time tested for skin safety in Ayurveda
. Therefore, Dabur Lal Oil should be considerably safe and it is also dermatologically tested for skin safety.
In which season should Dabur Lal Tail be used?
Sesame oil is the base oil for Dabur Lal Tail, so it should be best in winters.
Is it necessary to warm Dabur Lal Tail before massaging?
No, but warming the oil increases absorption and efficacy of the oil. In winters, it is advisable to warm the Dabur Lal Oil before the massage.
Does it really increase height and weight of the baby?
According to clinical research conducted in Pediatrics department of Jawaharlal Nehru College, Massage with Dabur Lal Tail is likely to promote weight and height.
How does Dabur Lal Tel promote bones growth?
Actually, oil massage (regardless the oil) promotes the growth of bones by stimulating bone formation and improving circulation. However, the exact mechanism is yet unknown. Application of Dabur Lal Tel alone may not help, but 15 to 30 minutes massage with it will be helpful.
For how long should I massage my baby with Dabur Lal Tel?
It should be between 15 minutes to half an hour per session once a day for 5 to 6 days per week.
Can I mix coconut oil in Dabur Lal Tail?
Yes, coconut oil can be added in Dabur Lal Tail, Dabur Lal Tail should be used alone for best results.
Hi, first of all I would like to appreciate your valuable information about Dabur lal tail oil. Today I bought this oil for my baby and will apply it as per your usage tips, but I have one doubt – Will this oil help to improve baby color?
Thanks in advance.
The main purpose of using Dabur lal tail is to strengthen muscles and bones and improve the skin health. It might not have any effect on skin color, but it will improve skin glow.
While my 2 year old kid was playing with the oil bottle accidentally a couple of drops went in his eyes, I rinsed his eyes with lukewarm water. The irritation in his eyes left in a couple of minutes.
Does any ingredients of the oil has any bad effect on the vision? Please help…
1. Can Dabur lal tail be applied on 2 days old new born ? How old should the baby be to start applying the Dabur lal tail?
2. Does Dabur lal tail darken the skin ?
Can we apply Dabur Lal Tail on 2 days old baby scalp? if not how old the baby should be to apply the Dabur lal tail to apply on scalp ?
In which sesaon is this oil best?
I have been using it since 15 days on my newborn is it safe to use on newborn I can see my baby becoming dark at what age is it proper to use
Changes in baby’s skin color is a normal response to a health condition, age or environmental factors, sometimes due to immature blood circulation. Lal tail might not be the cause for the change in skin color.
In my opinion, coconut oil is the best oil for baby massage, especially during summers. In winters, Lal Tail should be well suitable.