10-03-2025
'Scrumptious scent': This body lotion smells expensive, but it's down to just $8
Fancy names are nothing new when it comes to skin-care and body-care brands, but even with the most luxurious products in mind, a term like vanilla cashmere is a lot to live up to. I was so intrigued by the name that I was influenced to try it myself and I can confirm that the Eos Shea Better Body Lotion in Vanilla Cashmere lives up to its name and then some. It lasts all day, especially if you have dry skin like I do, and right now, it's on sale for just $8 at Amazon.
If you love scented lotions, you likely already know that stronger fragrances often mean more expensive products. Affordable body lotions tend to have milder scents that don't last, but Eos bucks that trend, making it a steal even at its regular price. Be sure to check "Save $1.29 at checkout" to get the full savings.
If you're a vanilla fiend, this lotion will be love at first smell. Its classic scent is reminiscent of a frosted cupcake. There are notes of warm whipped vanilla, soft musk and rich caramel, creating a luxurious fragrance that stands on its own. Fortunately, it doesn't smell like the cheap bubble-gum lotion a child might beg for at Christmas.
Also, many body lotions claim to offer all-day hydration, but few deliver. I've tried tons, from Jergens to more expensive brands like Fenty. While some were better than others, they all pale in comparison to this one, which I picked up on a whim during a random Target run. Eos, known for its trendy lip balms, says its lotion provides 24-hour moisture, and it wasn't joking. I applied it to clean skin around 8 a.m., and when I took a shower at 7 p.m., my skin was still surprisingly soft and scented.
Also helping set it apart is the moisturizing combination of shea oil and shea butter. It's great for soothing dry skin, plus it's dermatologist-recommended and hypoallergenic.
With more than 27,000 five-star reviews, Eos' Vanilla Cashmere is a hit. What most shoppers seem to love most, though, is that it feels and smells more expensive than luxury body products.
"I'm picky about lotions and this one checks all the marks," one finicky fan said. "I usually have to go unscented cause scented ones burn or irritate. This one doesn't! As soon as you put this on, it soaks in beautifully and instantly makes your skin velvety soft and not sticky."
This sensitive-skinned shopper said she used this bestselling lotion at her daughter's place because she forgot to pack one for her trip. "I was amazed at how smoothly it went on, and my skin didn't feel greasy or slimy. The fragrance was amazing and it reminded me of much more expensive fragranced lotions. ... Every time I put it on, I feel like I'm at the beach!"
Worried about an overwhelming fragrance? Don't reviewer took the plunge and reported back: "The scent is heaven. Not too sweet and very light, but it lasts a long time. The shea butter is absorbed quickly and makes my skin feel soft and moist for hours. I use it all over my body because at this price, I can afford to."
One shopper had an issue with the packaging — one that I wholeheartedly agree with: "I wish there was an easier way to get the last few days of lotion out of the bottom of the container," they groused. "[I] have to use an Exacto knife."
Then there's this good-news, bad-news take: "I'm in love. I wish it came in a bigger size, though."
Oh, and as for getting all the lotion out of the bottle, try this handy helper:
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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
