Formula has changed again...not for the better.
They've changed the formula yet again, and it's just too thick now. The original (not sure how long ago, but probably almost a decade) was a lovely, light texture that was like a gel-cream - absorbed easily, quickly, and feel soothing and hydrating. The first reformulation increased the amount of cocoa butter which changed the smell (which is what I first noticed that made me investigate ingredients) and the texture some, but was still light and felt nice. Well, I took a hiatus from this for a bit when I couldn't find this fragrance for anything cheaper than DOUBLE what it should be, so I obviously refused to pay it. When this 6-pack came along, it broke down to a reasonable price per jar, so I got it. I was so excited to have it back in my life...no other fragrances in this brand compare to this olive oil, everything else I have tried from Booth is just so heavy and cloying. This is light, fresh, and clean-smelling - beautiful for year-round use. Well, I opened the first jar and instantly knew it had changed again. The cream stands up on its own - I held my finger upside down for a substantial amount of time while taking the picture and it didn't budge. It's a true body butter now, so if you have nothing to compare it to, then you're getting what it says it is. For those used to the old formula, I'm not sure you'll be happy with how it is now. (From what I can gather without having an old container, it looks like they've now increased the coconut oil as well.) My skin feels so coated and heavy, and actually leaves me greasy, which it NEVER used to do. I can only use this at night after my showers and let it really absorb before going to bed. On the plus side, I will say that I don't feel the need (or desire) to add more whereas, in the past, I have felt the need for repplication some days. So, while I'm stuck with these 6 jars now, I will use them up and never repurchase. (The thicker formula has been a nice treat for my feet, which always need help, so that's why I didn't rate it lower. That, and the scent has stayed mostly the same this time.) (Pictures won't upload in the correct direction - sorry.)
Rating: 3 stars