My skin has been unusually dry because we have had an unusually cold winter here. Many of you have also been complaining about dry winter skin- so I thought that I would share one of my very favorite tried and true lotions that won't require an expensive trip to Barneys or Neiman Marcus! I have used Alba Botanica Natural Very Emollient Body Lotion Original for many years, and always have a bottle on hand.
This beautifully rich body lotion leaves my skin silky smooth and hydrated, and when my skin is especially dry I layer it over body oil. It has a lovely thick and emollient texture, and feels glorious. It has a clean fresh scent that dissipates soon after application. What does not disappear is how smooth, silky and soft it makes your skin feel. It is so rich and emollient that it keeps my skin moisturized all day long, therefore I do not need to reapply it during the day (save for my hands since I wash them throughout the day and thus require added moisture).
100% Vegetarian
No Animal Testing
Does not contain:
Artificial Colors
Parabens
Phthalates
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Sodium Myreth Sulfate.
Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil, Cetyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil(1), Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice(1), Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract(1), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract(1), Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Echinacea Angustifolia Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract(1), Allantoin, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Lecithin, Polysorbate 60, Potassium Hydroxide, Xanthan Gum, Alcohol(1), Benzoic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Amyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol, Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Linalool, Fragrance (Parfum). (1)Certified Organic Ingredient.
Overall assessment: I love this lotion, and just keep replacing it. I have nothing but good things to say about this lotion! I love it so much that I always buy the 32 oz. bottle, but should probably start buying the 1 gallon jug instead since it is a counter top staple at my house!
32 oz. I bought mine on sale at Whole Foods Market for $12.99
I really like this lotion too! It's fabulous! Have you tried Avalon Organics? I find them their lotions more luxurious yet they're texture much lighter and more aromatically pleasing.
ReplyDeleteHi piellebaby! I have only tried testers of Avalon Organics body lotions, and I really liked them. Your recommendation and description makes me want to go out and get one! More luxurious with a lighter texture and pleasing aroma?! SOLD! I will have to pick one up next time I go to Whole Foods! Thanks!!!!!!!! :D
DeleteToo bad it has perfume in it, even if it is one of the last ingredients. I just cannot tolerate anything with fragrance in it. I use the Neutrogenia moisturizing products for hands and body. You know, the Norwegian fisherman's formula (ha,ha) and the body emulsion. They all come with and without fragrance. I highly applaud Neutrogenis for producting their products in this manner, they keep customers with varying needs and preferences happy!
ReplyDeleteHi! They also have an unscented version- I have tried it, but never purchased it:
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Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil, Cetyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil(1), Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice(1), Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract(1), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract(1), Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Echinacea Angustifolia Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract(1), Allantoin, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Lecithin, Polysorbate 60, Potassium Hydroxide, Xanthan Gum, Alcohol(1), Benzoic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Phenoxyethanol. (1)Certified Organic Ingredient
I LOVE LOVE LOVE the Neutrogena Norwegian Formula Hand Cream- I haven't tried the Body Emulsion though! They definitely make some fantastic products! :-)
I buy the unscented version and have been using it for years. It is my HOLY GRAIL body lotion and I am sure alba and whole foods is happy to hear that! LOL
ReplyDeleteHi Olivia! I should probably try the unscented version next time. I think that I would have to classify their lotion as a HOLY GRAIL body lotion as well-- especially at the price point! I'm sure Alba and Whole Foods is happy that we love love it! LOL!! :-)
DeleteI have ever been using Vaseline body lotions. Do try the Cucumber/Aloe one too. You won't be disappointed.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the recommendation!
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