In today’s review, we’ll talk about Tea Tree Night Lotion from The Body Shop. If you’ve been struggling with acne, you’re likely no stranger to the magical properties of tea tree oil, known for its powerful antibacterial and antifungal attributes.
Tea Tree Oil Infusion
This night lotion is enriched with purifying Tea Tree Oil sourced from the foothills of Mount Kenya. It proudly boasts a 100% vegan formulation, offering lightweight hydration perfectly suited for daily use on blemished skin.
The Body Shop has harnessed the goodness of tea tree oil in its dedicated range for blemished skin, and here’s what you need to know.
Ingredients in Tea Tree Night Lotion from The Body Shop
- Aqua
- Propanediol
- Glycerin
- Tapioca Starch
- Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil
- Acrylamide/Ammonium Acrylate Copolymer
- Ethylhexyl Palmitate
- Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
- Phenoxyethanol
- Silica
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol
- Titanium Di
The ingredients are not mentioned on the bottle and I have taken these from the Body Shop website.
Claims about Tea Tree Night Lotion from The Body Shop
Body shop claims its Tea Tree Night Lotion do the following;
- Helps hydrates oily skin
- Controls excess oil and sebum
- Helps fade the appearance of blemishes
- Suitable for blemished skin
Price of Tea Tree Night Lotion from The Body Shop
Priced at approximately PKR 2,710.00 (equivalent to $16 USD at the exchange rate of 1 USD = 123 PKR), I purchased a 30 ml bottle back in March 2018. My bottle was manufactured in Thailand and distributed globally by The Body Shop, with its base in LITTLEHAMPTON, BN17 6LS, UK.
How to apply Tea Tree Night Lotion from The Body Shop
For optimal results, apply the Tea Tree Night Lotion by gently smoothing it onto your face and neck using circular motions. Incorporate it into your nighttime skincare routine after cleansing, toning, and applying serum.
Aicha’s Experience
This night lotion boasts a light, gel-like consistency that imparts a tingling sensation to the skin upon application, thanks to the tea tree oil infusion. During the summer months, it serves as an excellent moisturizer and night cream for those with oily and acne-prone skin, owing to its light hydration. However, it may fall short in the winter, failing to provide adequate hydration due to its thinner consistency. To combat this, it’s advisable to layer a moisturizer over it to maintain skin softness.
For acne victims, pimples do not come alone, but brings with them the deadly acne marks. After all, the reason we invest our time & money in these lotions, face washes,etc. which are suitable for blemished skin is to get rid of both pimples and acne marks. Sadly, despite Body Shop’s claims that the Tea Tree Night Lotion fades acne marks, my personal experience tells a different story. Even after two years of consistent use, it showed no significant improvement in reducing my acne marks. Consequently, I’ve since switched to an alternative product.
Furthermore, extended use of the Tea Tree Night Lotion resulted in dry patches appearing across my face. As a result, I had to limit its use. Regrettably, my skin condition didn’t witness any improvement and, in fact, worsened, especially during the winter months.
The only plus of using it is that you won’t get any pimple as a result of using it in reaction. Although, it doesn’t mean you are pimple immune as through hormonal, weather or reaction with another product you might still get it.
Is the body shop cruelty free
For those concerned about animal welfare, it’s worth noting that The Body Shop is known for its cruelty-free practices.
In sum, I don’t recommend using this product to treat acne marks or pimples. However, it is still a good moisturiser for summers, especially for people living in hot climates due to its matte effect.
Aicha’s Verdict
1/10
In summary, while I wouldn’t recommend this product for treating acne marks or pimples, it does serve as a suitable moisturizer for summers, particularly in hot climates due to its matte finish. However, it may not provide the level of hydration required during harsh winter conditions.
Pros:
- Doesn’t give pimples due to the presence of Tea Tree Oil
- Hydrating.
- Controls oil on the skin
- Sensitive and gentle on the skin
Cons:
- No value for money
- Does nothing to fade acne marks
- Long term use makes the skin dry and patchy
- Doesn’t justifies the claims