Nivea are always good when it comes to lotion, and this is no different.
The packaging is a pretty purple-blue, which hints to the very slightly perfumed product inside - I get a tiny whiff of baby powder and flowers, personally! You can purchase this lotion in a variety of sizes - I have the 250 ml and the 400ml pump action on the go at the moment.
The label claims 'long lasting' and írresistable' smoothness and the product does a good job of delivering on both promises.
The lotion is light and non-greasy, absorbing reasonably quickly and without a lot of residue. As it absorbs it leaves behind smooth, silky skin that feels nourished, healthy and pleasant.
For a tiny pricetag and ready availability, you can't really go wrong with Nivea lotions, and this one is no exception
NIVEA is not my first choice when it comes to moisturising, but I am very pleased to have received this as a gift from Mum. The packaging I have is a pump bottle, my favourite sort for a body lotion. I like the 400ml size, the colour is a nice purple blue, and with a curve to the bottle which is a nice aesthetic plus a good shape to hold. The lotion itself appears pretty normal. A lovely light cream that is cooling on the skin and absorbs super easily, no oily residue and not gluggy. Doesn't leave a trail unless you apply way too much. I really like the Fragrance, although some might find it a bit overpowering if wearing a perfume. What impressed me was the results. I started using this upon a return from a pacific island, with some quite strong angry red sunburn and dry skin from all the sea/sun/surf. I stuck to using this twice a day, applying throughly. My skin still went through the super-itchy after-burn healing stage. The great thing was, I didn't peel at all, and not only that, my skin started to feel incredibly smooth. Like silk. I couldn't believe it. I've now started using it all over, not just on the areas I was sunburnt. It makes my skin feel hydrated, thorougly moisturised, softer and smoother than it has been in a very long term. Totally recommend, it does what it says it will. It is now my favourite body lotion.
Tips: If using for sunburn, pop in the fridge after using in the morning so that your next application goes on super cooling.