I love Neutrogena. So much so that the moisturiser I like to use when I’m not testdriving other products is their Daily Moisturiser SPF15 which I combine with a retinol serum. I like that it’s nice and light, doesn’t aggravate my oil T-panel and plays nice with my foundation. The only thing that could have made it better, in fact, was if it had the amazing grapefruit scent from their Visibly Clear line.

Thus, I was super excited when I learned that they launching this guy: 

It’s existence means I can now get my daily dose of grapefruity ‘vrisness‘ not only from their face wash but a moisturiser too. Alas, it doesn’t contain an SPF. Cue sad face. While I know a lot of you apply extra sunscreen regardless and are very willing to ‘layer up’, I like to keep my beauty routine as simple as possible. As it is, I already use a retinol serum.

So ja… it’s due to the lack of SPF and that alone as to why he won’t be making it into my make-up bag. And it’s a real pity because, if you’ve got oily/combo skin like me, it’s a fabulous every day hydrator. Aside from offering 24 hour hydration that doesn’t feel heavy in the least, it’ll also help reduce and prevent spots (particularly blackheads) thanks to its salicylic acid (BHA) content. And then you’ve got that invigorating, bliss-inducing grapefruit scent…

In a nutshell, if you’re an oily/combo girl who wants a little hydration while giving blackheads the backhand – and doesn’t mind wearing a seperate sunscreen, you can’t go wrong with this guy. And the day Neutrogena bring out a pink grapefruit body lotion, I’m going to buy shares in their stock…

Love, love

Leigh