NIVEA Essentially Enriched Body Lotion

I used the original Nivea lotion decades ago. But I didn't like it, and I thought the smell was too strong. As I have aged, my legs are even more dry now than they used to be. So I gave this lotion a try. I love it! It smells just like the old stuff in my opinion, but maybe even slightly lighter. I feel like almost all Nivea products have that same type of base sent. It does go on thick, but I just use a whole lot of it so I can smear it everywhere and I don't have to worry about it pulling on my skin like some reviewers. It takes a little time, not a lot, and then it is absorbed in the skin. And then throughout the day, my skin feels unbelievably soft. I thought my skin would never feel this soft because I'm older now. But it feels amazing with this lotion. Thank you! Although, judging from the comments, you probably should've made this a different lotion instead of completely reformulating the first and taking it off the market.

One other reviewer had mentioned this new formulation is like sunscreen and I couldn't agree more! Great observation on his/her behalf! I usually apply body lotion to my skin when it's still damp right out of the shower. I find that this reformulation actually clumps or pools up into the web area of my hands between my fingers when applying. On dry skin, it's actually difficult to apply. While it doesn't leave a greasy film—which is nice—it's actually pulling on my skin when rubbing it in. Not a fan of this product at all and it's not very moisturizing whatsoever. Nivea has a track record for reformulating products far too often and not for the better. I'm about ready to jump ship. Apparently, they didn't learn from the moisturizing lip balm fiasco a few years ago. If they'd stop focusing on all their so-called sustainability and "we have to virtue signal that we're going to save Mother Earth" efforts, they might not be in this situation. Sooooo tired of being shoved all of that type of crap down my throat when all I want is a body moisturizer and lip balm to work. That's not a lot to ask for from a company that specializes in body care products. If you want to play "Save the Planet," that's fine. It's clearly time to stop all of that when it's starting to hinder the efficacy and claims of the products you're peddling to your customers.

I've used Nivea my whole life but now they've ruined a great product by adding hyaluronic acid to it and losing it on all of us. Why?? Hyaluronic acid is known to trigger outbreaks in sensitive skin. The other portions aren't rich enough or trigger eczema as well. I absolutely can NOT use this new product and wish I could buy the original formula somewhere. Horrible decision to mess with the formula. Please roll it back or produce the old for those of us who cannot use the new one. Thank you!