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Lotions FAQ - Help in choosing the right lotion for you

by: somethin.special( 23425Feedback score is 10,000 to 24,999) Top 5000 Reviewer
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We're frequently asked, why do you have so many lotion choices? Well, we just can't help, we love lotions! It is our favorite among all our bath and body items. Here's a quick Q&A to help simplify your choice:

How many different kinds of lotion do you have?
We have 6 kinds of lotion, all are for everyday use and can be used all over the body, but, if you use it on your face, please get the unscented versions.

What is the difference between your lotions?
We have 1 light body lotion, 3 medium lotions (whipped body souffle, shea butter cream & tropical butter cream) and 2 workhorse lotions (98% natural body butter & 100% shea butter).

What is the difference between the 3 medium lotions?
All 3 are heavy, thick creams, with a whipped vanilla frosting consistency and appearance. All our creams are thick enough that when held upside down, they will not fall out of the container. Other than the moisturizing ingredients, they are the same as far as texture, moisturizing power and shelf life. Whichever one you choose will be based on your own personal preference.

So, which lotion should I get?
For all over, everyday moisturizing, the light lotion is perfect. For the parts of your body that take a real, daily beating (hands, feet, elbows), get any of the 3 medium lotions. For your dry, problem areas (cracked and dry feet, hands and elbows), we highly recommend the 100% shea body butter.

~ Lotions, Creams & Butters 101 ~

How many different lotions are there in the world and what's the difference?
After much research, I've concluded that there are basically 3 types of skin moisturizing products: Lotion, Cream/Souffle and Butter. The difference is the oil to water ratio.

Lotion: This product typically has the most water and is thinner, it can be easily poured onto the skin. It is great for daily, all-over use and since it has the most amount of water, will be quickly absorbed by the skin. The downside is, since it has the most amount of water, it will sink in and dissipate faster, which means you have to apply it more often.

Cream/Souffle: Creams (in the lotion world, souffle is just a fancy name for a whipped cream) normally have a lower water to oil ratio, so they are thicker, with a vanilla frosting or whipped cream consistency and appearance. Because there is less water, it takes a bit longer for a cream to sink into your skin. Creams are great for really dry areas, hands, elbows, heels, knees, etc. A must for nurses, doctors, hair stylists, manicurists, anyone who washes their hands numerous times a day.

Butter: Butters are solid oils with no water or a very small percentage of water and have a solid, stick of butter-like appearance, hence the name. Body butter will melt on contact with skin, may seem a bit heavy at first, almost a greasy feeling (because it contains hardly any water), but give it time to sink in. After it does, your skin will thank you. Butters are also good for night treatments, such as applying liberally on your feet at bedtime and covering with socks while you sleep for soft, smooth feet.


Guide ID: 10000000002358011Guide created: 11/16/06 (updated 04/08/08)

 
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