When we invest in a body balm, we want it to work hard, have a lasting impact and smell good enough to eat. (If it doesn’t make us smell like a freshly baked good, is it really self-care?) With the Perlier Shea Butter + Sweet Almond Body Balm ($31), I came for the Italian-made, shea butter-packed moisture and stayed for the perfect almond-biscotti scent. I’m breaking down everything you need to know about it, ahead.
The Benefits of Perlier Shea Butter
This formula is made from 100 percent certified organic shea butter, sourced from shea trees (Vitellaria paradoxa) grown in the Sahel region of Africa. Shea trees are called the “Tree of Youth” and have been used for thousands of years for their intensely nourishing properties. This powerhouse emollient softens and improves your skin barrier with various skin-loving fatty acids. Moisturizing and rich, shea butter seals in hydration and helps your skin retain its moisture.
The other gold star student in this body balm is sweet almond, which is also the primary scent note. The sweet, gently nutty smell is the perfect added indulgence to your self-care ritual.
Key Features
Made in Italy, 25% Shea Butter Formula, Sweet Almond Oil, Sweet Almond Milk
Free From
Animal Testing, Parabens
The Bottom Line
This high-performance body balm smells like a fresh almond biscotti or croissant and is made with just as much indulgent love. Twenty-five percent shea butter seals moisture in, fortifies your skin barrier and softens your skin for a rich, nourishing experience. This Italian-crafted balm makes erasing dry skin an aromatherapy moment and a self-care ritual, all while reducing trans-epidermal water loss and supporting your skin’s natural barrier.
