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The Body Conditioning Balm

The Body Conditioning Balm

Regular price $37
Sale price $31.45 Regular price $37

100 mL

Like a dance class in a bottle – The Body Conditioning Balm FIRMS, TONES and REJUVENATES your skin! With microbiome balancing pre-biotics, hydrating olive squalane and brightening lactic acid to nourish every inch of you.

  • FIRMS & TONES
  • HYDRATING FORMULA
  • PREMIUM FRAGRANCE
  • CRUELTY FREE
  • PLASTIC FREE
  • VEGAN & NATURAL
STEP 1. CHOOSE YOUR SCENE
SC.01 ORANGE GROVE
Scent description

Midday sun beats heavily on the grove. Sweet aromas burst from the freshly peeled orange. Neroli blossom dances, alive on the breeze. Another negroni over ice – it's summer after all.

AT FIRST
SLICED ORANGE, SWEET MANDARIN, TUSCAN SUN

AND THEN
BITTER NEGRONI, NEROLI BLOSSOM, AFTERNOON SIESTA

FINALLY
ITALIAN CYPRESS, PETITGRAIN, LA DOLCE VITA

SC.02 AFTER THUNDER
Scent description

A walk through the woods after a thunderstorm. Damp cedar. Fresh leaves. Citrus rays of morning light slice through the canopy. Take a deep breath. Day begins again. 

AT FIRST
EUCALYPTUS, CALEDONIAN PINE, ORANGE SUNBEAMS

AND THEN
ROSEMARY, MORNING DEW, A SENSE OF WONDER

FINALLY
WET EARTH, LINGERING CEDAR

SC.03 THE ONSEN
Scent description

Steam dances over the hot spring, steeped in soft Japanese citrus. Cold, earthy air rushes into the lungs. Morning sun bathes the cedar mountains in a lavender light. Mind clear and calm. Breathe.

AT FIRST
STEEPED YUZU, LAVENDER, HUSHED MINT

AND THEN
MOUNTAIN PEPPER, CLOVE

FINALLY
JAPANESE CEDARWOOD, VETIVER, CALM

SC.04 HALCYON SUMMERS
Scent description

A lazy walk back to the villa, along cobbled streets, past tomato vines and proud citrus trees. Under the dusk sky, locals smoke cigars and drink mint tea. The sea air greets your sun-kissed skin like an old friend. Here’s to endless summers.

AT FIRST
FRESH MINT, POMELO, COASTAL WIND

AND THEN
CASCADING GERANIUMS, TOMATO VINES, SUN-WARMED SKIN

FINALLY
VETIVER, GIN AND TONIC... AND NO PLANS

SC.05 COLUMBIA ROAD
Scent description

Early Sunday morning. Lemon sunlight peeks sleepily over the terraces of the bustling flower market. Street sellers call; their stalls a riot of violet and amber blooms. The scent of freshly cut stems and good coffee. With a smile you melt into the crowd.

AT FIRST
ZESTY LEMON, CUT STEMS, COLD SKIES

AND THEN
IRIS, VIOLET LEAF, WARM HANDS ON A COFFEE CUP

FINALLY
AMBER, TONKA BEAN. A PERFECT SUNDAY

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SCENT
SC.01 ORANGE GROVE
Scent description

Midday sun beats heavily on the grove. Sweet aromas burst from the freshly peeled orange. Neroli blossom dances, alive on the breeze. Another negroni over ice – it's summer after all.

AT FIRST
SLICED ORANGE, SWEET MANDARIN, TUSCAN SUN

AND THEN
BITTER NEGRONI, NEROLI BLOSSOM, AFTERNOON SIESTA

FINALLY
ITALIAN CYPRESS, PETITGRAIN, LA DOLCE VITA

SC.02 AFTER THUNDER
Scent description

A walk through the woods after a thunderstorm. Damp cedar. Fresh leaves. Citrus rays of morning light slice through the canopy. Take a deep breath. Day begins again. 

AT FIRST
EUCALYPTUS, CALEDONIAN PINE, ORANGE SUNBEAMS

AND THEN
ROSEMARY, MORNING DEW, A SENSE OF WONDER

FINALLY
WET EARTH, LINGERING CEDAR

SC.03 THE ONSEN
Scent description

Steam dances over the hot spring, steeped in soft Japanese citrus. Cold, earthy air rushes into the lungs. Morning sun bathes the cedar mountains in a lavender light. Mind clear and calm. Breathe.

AT FIRST
STEEPED YUZU, LAVENDER, HUSHED MINT

AND THEN
MOUNTAIN PEPPER, CLOVE

FINALLY
JAPANESE CEDARWOOD, VETIVER, CALM

SC.04 HALCYON SUMMERS
Scent description

A lazy walk back to the villa, along cobbled streets, past tomato vines and proud citrus trees. Under the dusk sky, locals smoke cigars and drink mint tea. The sea air greets your sun-kissed skin like an old friend. Here’s to endless summers.

AT FIRST
FRESH MINT, POMELO, COASTAL WIND

AND THEN
CASCADING GERANIUMS, TOMATO VINES, SUN-WARMED SKIN

FINALLY
VETIVER, GIN AND TONIC... AND NO PLANS

SC.05 COLUMBIA ROAD
Scent description

Early Sunday morning. Lemon sunlight peeks sleepily over the terraces of the bustling flower market. Street sellers call; their stalls a riot of violet and amber blooms. The scent of freshly cut stems and good coffee. With a smile you melt into the crowd.

AT FIRST
ZESTY LEMON, CUT STEMS, COLD SKIES

AND THEN
IRIS, VIOLET LEAF, WARM HANDS ON A COFFEE CUP

FINALLY
AMBER, TONKA BEAN. A PERFECT SUNDAY

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Product information

PREPARE TO PERFORM
The Body Conditioning Balm FIRMS, TONES and REJUVENATES your skin. Prebiotics naturally balance your microbiome, while olive squalane locks in moisture, leaving your skin supple and hydrated. Fortified with antioxidants and lactic acid, this rich cream is expertly choreographed to DEEPLY NOURISH every inch of you. Full out, with feeling — it’s like a dance class in a tube.

IN REHEARSAL FOR 16 YEARS
Inspired by the years we spent crafting our technique and conditioning our bodies in ballet class, The Body Conditioning Balm delivers performance like no other moisturiser on the market. Fortified with cutting edge ingredients like GATULINE IN-TENSE MB**, clinically proven to firm and tighten skin by stimulating fibroblast cell activity to produce collagen deep within the extra-cellular matrix.

THE ENCORE
Use The Assistant to roll your tube and get every last drop out. Once it’s finished place the tube and cap into your curb-side recycling! 100% plastic free and recyclable packaging.

*Independent user trial results on 50 subjects over 4 weeks.
**GATULINE IN-TENSE MB is the registered trademark of personal care ingredient developers, Gattefossé. (No, not the broadway choreographer)

INGREDIENTS

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SC.01 ORANGE GROVE: Aqua (Water), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycerin, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Triethyl Citrate, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Parfum (Fragrance)**, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Arachidyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Squalane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Arachidyl Glucoside, Benzyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, Limonene*, Inulin, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Xanthan Gum, Lactic Acid, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil*, Calendula Officinalis Flower, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Citrate, Tocopherol, Benzoic Acid, Sodium Gluconate, Juniperus Virginiana Oil*, Pinene*, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil*, Dehydroacetic Acid, Linalyl Acetate*, Linalool*, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Peel Oil*, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil*, Acmella Oleracea Extract, Geraniol*, Beta-Caryophyllene*, Anethole*, Citral*, Terpineol*, Geranyl Acetate*, Cananga Odorata Flower Extract*, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil*, Terpinolene*, Alpha-Terpinene*, Citronellol*

SC.02 AFTER THUNDER: Aqua (Water), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycerin, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Triethyl Citrate, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Parfum (Fragrance)**, Arachidyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Squalane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Arachidyl Glucoside, Benzyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, Inulin, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Xanthan Gum, Lactic Acid, Calendula Officinalis Flower, Sodium Hydroxide, Limonene*, Linalool*, Sodium Citrate, Tocopherol, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes*, Benzoic Acid, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil*, Sodium Gluconate, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Peel Oil*, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil*, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Dehydroacetic Acid, Pinene*, Pogostemon Cablin Oil*, Linalyl Acetate*, Acmella Oleracea Extract, Beta-Caryophyllene*, Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil*, Terpineol*, Camphor*, Terpinolene*, Alpha-Terpinene*, Geranyl Acetate*, Citral*

SC.03 THE ONSEN: Aqua (Water), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycerin, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Triethyl Citrate, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Arachidyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Parfum (Fragrance)**, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Squalane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Arachidyl Glucoside, Benzyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, Inulin, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Xanthan Gum, Lactic Acid, Limonene*, Calendula Officinalis Flower, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Citrate, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes*, Tocopherol, Benzoic Acid, Sodium Gluconate, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Dehydroacetic Acid, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil*, Linalool*, Pinene*, Linalyl Acetate*, Pogostemon Cablin Oil*, Eugenol*, Acmella Oleracea Extract, Camphor*, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil*, Beta-Caryophyllene*, Coumarin*, Citral*, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil*, Terpineol*, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract*, Terpinolene*, Citronellol*, Geraniol*, Menthol*

SC.04 HALCYON SUMMERS: Aqua (Water), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycerin, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Triethyl Citrate, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Arachidyl Alcohol, Parfum (Fragrance)**, Cetyl Alcohol, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Squalane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Arachidyl Glucoside, Benzyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, Inulin, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Xanthan Gum, Lactic Acid, Calendula Officinalis Flower, Sodium Hydroxide, Linalool*, Sodium Citrate, Tocopherol, Hexyl Cinnamal*, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes*, Benzoic Acid, Limonene*, Sodium Gluconate, Pogostemon Cablin Oil*, Juniperus Virginiana Oil*, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Dehydroacetic Acid, Hexamethylindanopyran*, Linalyl Acetate*, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil*, Acmella Oleracea Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil*, Pinene*, Beta-Caryophyllene*, Mentha Viridis (Spearmint) Leaf Oil*, Carvone*, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract*, Camphor*, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil*, Citral*, Terpineol*, Anethole*, Terpinolene*

SC.05 COLUMBIA ROAD: Aqua (Water), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycerin, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Triethyl Citrate, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Arachidyl Alcohol, Parfum (Fragrance)**, Cetyl Alcohol, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Squalane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Arachidyl Glucoside, Benzyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, Inulin, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Xanthan Gum, Lactic Acid, Calendula Officinalis Flower, Sodium Hydroxide, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes*, Sodium Citrate, Tocopherol, Benzoic Acid, Sodium Gluconate, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone*, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Dehydroacetic Acid, Hexamethylindanopyran*, Acmella Oleracea Extract, Juniperus Virginiana Oil*, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil*, Coumarin*, Linalool*, Benzyl Salicylate*, Limonene*, Hydroxycitronellal*, Pinene*, Beta-Caryophyllene*

  • *Naturally occurring allergens
    **Made with essential oils and fragrance compounds at safe inclusion levels, compliant to global IFRA standards

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HOW TO AKT

Pierce the seal. Generously massage into dry, freshly cleansed skin for an epicurean prelude to your day or epilogue to your night — without forgetting your elbows and knees.

Take three deep breaths of the transportive fragrance — and prepare to perform.

  • 5 stars: 99 (77%)
  • 4 stars: 20 (16%)
  • 3 stars: 6 (5%)
  • 2 stars: 3 (2%)
  • 1 star: 1 (1%)
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Courtnie
Great lotion

I bought the SC.01 body balm and it so nice. The scent is really light, which is perfect for a lotion. It's not a strong orange smell (I was worried about that), just hints of mandarin. The lotion itself is fairly thin but feels luxorious. It dries fast and feels really moisturizing. At 100ml, it's the perfect travel size.

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Kris W.
Body Balm cream

NOT sticky. Balanced scent, long lasting.

I will purchase again.

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Sara
Intense scent

There is no way that I could put this all over my body! I got the vetiver-citrus-lavendar scented body conditioning balm and can't really smell anything other than vetiver. I like that scent, but it's really nice to mix it more with the other smells, so it could definitely be reconfigured to contain more of the other scents. If I put it all over my body I would smell very strong and that would not be polite. Nobody should smell another person unless they are just a couple inches away. So I just put a bit in parts that are under my clothes, like my pits, top of my butt crack, etc. Sometimes I put a bit around my belly. I mix it with the deodorant balm for my scalp when my hair is dirty and I don't have time to wash. I would give it 5 stars if the scents were better mixed. I think it's a nice product.

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Carolina

My cousin and I had the same sweating problem. My body odor was strong (I eat a lot of red onion and garlic, haha btw I am healthy), and this deodorant has helped me so much. Thank you for creating it!

It feels strange at first if you’re used to traditional deodorant, but you get used to it. I hesitated and didn’t buy the assistant, but my cousin ordered an extra one and gave it to me. I recommend getting it: applying it with the applicator (the assistant) is totally different from using your fingers

So, strong odor? This deodorant works great!!! It is a great and good investment

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JULIE Z.
Love it!

Love the balm. I find it very moisturizing and long lasting. Plus it smells amazing. I purchased the deodorant and the body oil in Columbia Road as well. The scent is light but long-lasting. 10/10 I will recommend these products to my friends and family!

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Ry

I am disappointed in this product. I love the body oil, haze, and the deodorants. However this product exploded upon opening and half of the product is gone. The lotion itself is lovely but the amount and the issue with it oozing out upon opening is not good.

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Marcy L.
Smells so good

Love this balm and it soaks right in and the scent lasts a long time

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Kelvin U.
AKT FOR LIFE

This brand had transformed my self care ritual. I never put emphasis on self care and searched tirelessly for a brand whose quality and ethos lived up to the price and hype. AKT IS THAT BRAND. The body balm applies beautifully and keeps my skin from being ashy. I’m glowing all day.

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Michi
Obsessed

For the past few years I've tried so many different deodorant brands and I finally found the one that works for me, andddd I love the smell of this so much.

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Derek J.
Love AKT Products

I have yet to find a product I don't like. I have tried all of the scents and I have favorites but I enjoy them all. They don't smell artificial but natural, like an essential oil. I also love that no plastic is used. Now I don't think I can go bag to regular deodorant. It is natural and works! And again no strange chemical scents or aluminum. It feels great and smells great!

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CS
Pretty cood

Not sure why, but I thought this would be a thicker lotion. It seems fairly moisturizing

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Nico P.
Loving the balm!

The body conditioning balm leaves my skin so soft and supple with no greasy residue. The scent is a bit different from the deodorant but like it! SC. 01

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Laine M.
Gorgeous lotion- love the smell!

This is one of the only deodorants that I can find that actually works on me. It doesn’t stop me from sweating when I’m really working out but typical non-aluminum deodorant still struggle with my body chemistry. I can’t believe I’ve actually found something that works! I pray it continues to work- I’ve been using it since Jan and it’s working well- even into the hot summer months in Texas, so I’m very pleased. I decided to try the lotion because I liked the smell of the deodorant so much and I’m a big fan of this product too. It’s the perfect consistency- not too thin, not crazy thick. It does a good job of hydrating my skin and not overwhelming me with the scent, but still being very pleasant. I haven’t tried any of the other scents but I really like this one so I’m not sure I need to switch. But maybe I’ll branch out one day. Yay AKT!

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P.

Very rich and moisturizing without staying greasy

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Dr.

Love the product! So glad to have this in this scent!!’

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Sophia B.
Cream

Less of a balm more of a cream, still great smell

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Liora
Nice but disappointing :(

I had really high hopes for the body conditioning balm because I LOVE the deodorant so much. Unfortunately a little of it does not go a long way and it’s not as moisturizing as I’d like, so I’m going through the bottle inconveniently quickly especially given how expensive it is.

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Magdalena
Smells so good

The conditions balm leaves my skin feeling smooth and fresh! The slight orange scent is also delightful!

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Cindy
Smells great and works!!

Highly recommended!!

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Britt A.
Not for those who are sensitive to smells.

This conditioning balm is very strong on the scent, which I like for the deodorant, but it’s too strong for lotion. I can’t use much of it.

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Kimberly M.
Kim

I love how it makes my skin feel hydrated !

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Marcelo R.
Uplifting

Absolutely love the Orange Grove scent—it’s fresh, uplifting, and feels like a burst of sunshine. The balm glides on smoothly, keeps me feeling hydrated all day, and is gentle on the skin. A little goes a long way, and the fragrance is subtle but beautiful. Definitely a new staple in my routine

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Shannan K.

Light fresh scent

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Melissa B.
Smells amazing and works so well!

I've been using the SC.05 body deodorant for a few years now, and I'm so happy to see AKT developing other products as well. My latest try is the Conditioning Balm and I'm so pleased with this product as well. The packaging, the concentrated product meaning that a little goes a long way. I love to layer this with the body wash and deodorant for a wonderful scent that isn't too overpowering and has longevity.

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Kristen l.
LOVE

The onsen is my absolute favorite! Looking forward to the rest of the collection in that scent!

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John F.
Takes me back to

I live in the Desert. When we have the occasional rain, there is an oil on the trees that emits an aroma that is reminiscent of campfire. The After Thunder scent is so close to that that I am transported. It is so fresh and delicious. Ready for a large canister pump.

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Shay T.
The Best Moisture for my Skin

I’ve bounced around, trying different brands and different products to make my skin look and feel hydrated, supple, even radiant. This is it! The only bouncing now is between the scents - a new one for spring.

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D.R.

Cool unboxing with cute inspiration comments printed on box. Hydrating. Cool modern packaging. Bright and fresh citrus scent with a bit of spice to it. Unisex. Smells amazing!

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C
I’ve been converted

My girlfriend has been on me for probably years now about using a natural deodorant without aluminum. But as a girl with heavy Taurus placements (reluctant to change) and a lot of sweat, I was extremely skeptical to stray from my prescription grade pharmacy brand to AKT. She let me try hers and I was sold. While it may not always prevent 100% of my sweat, I have never smelled better and I am impressed with its anti-perspirant abilities regardless. Love the scents and the body wash too - the lotion is also delightful. Call me a convert! Thanks AKT

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Carol B.
Such a beautiful balm.

I am so happy I tried this Balm,the smell is so beautiful and the balm leaves my skin so soft and moisturized.