Grape Edible Massage Oil 2 oz

What this is

Grape Edible Massage Oil is a grape-flavoured massage oil in a 2 fl oz (60 mL) bottle, sold here as one bottle in one flavour. The front of the bottle is printed "Edible Massage Oil" above a grape-cluster illustration, with the net contents set out along the bottom edge of the label as 2 FL. OZ. - 60 mL. The container is a squat amber plastic bottle fitted with a black flip-top cap, and it carries the manufacturer product code EB-MSE207 in this catalogue. It belongs to Earthly Body's flavoured massage oil range, which also appears in watermelon, French vanilla, cherry and strawberry.

This is a topical massage product for use on the skin. It is not a food and it is not a dietary supplement, and it is not sold as either. Use it the way any massage oil is used, and follow the directions and cautions printed on the bottle you receive.

The bottle and the format

At 2 fl oz, this is a travel-sized bottle rather than a full-sized pump bottle, which is why it sits in our Travel Size range alongside other compact bottles. The volume is small enough to keep in a bedside drawer, an overnight bag or a weekend case without taking up meaningful room, and small enough that the bottle is easy to hold and tip one-handed during use.

The flip-top cap matters more than it sounds. A flip-top opens and closes with one hand and one thumb, which is the practical difference between a bottle you can use mid-massage and one you have to unscrew and set down. It also closes flush, so the bottle travels upright in a bag without the slow seep that an open-pour neck can produce.

The amber bottle is opaque rather than clear. Opaque packaging is the normal choice for oil-based cosmetics because light exposure is what degrades oils over time, and it has the side benefit that the contents are not on display on a shelf or nightstand.

How an oil-based massage product behaves

Oil-based massage products behave differently from water-based and silicone-based ones, and knowing which of the three you have in your hand is the single most useful thing to understand before you open the bottle. These are general properties of each category rather than statements about this particular formula.

• Oil-based products stay slippery for a long working time without needing to be reactivated, because they do not contain water that can evaporate during use. They have a richer, more cushioned feel on the skin, which is why massage products in particular tend to be oil-based. They are the most likely of the three to mark fabric, and they are the category that is not compatible with latex.
• Water-based products rinse off with plain water and are the least likely to mark bedding, but they thin out and go tacky as the water leaves them, so they need topping up or reactivating with a little water.
• Silicone-based products stay on the skin a long time and are not absorbed, but they need soap to come off and can damage silicone toys on contact.

Because this is an oil, plan for the two practical consequences: put a towel down, and do not pair it with latex. Both are category facts, not shortcomings of the bottle.

How to use it

Warm a small amount between your palms first, then apply it to the skin and work it in with broad, slow strokes. A massage oil goes further than most people expect, so start with roughly a coin-sized pour and add more only if the glide starts to drag — over-applying is the usual reason an oil feels greasy rather than smooth.

Always follow the directions, cautions and ingredient list printed on the bottle you receive, as those are supplied by the manufacturer and take precedence over any general guidance here. Keep the cap closed between uses and store the bottle somewhere cool, dry and out of direct sunlight. Keep it out of reach of children.

For external use on intact skin only. Do not apply it to broken, irritated or sunburned skin, and keep it away from the eyes. If you get it in your eyes, rinse with plenty of water.

Who it's for

This suits adults 18 and over who want a flavoured massage oil in a small bottle rather than a large one. The 2 fl oz size is the sensible pick if you are trying a flavour for the first time and would rather not commit to a big bottle, if you want something that packs for a trip, or if you like keeping two or three different flavours on hand instead of one large bottle of a single one.

Grape is one of five flavours in this range, next to watermelon, French vanilla, cherry and strawberry. If you already know you like grape-flavoured products, this is the straightforward choice; if you do not, one of our other massage oils or flavoured edibles may suit you better.

It is not suitable for anyone with a known sensitivity to cosmetic oils or flavouring agents, and it is not suitable for use with latex barrier products.

Good to know

Oil-based products are not compatible with latex. Oils weaken latex, so this should not be used together with latex condoms, latex dams or latex gloves. If a barrier method is part of your plans, use a water-based product instead, or check that your barrier is a non-latex type rated by its own manufacturer for use with oils.

Patch test before first use if you have sensitive skin or any history of reacting to cosmetics. Apply a small amount to the inside of the forearm, leave it for a day, and check for redness or itching before using it more widely. Stop using it and speak to a healthcare professional if your skin reacts.

Oil can stain. Wash hands before handling light-coloured bedding or clothing, and launder any marked fabric promptly, since set oil marks are harder to shift. A towel under you is the simplest answer.

If you have an allergy, read the ingredient list printed on the bottle before you use it. The bottle you receive is the authority on its own contents, directions and cautions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much oil is in the bottle?

The bottle holds 2 fl oz, which is 60 mL, as printed along the bottom of the front label. One bottle is supplied.

Can I use this with latex condoms?

No. This is an oil-based product, and oils weaken latex, so it should not be used with latex condoms or other latex barriers. Choose a water-based product if you need latex compatibility.

What flavour is it, and what else does the range come in?

This bottle is grape. The same 2 fl oz flavoured massage oil range also appears in watermelon, French vanilla, cherry and strawberry, so you can keep several flavours on hand in the same small format.

Will it wash out of sheets?

Oil-based products can leave marks on fabric and are harder to wash out than water-based ones. Lay a towel down before use and launder any marked fabric promptly rather than leaving it.

How will my order be packaged?

Every order ships in plain, unbranded outer packaging with nothing on the outside indicating what is inside or which store it came from. The billing descriptor on your statement is a neutral business name rather than the store name.

Product information compiled and reviewed by the Gear Isle product team. We transcribe product specifications directly from manufacturer packaging. Found an error? Tell us.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For adults 18 and over. Consult a licensed healthcare professional before use, especially if you have a medical condition or a known allergy to any listed ingredient. Keep out of reach of children.