Expensive lotion

33girl · #1 07-09-2007, 10:18 AM

I thought this was going to be a "put the lotion in the basket" type thread.

Really cheap lotion (like dollar store stuff) is disgusting and watery, but other than that I think it's really pretty much all the same. BBW & Vicky's Secret stuff might say $9 on the bottle, but they've got so many sales that I don't think you ever need to actually pay that.

Oh, and I use a bunch of different ones, not the same one all the time, depending on what cologne I wear.

ZTAngel · #2 07-09-2007, 11:05 AM

I find that I break out if I use cheaper lotion but that's just my skin. Everyone is different. I use Clinique's Dramatically Different Lotion. I like it because it's not too thick but also not too watery. Plus it doesn't clog my pores.

1908Revelations · #3 07-09-2007, 02:39 PM

I use Johnson & Johnson Baby lotion.

AlphaFrog · #4 07-09-2007, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by ZTAngel

I find that I break out if I use cheaper lotion but that's just my skin.

I break out on my legs with cheap lotion.

I've also noticed that my skin doesn't hold fragrence very well....I can wash with scented soap/bodywash or use lotion and I can't smell it. Except when it's some nasty smelling stuff. Plumeria smells horrible on me. When you're trying new lotion, get a sample and actually put it on your skin, because everyone's skin reacts differently.

VandalSquirrel · #5 07-09-2007, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by 33girl

I thought this was going to be a "put the lotion in the basket" type thread.

Really cheap lotion (like dollar store stuff) is disgusting and watery, but other than that I think it's really pretty much all the same. BBW & Vicky's Secret stuff might say $9 on the bottle, but they've got so many sales that I don't think you ever need to actually pay that.

Oh, and I use a bunch of different ones, not the same one all the time, depending on what cologne I wear.

I kept hearing ala Silence of the Lambs "It rubs the lotion on the skin, or else its get the hose again"

I'm a huge fan of tinted lotion for my legs, but for generic use I've had decent luck with Dove, Olay, Aveeno, etc. from my local RiteAid (CVS other places). They are really great about returns, so if it doesn't work for you, no problem. BBW is also good with returns and exchanges. Benefit also has a great line of face and body skin care.

tld221 · #6 07-09-2007, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by AlwaysSAI

I'm not sure what is meant by "expensive lotion". To me, bath & body works is expensive, but I'm willing to pay the exta for the body cream.

here here. if it's more than $5-6/bottle, its staying on the shelf. i'll only buy B&BW/VS/Body Shop if it smells really good or if i get a gift card there. it's just out of the way for me - if im in a mall, i have no compelling reason to go in any of these stores.

(then again, Satsumi from Body Shop is AMAZING!)

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Originally Posted by 33girl

I thought this was going to be a "put the lotion in the basket" type thread.

Really cheap lotion (like dollar store stuff) is disgusting and watery

LOL at "put the lotion in the basket."
seriously. watery lotion gives me the creeps and makes me kinda itchy.

Glitter650 · #7 07-09-2007, 06:11 PM

I have all different types of lotion around... Bath and Body works stuff, Jergens shave minimizing, St. Ives, I actually think Aveeno works the best for me... but I like having one that smells good around too, and the shave minimizing one by Jergens works really well. I just usually buy whatever's on sale at Target,
Sometimes I get a gift of some good smelling lotion from some fancy store, and I like it, but it doesn't necessarily work any better.

SWTXBelle · #8 07-09-2007, 06:44 PM

With my thyroid condition, dry skin became a real problem. I love Gold Bond Ultimate Lotion for Extremely Dry Skin. I also use plain ol' Vaseline on my knees and elbows overnight. Bath and Body Works "Look Ma, New Hands" is also good. HTH

sageofages · #9 07-09-2007, 06:55 PM

Simply.....

Bert's Bees.

It is the best *for* me that I have ever found. I appreciate its 100% natural (non-petrol) vegetable/plant base. The foot cream is a divine gift and the almond handle lotion is my main choice.

PeppyGPhiB · #10 07-09-2007, 07:10 PM

It depends on the type of lotion...

For the face (day) I like Oil of Olay Complete w/SPF 15.

For the face (night) I like a high quality thicker one like Origins Nite-a-Mins moisturizer, or Khiel's Lycopene Moisturizing Cream.

For the body I like good ol' Lubriderm.

For the hands, I really love Neutrogena Norwegian Formula (the best for cracked, sore skin in winter), and L'Occitane Shea Butter Hand Cream (LOVE the smell of it).

I won't buy a product I can't afford long-term, so I would never buy something like Creme de La Mer.

markmywords · #11 07-09-2007, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by sageofages

Simply.....

Bert's Bees.

It is the best *for* me that I have ever found. I appreciate its 100% natural (non-petrol) vegetable/plant base. The foot cream is a divine gift and the almond handle lotion is my main choice.

I'm going to check them out when I make my next purchase. I never bought their lotion b/c I don't like the lip balm. If I don't like it I'll be sure to blame you. lol