Review of The Body Shop Vitamin C Glow Boosting Moisturiser

Summer is in full swing in the UK, and this is the season when I love using lightweight, gel-based moisturizers for my sweaty face. Today, I’m reviewing The Body Shop Vitamin C Glow Boosting Moisturiser, enriched with Camu Camu Berry extract. Is this vegan face cream great for sensitive, acne-prone, combination skin types and summers? Is this Vitamin C gel moisturizer actually worth buying? Let’s find out! 

The Body Shop New Vitamin C Glow Boosting Moisturiser Review:

Product Description:

Moisturise daily to leave skin looking more radiant, with 24 hour hydration. Enriched with camp camp berry extract. Camu came berries are known to contain more than double vitamin C content than oranges. With a refreshing, gel texture, it plumps skin with 24hr hydration.

Price & Qty:

£22 FOR 50ml

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Shelf-life:

12 months  from the date of opening the packaging!

Ingredients of The Body Shop Vitamin C Glow Boosting Moisturizer:

Aqua/Water/Eau (solvent), Alcohol Denat (antimicrobial/ antibacterial, solvent, viscosity controlling), Glycerin(skin-identical ingredient, moisturizer/ humectant), Propanediol (solvent, moisturizer/ humectant), Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer (viscosity controlling), Coco-Caprylate/Caprate (emollient), Ethyl Macadamiate, Phenoxyethanol (preservative), Parfum/Fragrance, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil/Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil (emollient), 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid (antioxidant, skin brightening), Limonene (perfuming, solvent), Citric Acid (buffering), Sodium Hyaluronate (skin-identical ingredient, moisturizer/ humectant), Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate (chelating), Myrciaria Dubia Fruit Extract, Benzyl Salicylate (perfuming), Linalool (perfuming), Benzyl Alcohol (preservative, perfuming, solvent, viscosity controlling), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder (soothing, moisturizer/ humectant), Sodium Hydroxide (buffering), Citral (perfuming), Tocopherol (antioxidant), Malic Acid (exfoliant, buffering), CI 15510/Orange 4 (colorant), CI 15985/Yellow 6 (colorant).

Directions: 

Scoop a pea-sized amount of our Glow-Boosting Moisturiser onto your fingertips and smooth it all over your face and neck every morning and night. Do your thing for a few seconds while it absorbs and top with SPF before heading out the door.

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My Experience With The Body Shop Vitamin C Glow Boosting Moisturiser (Review):

(Skin Type – Combination, acne-prone & Sensitive)

I’ve been using this moisturizer for the past year. And now, after trying it out during both the summer and winter seasons, I feel it’s finally the right time to share my thoughts with you all. I’ve also used the Vitamin C Exfoliating Toner from the brand’s Glow range and loved it! You can read its review [here].

Product Packaging:

The Body Shop Vitamin C Glow Boosting Moisturiser comes in a dark green glass jar with a metallic silver screw-top lid. The label is mostly white with a pop of orange & green. All key product information is printed on the packaging, including the ingredients list, which is tucked underneath the bottom label.

It’s travel-friendly if packed securely, or you can just scoop a bit into a small travel-sized container for your trips.

Product Texture:

The Body Shop Vitamin C glow boosting moisturiser has a light, smooth, translucent, gel texture. This face cream has a pale, peachy-orange or light apricot colour, and true to its Vitamin C theme, it has a strong citrus fragrance.

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Product Performance:

You only need a small amount of this glow-boosting moisturiser to hydrate your skin. If you have dry skin, I’d suggest layering it over a hydrating serum. If your skin is oily, you can probably skip that step altogether. It doesn’t specify whether it’s a day or night cream, so you can use it anytime. 

I have combination-to-dry skin that turns super sweaty in summer and rough in winter. I apply a nice thin layer of this cream to my freshly cleansed face and neck. During colder months, I do need to prep with a hydrating mist and serum beforehand. So, I mostly reserve this gel moisturizer for summer.

The Body Shop Vitamin C Glow Boosting Moisturiser is enriched with lovely antioxidants and skin-brightening agents. Key ingredients include: 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Camu Camu Berry extract, Tocopherol, Malic Acid, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate and Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder. As you can see, it’s packed with skin-loving, nourishing, and soothing ingredients.

But, is it truly effective?

Yes, it’s an effective gel-based moisturizer that hydrates the skin without leaving behind greasy residue. It sinks in quickly and leaves a soft, matte finish, which is exactly what we want in the hot summer months! My skin feels softer, brighter, and more radiant after each use. It keeps my skin moisturized for a good period of time. But during winter, I do have to reapply it!

Also, can we talk about that citrusy scent? It’s so refreshing and really lifts your mood. I honestly love The Body Shop’s citrus-scented products, especially their Satsuma Shower Gel and Exfoliating Facial Toner.

I even used this vegan moisturizer during a sudden acne flare-up last year, and it worked beautifully to soothe and calm my irritated skin while keeping it hydrated. This Vitamin C glow boosting gel moisturiser didn’t irritate my sensitive skin or cause breakouts, which I’m so thankful for!

However, I do feel that the concentration of nourishing ingredients like Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate might be on the lower side. That’s probably why it doesn’t feel as hydrating as I’d hoped. Still, because it keeps my skin sweat-free, matte, and glowing in hot weather, it has officially become my go-to summer moisturizer 😍.

One small gripe 👉🏻 I don’t use it under foundation, as it contains oils. And unfortunately, oil-based moisturizers don’t sit well with my current foundations (MAC and Estée Lauder). They tend to mess up my base. So, I stick to oil-free options when I’m wearing makeup. 

I can’t comment on how this face cream performs with foundation or concealer. But overall, I’d say, it lives up to most of its claims!

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What things I like about/Pros of The Body Shop Vitamin C Glow Boosting Moisturiser:

• True to its claims to a great extent!
• Mild, soothing and effective gel moisturizer
• Contains amazing skin-friendly ingredients
• Has a refreshing, up-lifting citrus fragrance
• Non-greasy, lightweight
• Makes skin softer, brighter, and glowing
• Imparts a cooling and calming sensation
• Perfect for combination-oily skin and summer use
• Vegan and cruelty-free
• No parabens or harsh ingredients

What things I dislike about/Cons of The Body Shop Vitamin C Glow Boosting Moisturiser:

• Contains Parfum/fragrance
• Not ideal for very dry skin types
• Not an oil-free moisturizer!
• Some may find it a bit pricey (though The Body Shop runs frequent deals. I always share them on my blog and socials, so keep an eye out!)

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EE RATING:

4.8/5

Conclusion::

In short, 

The Body Shop Vitamin C Glow Boosting Moisturiser is a wonderful vegan gel face cream that brightens, soothes, and hydrates the skin. It keeps your face feeling fresh, matte, and moisturised even during scorching summer days. 

My sensitive, acne-prone, combination skin really enjoys its cooling effect and zesty scent. This brightening, revitalizing gel moisturiser is best suited for oily and combination skin types, especially in the summer. 

If you’re looking for a gentle, vegan, and effective Vitamin C cream without harsh chemicals, this one’s definitely worth a try! 

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