We love adding this to our bedtime routine! The lavender scent is so nice and my little one seems to really enjoy the massage. Will definitely keep using it!
Magnesium + lavender bedtime cream
Moon Cream
4.815,894 reviews from momsFive minutes to goodnight.
A rich, soft cream for the massage step of a simple bedtime ritual. Same steps, same scent, every night, so your little one learns that bedtime is coming.
- Turns bedtime into three simple steps anyone can follow
- Magnesium, lavender oil, shea butter and grape seed oil
- Soft and fast-absorbing, never greasy
- No melatonin, nothing to swallow
- 90-night money-back guarantee
- Free 3–5 day shipping on subscriptions
- Founded by a mom
We use this every night after bath time. My daughter loves it and I love having a consistent little ritual we can do together before bedtime.
How to use
1. Bath or warm wipe. Pajamas on, lights still up.
2. Moon Cream massage, 3 minutes. Warm a grape-sized scoop between your hands. Legs, arms, back. Same strokes every night.
3. Lights low, 2 minutes. One song, one cuddle, into the crib.
Patch test first. Avoid the face, hands and broken skin.
Ingredients
Magnesium chloride, lavender oil (Lavandula angustifolia), shea butter (Butyrospermum parkii) and grape seed oil (Vitis vinifera).
Size and details
3.5 oz: one 100 g jar, about two weeks of nightly massages. 7 oz: two 100 g jars, about a month.
Each jar is 6.8 cm wide and comes in its own box, exactly as pictured.
Shelf life: 3 years unopened. Store in a cool, dry place. Made in China.
Shipping and returns
One-time orders: $6.99 tracked shipping, arriving in 7–14 days. Subscriptions: free shipping, arriving in 3–5 days.
90-night guarantee: if Moon Cream hasn't earned its place in your routine, email us for a refund. No need to send it back.
Moon Cream7 oz · $41.99
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Subscribe & save 25%Magnesium + lavenderShea butter + grape seed oilA 3-minute massageSame steps every nightWhoever's on bedtime90 nights to love itSubscribe & save 25%Magnesium + lavenderShea butter + grape seed oilA 3-minute massageSame steps every nightWhoever's on bedtime90 nights to love it
The Goodnight Cue
Three steps. Every night. Whoever's on bedtime.
Babies don't know it's night. They learn it from cues: the same things, in the same order, every evening.
When bedtime changes every night, there's nothing to learn, so every night starts from zero. The Moon Cream massage is the step your little one comes to recognise by touch and scent. A cue, not a crutch.
- 5–10 min
Bath or warm wipe
Warm water, soft towel, pajamas on. The evening has begun.
- 3 min
Moon Cream massage
Warm a little between your hands. Legs, arms, back. Same strokes and the same soft lavender scent, every night.
- 2 min
Lights low
One song, one cuddle, into the crib. Goodnight.
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From other moms
What bedtime looks like now
Real reviews from moms who've made Moon Cream part of their night.
4.8
Based on 15,894 reviews
My daughter loves this cream. It smells wonderful and makes our nighttime routine feel a little more special. Highly recommend!
I was looking for something to add to my baby's bedtime routine and came across this. The texture is great, not too greasy, and the lavender scent is lovely.
Such a nice product! We use it after bath time for a little massage before bed. My son seems so relaxed afterward. Will be purchasing again!
Love the smell of this! It has become part of our nightly routine and my baby enjoys getting his little leg and foot massage before bed.
I honestly didn't expect to like this as much as I do. The cream feels really nice on the skin and absorbs well. The lavender scent is just right.
We use this every night after bath time. My daughter loves it and I love having a consistent little ritual we can do together before bedtime.
Smells SO good! I've tried a few different bedtime products, but this is by far my favorite. It makes our nighttime routine feel much more calming.
Bought this for my little boy and we absolutely love it. The cream is smooth, easy to apply, and leaves his skin feeling soft.
This has quickly become a bedtime essential in our house. A little massage, pajamas, and then story time. Such a simple but lovely addition to our routine!
The lavender smell is amazing without being overpowering. My little one enjoys the massage and it gives us a nice way to wind down at the end of the day.
Really happy with this purchase! I love that it has shea butter and grape seed oil. It leaves my baby's skin feeling soft and moisturized.
My son gets so excited when he sees the little jar now. We make it part of his bedtime routine every night. Definitely ordering another one!
Love everything about this cream. The consistency is nice, it spreads easily, and the scent is so relaxing. Makes bath time to bedtime a little easier.
A friend recommended this to me and I'm so glad I tried it. My daughter loves her little bedtime massage and I love how soft her skin feels afterward!
We have been using this for a few weeks now and really enjoy it. It smells great and has become a consistent part of our nightly routine. Love it!
Such a cute product and it actually works really nicely as a massage cream. My baby is usually very active before bed, so having a quiet little routine together is wonderful.
I love the lavender scent and how easily the cream rubs into the skin. No sticky feeling afterward. We will definitely continue using this!
This is one of my favorite additions to our nighttime routine. My husband even uses it when he does bedtime! The whole family loves the smell.
We love this stuff! I use it after my baby's bath for a gentle little massage before putting on pajamas. It makes bedtime feel like such a special time together.
The jar is bigger than I expected! We use a little on her legs after bath time. Really like how easily it spreads.
My toddler has officially decided that this is part of getting ready for bed. He asks for his "smelly cream" every night. It's become a cute little tradition.
I was mostly interested in the ingredient list. I like that it has shea butter and grape seed oil instead of feeling like another heavily fragranced lotion.
The lavender scent is lovely, although I personally wish it lasted a little longer. Overall, a nice cream and a good addition to our evening routine.
Bought one for my sister's baby shower and ended up getting another for myself. The packaging is adorable. Such a thoughtful little bedtime gift.
Not going to lie, I bought this because I wanted to try the whole bedtime massage idea. My daughter actually sits still for it, which is a small miracle!
We keep it on the changing table so we don't forget. A little on the feet, fresh pajamas, and a book. Nothing complicated, but I really enjoy having that routine.
The texture was my biggest concern because I hate greasy lotions. This one is surprisingly easy to rub in. No complaints so far.
My mom actually noticed the lavender smell when she was babysitting and asked what I was using. Now she has a jar at her house too!
We've had a pretty hectic few months with a new baby, and I'm trying to be more intentional about slowing down at night. This has been a nice part of that.
A little goes a long way. I initially used way too much, but figured out a small amount is plenty for both legs. The jar should last us a while.
My husband thought it was just regular lotion until he smelled it. Now he is the one who remembers to use it after bath time. Funny how that worked out.
I like the idea behind this product more than anything. It's an easy way to make the last few minutes of the day feel less rushed. The scent is a bonus.
The cream is nice, but I would love a pump version. It's a little tricky getting the lid off when I'm holding a wiggly baby with the other hand.
We've tried a lot of different baby lotions and this one has a much nicer texture than some of the others. Soft, smooth, and not overly thick.
I bought this on a recommendation from a parenting group. So far, I'm mainly enjoying the massage part of the routine. It's a nice moment of connection at the end of the day.
My little guy has very busy feet and hands, so getting him to slow down is not always easy. He seems to enjoy having his feet massaged with this. Cute product!
The scent is gentle and the cream doesn't leave that slippery residue some products do. I appreciate that because I put his pajamas on right afterward.
This was an impulse purchase, but I'm glad I got it. I don't think bedtime needs another complicated step. This is quick, simple, and something we both enjoy.
One of those little purchases that makes motherhood feel a bit sweeter. We do a quick massage, turn the lights down, and read his favorite book. It's become our thing.
405babies and toddlers in the study
Why routines work
A nightly routine changed bedtime in two weeks.
Researchers asked families to follow the same three steps every night: a bath, a massage, then quiet time.
- Children fell asleep faster
- Night wakings dropped
- Mothers reported less tension and fatigue
Mindell et al., SLEEP, 2009. The study looked at a bedtime routine, not at Moon Cream itself.
What's inside
Gentle on little skin
Four ingredients doing the work, in a soft cream made for little arms and legs.
Magnesium
The bedtime mineral
The ingredient parents already ask for by name, in a rich cream made for the massage step.
Lavender oil
The goodnight scent
Soft and familiar. The same scent every night becomes part of the cue.
Shea butter
Rich moisture
Leaves little arms and legs soft by morning.
Grape seed oil
Light glide
Helps the cream spread and sink in without a greasy feel.
Every ingredient, explained
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Magnesium chlorideMineralMagnesium Chloride
A mineral salt and the heart of the classic bedtime-cream formula.
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Lavender oilBotanicalLavandula Angustifolia Oil
Gives Moon Cream its soft, familiar scent, the part of the cue your little one learns.
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Shea butterBotanicalButyrospermum Parkii Butter
A rich plant butter that cushions skin in moisture through the night.
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Grape seed oilBotanicalVitis Vinifera Seed Oil
A light oil that helps the cream glide during the massage and absorb without residue.
Official ingredient list with percentages: [TBC] (on its way from the lab).
Who it's for
Babies and toddlers from 3 months. For younger babies, do the ritual with warm, dry hands. Patch test first. Not for broken skin. If your little one has eczema, allergies or very sensitive skin, check with your pediatrician first.
A plan beats a hundred tips
Not a sleep fix. A bedtime they can recognise.
| Compare | The Moon Cream ritual | Winging it |
|---|---|---|
| Bedtime | The same 3 steps, every night | Different every night |
| Bath to crib | About 15 minutes | An hour, sometimes more |
| Who can do it | Anyone, with the same steps | Usually just you |
| What baby learns | Bath, cream, lights low means night | Nothing to hold on to yet |
| Little skin | Soft, with shea and grape seed oil | Dry after the bath |
| Your evening | Five calm minutes together | Running on empty |
From our founder
If you’re reading this at 3am with a baby who won’t settle, I’ve been exactly where you are.
If you’re going through it right now, please hear this: you’re not failing. You’re tired because you love that little one so much. And you’re not alone.
Asha
Founder, Sleep Organics
Read Asha’s storyOur promise
90 nights to love it.
Use Moon Cream every night for up to 90 nights. If it hasn't earned its place in your bedtime routine, email us and we'll refund you. No need to send it back.
Questions
Good questions, honest answers
Something else on your mind? Write to us. A real person replies.
What is Moon Cream?
A rich, soft body cream with magnesium, lavender oil, shea butter and grape seed oil, made for the massage step of your bedtime routine. It's a moisturizing cream, not a medicine or sleep aid, and it doesn't contain melatonin.
What age is it for?
We recommend Moon Cream from 3 months, in line with pediatric guidance on baby massage creams. For younger babies, do the same ritual with warm, dry hands. If your little one has eczema, allergies or very sensitive skin, check with your pediatrician first, and patch test before first use.
Is lavender safe for my baby?
Moon Cream uses lavender oil for its soft scent; you'll find it on the full ingredient list. Patch test first: a little on the inside of the arm, then wait 24 hours. Keep it away from the face and hands, and don't use it on broken skin.
You may have read about lavender oil and hormones in young boys. Those were a handful of case reports, and the effects went away once the products were stopped. If it's a concern, or your little one has eczema, allergies or very sensitive skin, check with your pediatrician first.
Does magnesium really absorb through the skin?
Honest answer: the research on magnesium absorbing through skin is still thin. We include it because it's the classic bedtime-cream ingredient parents ask for. The real work is done by the ritual: the same touch, the same scent and the same order, every night.
Will it become another sleep prop?
It's a cue, not a crutch. The massage happens before lights out while your little one is awake, so it signals that bedtime is coming. It works alongside whatever approach you use, sleep training or not.
Can my partner or Grandma do it?
Yes, that's the point. Same three steps, whoever's on bedtime. The free Wind-Down guide includes a one-page card for the fridge.
How much do I use, and how long does it last?
A small scoop, about the size of a grape, warmed between your hands. The 3.5 oz jar lasts about two weeks of nightly massages, and the 7 oz size (two jars) about a month.
How does the subscription work?
Subscribers save 25% on every delivery and get free 3–5 day shipping. Deliveries come every 28 days, and you can skip, change or cancel anytime from your account. No commitment.
What if it doesn't work for us?
You have 90 nights to decide. If Moon Cream hasn't earned its place in your routine, email us for a refund. No need to send it back.
Where do you ship, and how long does it take?
We ship across the US with tracking. One-time orders are $6.99 and arrive in 7–14 days. Subscription deliveries ship free and arrive in 3–5 days.
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