| Review | Bali Body Hydrating Body Serum

 

| Review | Bali Body Hydrating Body Serum

Bali Body is a brand I have been using and working with for years now. From their incredible tanning products to their luxurious skincare products, there are very few brands that compare in quality. I'm very excited to be working with the brand again to review this new body serum, which is their latest addition to the luxury body line. As always, I only write my true and honest thoughts about the products I review. 

PRICE & PACKAGING 

The Bali Body Hydrating Body Serum retails for $30.95 and is available at Bali Body. The body serum is housed in a chic minimalistic cream colored bottle with a pump dispenser. The bottle is quite large so, you do get a lot of product for the price. I love the pump packaging because it not only dispenses the product beautifully but it keeps the product sanitary. 

FORMULA 

The serum has a very lightweight texture that glides onto the skin and feels a bit gel-like but it melts into the skin like it is made of water! It's a gorgeous texture that instant hydrates and soothes dry skin. I have quite naturally dry and dehydrated skin, which is only worsened by cold and dry weather. The winter time often leaves my skin with incredibly dry, flaking, and chapped skin. This serum arrived at to me just in time to help me combat my eczema flare ups at cracked skin! It instantly soothes the irritation from dryness and it feels incredibly hydrating. It's like a big drink of water for the skin but what I love most about it is that it doesn't feel sticky at all. It just sinks into the skin leaving your skin feeling extra hydrated and soft! 

The serum has a gel-like texture and you really don't need much of it at all. A pump is more than enough to cover your arm and then some. I tested this product without applying any other body care, no lotions or creams, and the next morning my skin felt baby-soft and it felts very hydrated. It really helps repair any flakiness and cracked skin. For a more intense body treatment, this body serum works beautifully applied under your favorite body lotion or cream. I recommend the Bali Body Antioxidant Body Whip (full review here). When layered under a body cream, it draws in even more moisture and and locks in the hydration for hours! I rely on this routine during the winter! You wouldn't believe what my hands and legs would look like if I didn't use this treatment method. It really has become a lifesaver! I know I am touting about it's amazing powers during the winter time but due to its very lightweight texture, it is an incredible treatment during the hotter months as well. Since it is so light and instantly absorbs into the skin, you don't have to worry about applying heavy creams when you're feeling hot an sweaty but you can still treat your skin after spending time in the sun. 

INGREDIENTS 

Some ingredients to highlight in this formula is the: 

Hyaluronic Acid - As all skincare fans know, hyaluronic acid is the holy grail of skin hydrators and helps retain water in the skin better than any other ingredient out there. When it comes to a hydrating serum this is a key essential ingredient in creating an active formula that actually treats the skin. 

Niacinamide - Helps brighten dull skin, even out skin tone, minimize pores, improve skin barrier function, and soften the look of fine lines and wrinkles.

Aloe Vera Juice - Known for its soothing and healing properties, aloe vera juice helps calms inflammation all around but it also helps hydrate the skin deeply. It is also known to help repair the skin, which is why it is so often used when you burn yourself. This makes this serum so ideal for winter or summer for all your inflammation treatment needs. 

Ceramide Complex - These fats or lipids make up 30% to 40% of your outer skin layer, which is why it is so important to replenish these oils on the skin. This unique blend of ceramides ensures the skin is nourished and supports skin barrier function. 

FINAL THOUGHTS 

Many people will question if a body serum is really necessary and while it may not seem like a necessity, you must keep in mind that the skin is the largest organ of our body. Shouldn't we care for all of it as we do with our faces? We really should! The skin on your body need just the same love, attention, and care as with the skin on your face. I have found out from years of experimenting with a body routine that the best routine is one that you would also use on your face. Therefore, a hydrating body serum really is a body care essential along with a good exfoliant, body wash, and moisturizer. You can read more about Bali Body Body Essentials in my review here. This body serum not only nourishes, repairs, hydrates, and care for the skin but it is also an excellent pre and post-tan treatment, ensuring your tans will last long and wear beautifully. This formula is so well thought out and is such a great addition to my daily skincare routine. If you want healthy, happy, and youthful skin all over your body, this serum is an essential!