Chanel N°5 L’Eau Fresh Lotion

Where I got it

When I ordered the Rouge Allure L’extrait lipsticks, I also asked my SA if they have any L’huile Camelia cuticle oil, she said they only received a handful of them when they came in and they were sold out in the meantime. So when it was back in stock, she texted me and asked if I still wanted it. I went ahead with the cuticle oil and I also picked up the N°5 L’Eau Fresh Lotion and the N°5 The Shower Gel. This fresh lotion retails for $94 and it is only 100ml. The body lotion size for the standard N°5 is 200ml and it is only $121.

What I got

The Chanel N°5 L’Eau Fresh Lotion (100ml). A moisturising body lotion with an incredibly fresh and comfortable texture for a non-greasy finish. Extolling simplicity right down to its minimalist packaging. Sleek, white, contemporary and travel-friendly. N°5 L’EAU FRESH LOTION evokes the softest facet of N°5 L’EAU. Top notes of lemon, mandarin, and orange soar skyward with the aldehydes. The flowers come like a second wind, as rose melds with airy jasmine and a new, ultra-modern fraction of ylang-ylang. Behind this floral bouquet, vetiver and cedar impart a novel dynamism, softened by notes of musk.

How I find it

I love the black and white packaging of this bottle. It looks simple and chic. This bottle also has its signature twist and slide top, which is something I don’t really like. When you twist the lid, the top of the lid slides away to reveal the opening where the body lotion can pour out. It leaves the opening a little messy in my opinion, but you don’t need to fumble around for the lid, etc. The bottle is also plastic so it is perfect for traveling.

In terms of the scent of this body lotion, it is very nice if you like Chanel N°5 and N°5 L’Eau. It has a hydrating, lotion-like texture but the fragrance of this lotion does pack a punch. I would say it is quite intense and long-lasting. If you apply this all over the body, you would smell great for the entire day and it will linger on your clothing for the next day. Now I would probably only use this on my arms and shoulder area to get the benefits of the fragrance, and then use a cheaper body lotion on the rest of my body (i.e legs and torso). That way, the bottle will last me a lot longer.

Overall

When I use this body lotion, I don’t need to use any perfume at all as this is strong enough for my preference and I am quite happy with that. L’Eau has a fresher take on the N°5 so it is easier on the nose and less “old-fashioned”.  I really would’ve loved it if they change the lid mechanism. Overall, this body lotion does what it needs to do – moisturise the body and leave a lasting fragrance.

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