Review: Nécessaire The Deodorant - Fragrance Free

After testing multiple organic, natural, drugstore WHATEVER deodorants, I’ve found the one to truly combat odour with added skin-loving benefits — and I couldn’t be happier. Yeah, it’s Nécessaire’s The Deodorant in Fragrance Free.

Never in my life did I think I’d want to justify spending $28.00 CAD on a deodorant, but here I am, a smile and happy underarms with no odour and sweat later. Now, with that being said…

Growing up, drugstore deodorants worked perfectly fine for me. I don’t have an issue with sweat, but my goal with a good deodorant was always and still is to combat odour, which — by the way — is so normal. Before immersing myself in this vast, innovative world of beauty and skincare, I never would've fathomed spending more than $10.00 CAD on a shampoo and conditioner, $6.00 CAD on a deodorant, simply because that’s what I had in my shower (which worked perfectly fine), but also, I wasn’t exposed to higher end, luxury brands with different formulations than I am now over the last four years, (which is also perfectly fine). For some reason, I still feel puzzled with how I got myself to spend essentially $30.00 CAD on a deodorant even though I love it so much. I guess because it’s just deodorant? I could justify spending double that on a candle, but… it’s fine. Although I feel puzzled, this purchase has prompted a lot of introspection which has me thinking about the way I spend my money and how I view product in 2020. Maybe I’ll write a post on this at a later time. Remember that everyone is entitled to spend their money as they please and quite frankly no one should ever have to explain themselves. I’m just reflecting out loud here.

“Des, why look for a new deodorant if the drugstore ones worked fine?” Well, for one, the esthetician in me craves to discover innovative formulas while the other part of me is always looking for products that go beyond one claim, especially in a deodorant. (Hi, exfoliation and brightening properties!) Also, I know what else you’re thinking. “Are you looking for a natural deodorant because you want aluminum free, organic, bla bla bla?” Eh, not much has been proven and studied with deodorant. I just want something that works and has added benefits beyond just combatting odour, which is why I really love this one.

Onto the review and despite my at sea thoughts, Necessaire’s The Deodorant in Fragrance Free is truly my favourite deodorant ever. From the formula to application to results, I’m pleased to say that after only one use, I knew it was going to be the one for me.

The Deodorant

My skin type: Balanced / dry on my face, dry on my body. (Sensitive underarms)

Product details:

The Deodorant by Nécessaire is clean, effective multi-acid and multi-mineral cream for odour control. In three different scents with Fragrance Free, Eucalyptus and Sandalwood, there’s a selection for everyone. (You already know their washes and fragrances are my favourite!)

Learn about Nécessaire’s Research Yes and No lists, along with their sustainability mission throughout their site and in their product descriptions here.

Product claims:

The formula is free of baking soda, aluminum and synthetic fragrance.

pH: 3.5-4.5

Key ingredients:

Multi-Acid
The formula contains:
Lactic Acid
Mandelic Acid  

Multi-Mineral
The formula contains: 
Silica
Kaolin
Zinc  

View the full ingredient list for The Deodorant in Fragrance Free here.

Texture and scent:

— Texture: Cream but not heavy.

— Scent: Fragrance free.

How to use: Twist the component gently and roll on the product under arms.

Dessey tip: Try applying it onto your fingertips and then massage it on the underarm area. It’s a great application hack!

My experience:

A million times yes. A deodorant to combat odour and help exfoliate all at once? Baby…

I’m so incredibly impressed with this find. After testing out so many natural deodorants that haven’t helped with combatting odour but in fact have added to it (in a negative way), I truly do feel that Nécessaire’s is a powerful shield to protect and treat the underarm area in more ways than one. With Lactic and Mandelic Acid part of the formula, I’ve noticed smoother and brighter underarms after a few weeks using this. Keep in mind, I’m currently doing laser hair removal on my underarms so of course there are many different factors that have helped with brightening and texture, but the deodorant has definitely made an impact. (My laser sessions are currently ever six weeks which is how I’ve been able to notice a difference). The main reason I wanted to try this is because I just wanted something to help with odour beyond blocking it for less than a few hours. This one lasts the whole day. And as an esthetician, I’m always moving around and I haven’t felt the need to reapply. I don’t sweat much either, so that’s a plus.

I’d say to be careful applying it after shaving or exfoliating your underarm area because it does have exfoliating properties already in the formula. I’ve done it a couple of times after shaving and my underarms tingled a bit, which was to be expected, but I’d wait a few minutes before applying the deodorant at that point.

Does a little go a long way? Ish? I think so. I usually don’t massage the product right away on application, but dab a bit on each underarm and then massage it in circular motions to maximize the product usage.

Packaging + user experience

I absolutely love it! I feel like I read someone say it got a bit messy with the cream / twist component combo, but as long as you twist the packaging the other way (as if you’d be twisting a lipstick back into its component) and wipe any residue with a napkin afterwards, everything stays super clean.

Read more about how Nécessaire uses 100% recyclable and 85% post-consumer waste materials for their product boxes here.

Overview

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Price: $20.00 USD / $28.00 CAD for 50ml / 1.7 fl oz

Do I think it’s worth $28.00 CAD? Look. I say yes only because it has added benefits beyond helping combat odour, but I still don’t understand the concept of spending $28.00 CAD on a deodorant, for me, at least. But like, it’s in my cart.

Please keep in mind that I’m in Canada which means I review my products with a Canadian price tag / conversion in mind.

Would I repurchase? Yes, I would. I want to try the fragrance range next!

Available for purchase: Nécessaire - Sephora

Have you tried The Deodorant yet? Do you know of any affordable dupes? Let’s bring the conversation over to @desseydoll and in the comments below!

Review: Frank Body In Your Dreams Sleep Scrub & Soak

Love me in and out of sleep.

This post is sponsored by Frank Body

With my fond love for their OG coffee scrub, it comes to no surprise that I fall in love with their new launches every time. Melting into the soothingness of this new, unique and beautiful scrub has genuinely felt like a dream, and I can’t wait to share my thoughts with you. Meet In Your Dreams Sleep Scrub & Soak, Frank’s first ever bath product.

My skin type (body):

Smooth, dry on the arms.

Claims:
Coffee free — 100% natural — Vegan & cruelty free

What is it?

A 2-in-1 scrub and soak to relax and recharge your body and allow for a peaceful sleep. The ingredients and oils are meant to melt away any tension in muscles, too!

Who’s it targeted for?

For tired and stressed skin.

How to use?

Whether you use it as a body scrub or a soak, this babe delivers the same results in different ways.

If using as a scrub, massage a handful of the scrub onto damp skin and let it sit for a few minutes, then rinse off. (My favourite way!)

If using as a soak, drop a handful into your bath and allow it to linger in the air and through your body. Oh, what a feeling.

Key ingredients:

Magnesium: Soothes muscles and decreases inflammation.
Epsom Salts: Exfoliates and soothes dry and tired skin.
Lavender Oil: Packed with antioxidants and used as an overall soother, allowing for some peacefulness.
Chamomile: Soothes PMS symptoms and helps tackle eczema & psoriasis.

Texture and scent:

Oh, a dream. This scrub is a little grittier than Frank’s traditional coffee scrubs, as epsom salts are a little more abrasive than coffee. Scent wise, you’re basically falling into lavender fields. Endlessly.

My experience:

You came at the perfect time.

This scrub showed up at my doorstep at an ideal time. At a time where I needed extra relaxation, a sweet escape. We’re currently going through a lot as a whole, with the universe, the world. In times like these or times like any, making sure to embrace our bodies and overall wellness is more than important to nurture our souls.

With this scrub, I felt safe. I don’t take baths often, so using this as a body treatment while in the shower is an absolute treat. The second I hopped into bed, I not only melted into my sheets but felt a sense of relief. I was able to breathe in all the comfort it left me with, smoothness and calmness. I also love that I can use it to exfoliate like their other scrubs. With that being said, I love using this scrub specifically on my upper body where I can feel my muscles tense up most. But I do have to say, man, do my legs feel 40 pounds lighter when massaging it onto them too and hopping into bed.

Dessey tip: Stand in the shower, close your eyes. Grab a bit in your palms, add some water and let the scent linger through. Palms to your nose, breathe in, breathe out.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Details: $18.95 CAD for 8.4oz

Shop In Your Dreams Sleep Scrub & Soak here.

How do you see yourself using this?

Let us dream here…

Brand Review: Fur

All for one and many for all.

In today’s sponsored post, I’ll be individually reviewing each Fur product that’s currently on the market. Let’s get into it and intuitive, baby. Alongside breaking down each product, stay tuned until the end of the post to see how I use each product specifically and how they differentiate from one another.

Fur claims: Fur products have been safety tested dermatologically and gynecologically to EU regulation standards, which are stricter than US standards. That being said, if you experience irritation discontinue use, and of course consult your doctor regarding your specific situation. Fur products are 100% natural, and free of phthalates, parabens, sulfates, silicones, acids, cortisones, and any artificial dyes and fragrances, they are gluten free and vegan.

Fur Oil

What is it: A lightweight oil for pubic / body hair.

What it does: Fur Oil is designed to soothe and soften pubic and body hair while clearing pores to prevent ingrown hairs.

Key ingredients:

Grape Seed Oil as a vitamin E, D and C complex that’ll hydrate and nourish the skin, absorb quickly without leaving a greasy residue.

Jojoba Oil that has moisturizing properties to soften the hair and skin.

Clary Sage Oil as an antibacterial essential oil and astringent to soothe redness alongside any post-shaving or waxing irritations.
 
Tea Tree Oil as a powerful antimicrobial essential oil that eliminates excess sebum in the pores which helps prevent ingrown, bumps and allows the skin to heal quickly.

View the full ingredient list here.

Texture and scent: This oil feels like the thickness of olive oil but less greasy. It smells subtly divine with notes of lemon, grape seed oil and mint.

How to use: Fur recommends to use the oil wherever hair meets skin. View their full recommended use tips here.

MY TOP 5 FAVOURITE WAYS TO USE FUR OIL

1. Post shaving / waxing.
   This is my number one favourite way to use Fur Oil. For my preference, I shave my legs and underarms and get my bikini waxed. (It’s just so much easier and takes up less time!) In general, I don’t have a lot of body hair. Ever since I started taking care of it, I’ve always made sure to moisturize post-shave or wax to ensure healthy and nourished skin. Using Fur Oil right after has helped tremendously, especially to soothe any present or potential irritations. I also love using it to condition hair until my next shave or wax appointment. It leaves my skin feeling so smooth, soothed and soft.

2. As a body oil + mixer.
   As someone who takes body care very seriously, I always condition my body with creams and oils after a shower. Using Fur Oil alone or mixed with a body creamed lathered all over me? A dream.

3. Brow conditioner.
   Quick and easy: Use Fur Oil to condition your brows. It’s packed with so many nutritious ingredients that’ll help soften hair, everywhere.

4. Body spot treatment.
   Use on any areas on the body that need extra care, including irritations, dry patches, itches, burns or anywhere you think needs it.

5. As an overall skin treatment.
   I can’t begin to tell you how Fur Oil has helped soothe and brighten darker areas of my skin, including underarms and between my thighs. It’s so comforting knowing there’s a product out there to help heal something I’m insecure about.

My experience: A never ending one.

I can’t even keep track how many full size and mini size bottles of Fur Oil I’ve finished to this date. Or have in my collection at the moment. Fur Oil is one of my favourite wellness and skin products I’ve ever had the pleasure of trying and continuously use in my day to day. It allows for a pleasant experience in my routine, not only on my hair but on my overall mindset of how I choose to take care of it. I’d recommend this to everyone and anyone, at anytime, morning, evening, in the bathroom, bedroom or anywhere in between.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Details: USD $28.00 for 14 mL or USD $46.00 for 75mL | Available on furyou.com

Silk Scrub

What is it: A gentle and exfoliating body scrub.

What it does: Silk Scrub is meant to buff away dead skin cells using gentle acids as a hybrid for a soft physical exfoliant and powerful chemical exfoliant.

Key ingredients:

Jojoba Beads as an environmentally friendly alternative to plastic beads. They’ll unclog follicles to prevent ingrown hairs and remove excess sebum.

Papaya and Pineapple Enzymes to help gently exfoliate the skin. They’ll break down hair follicles to make pores appear smaller and fight inflammation.

Glycolic and Lactic acids used as the chemical part of the exfoliant. AHA’s will break down the bonds between the skin cells to enhance natural moisturizing abilities and brighten uneven skin tone.

Clary Sage Oil as an antibacterial essential oil and astringent to soothe redness alongside any post-shaving or waxing irritations.

View full ingredient list here.

Texture and scent: This scrub dispenses a super thin, soapy, creamy-like texture. When massaging it onto the skin, you feel the slightest physical exfoliation with the Jojoba Beads. It smells earthy with hints of Fur Oil.

How to use: Fur recommends when in the shower, massage Silk Scrub onto your skin—or, for extra exfoliation, leave it on as a mask for up to 10 minutes. View their full recommended use tips here.

My experience: She’s a keeper.

I really enjoy using this to help with texture, bumps, irritations and KP on arms and legs, especially between my thigh and bikini area about 2 times a week. I haven't found a scrub gentle enough to do so in those areas, and the fact that this has natural enzymes and acids really packs the punch in such a gentle way. I’ve also noticed a lot more brightening in the underarm and inner thigh areas. I’m a little impatient to be standing naked and wait for this to do it’s thing for 10 minutes as a body mask, so I like to massage it on the desired area for a good 2 minutes and then rinse. I’ve noticed a difference if used consistently, and I look forward to keeping and reaching for it on my shelf always.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Details: USD $48.00 for 180mL | Available on furyou.com

Ingrown Concentrate

What is it: A healing and soothing treatment to help banish bumps and redness.

What it does: Ingrown Concentrate is made to irradiate ingrown hairs, sooth irritations and smoothing the skin while accompanied with a finger mitt. It’ll result in clean and smooth pores, even on the most sensitive skin types.

Key ingredients:

Coconut Oil to to help deeply penetrate hair follicles and moisturize the skin. It’ll help soften any ingrown hairs so that the removal process will be easier.

Tea Tree Oil as a powerful antimicrobial essential oil that eliminates excess sebum in the pores which helps prevent ingrown, bumps and allows the skin to heal quickly.

Tamanu Oil as a antimicrobial oil to help soften and moisturize the skin. Derived from the tamanu nut, this oil is packed with moisturizing omega fatty acids and antioxidants, promoting new and healthy cell growth.

Chamomile Extract to help calm the skin and soothe redness. This is a natural and powerful antioxidant that’s been used for ages.

Texture and scent: The Concentrate is a little thinner than Fur Oil, and smells a little more potent than it. Lemon-y, if you will.

How to use: Fur recommends to use the finger mitt to exfoliate around 3-5 times a week, and use the Ingrown Concentrate as many times as needed. View their full recommended use tips here.

My experience: A life-changing relief.

I found a red bump on my breast. The concern? Inevitable. For weeks, I was putting Fur Oil and creams to soothe it. The redness calmed down, but the bump was still there. So, I went to my dermatologist. "Despina, it's just an ingrown hair, and you have nothing to worry about. It'll go away with time." I was recommended a cream, and guess what? I didn't buy it. Something clicked in me to try my Ingrown Concentrate that I had yet to use, and I'm so happy I did. Weeks of worry and patience, the bump diminished, diminished and diminished more and more until it pretty much went away. I can't even begin to tell you how relieved I am to know there's a product out there that ins't filled with chemicals, that I can apply topically on such a delicate area on my body.

View my Instagram post on the Ingrown Concentrate here.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (To infinity!)

Details: USD $28.00 for 14 mL | Comes with a finger mitt. | Available on furyou.com

Stubble Cream

What is it: A hydrating and regrowth-refining body cream.

What it does: Stubble Cream is lightweight and fast-absorbing to maintain smoothness and help prevent ingrowns, bumps and razor burns.

Key ingredients:

Olive Extracts to help hair appear finer as it grows back in while softening the stubble with fatty acids, vitamin E, and antioxidants.

Tea Tree Oil as a powerful antimicrobial essential oil that eliminates excess sebum in the pores which helps prevent ingrown, bumps and allows the skin to heal quickly.

Tapioca Starch as a moisturizer extracted from the cassava plant. Instead of using silicones that are usually found in creams, this natural ingredient replaces them.

Lavender Oil as a relaxing and aromatic scent booster, also used as an essential oil rich in antioxidants with anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.

View full ingredient list here.

Texture and scent: This cream feels very liquid-like and melts into the skin instantaneously. There’s barely a noticeable scent, and if I have to put a name on it, maybe similar to Fur Oil.

How to use: Fur recommends using Stubble Cream after shaving, or between lasering or waxing sessions. View their full recommended use tips here.

My experience: Interesting. But all in good favour.

At first, I was a little thrown off with the texture of this cream. It dispensed more liquid-y than I thought, so that was something I had to get used to at first. I enjoy using this post waxing and shaving around my bikini and underarm area, as it also helps really keep those areas smooth and protected. I have to say, I don’t have many irritations a few days after using this cream. I think this is like the cream version of Fur Oil, but Fur Oil will forever win over this because it pretty much does the same thing for me, but a little more moisturized.

★ ★ ★ ★

Details: USD $38.00 for 150mL | Available on furyou.com

Ingrown Eliminator

What is it: A powerful and soothing post-shave treatment. (Biodegradable mitt)

What it does: The Ingrown Eliminator eradicates bumps and and smooths any irritation with it’s serum-soaked finger mitt.

Key ingredients:

Willow Bark Extract as a natural form of salicylic acid, an astringent that’ll penetrate in the skin to decongest pores while also clearing oil build up to prevent inflammation.

Witch Hazel as a powerful astringent with tannins to tighten pores and soothe skin.

Lactic Acid as a powerful AHA to help exfoliate the skin and brighten uneven skin tone.

Aloe to restore suppleness to the skin and soothe any irritations.

View full ingredient list here.

Texture and scent: The soaked-mitt smells exactly like Fur Oil. In regards to feel, it’s super gentle when massaging it onto the desired area. A tougher cotton, if you will.

How to use:

Fur suggests to use Ingrown Eliminator all over, on any bumps or ingrowns that need combatting. View their full recommended use tips here.

My experience: YUP!

I’m in love with these little ones.

I love how easy, convenient and biodegradable they are, first off. I love using the Ingrown Eliminator as a brightening treatment for my underarms and a soothing treatment for my bikini area. After the shower about once ever two weeks, I’ll take a mitt and gently massage it on my underarms which results in a brighter, smoother complexion. I noticed a difference in brightness in just a couple of uses, and I can say the same thing for the bikini area as well! It’s also great for the inner thigh area to help get rid of any post-shave / wax irritations. These mitts are a forever thing!

View my Instagram post on The Ingrown Eliminator here.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Details: USD $18.00 for 12 mitts | Available on furyou.com

Wash Cloth

What is it: A cleansing and refreshing wash cloth for the body. (Biodegradable wipe)

What it does: The Wash Cloth is saturated with essential waters and a little Fur Oil to help refresh, soften the skin and remove dirt and bacteria on the go.

Key ingredients:

Coconut Extract that works as natural moisturizer using fatty acids and proteins.

Honeysuckle Extract as skin conditioning oil that works as a natural anti-inflammatory to moisturize the skin.

Grape Seed Oil as a vitamin E, D and C complex that’ll hydrate and nourish the skin, absorb quickly without leaving a greasy residue.

Lemonpeel Oil as an astringent and antibacterial agent to brighten the skin tone and break down excess oil on the skin.

View full ingredient list here.

Texture and scent: Fur Oil in a soft cloth form.

How to use: Fur recommends using the Wash Cloth all over body, anywhere you’d like. View their full recommended use tips here.

My experience: Refreshed and refreshed.

Ideal for after a run, post-gym or just a midday refresh. I love the concept of an on-the-go wipe, especially for those who have little physical mobility.

I really do enjoy using these wipes. They feel refreshing and clean, although I find them to be a little too soaked and fragrant. As much as I love the Fur Oil scent, it gets overwhelming when also mixed with sweat and bacteria. Overall, a great on-the-go treat especially for travel and ideal for a flight.

★ ★ ★ ★

Details: USD $22.00 for 18 wipes | Available on furyou.com

How I Use Each Product (And What Differentiates Them):

Fur Oil: All-over deep body moisture.

Silk Scrub: Body exfoliant.

Ingrown Concentrate: Ingrown treatment.

Stubble Cream: Post-shave / wax treatment.

Ingrown Eliminator: Brightening treatment.

Wash Cloth: Body cleanser for on-the-go.

In partnership with Fur, I have a discount code which gives you 15% off your purchase on furyou.com. Use code DESSEYDOLL15 at checkout. This is not a code I make commission from, just a little gift fur you.

Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Fur. All products were gifted by Fur to review in my opinion.

5 Ways To Use Fur Oil

This one’s for you, you and you.

In today’s sponsored post, I’ll be reviewing the deeply loved Fur Oil, a silky blend of oils mixed into one to help soothe, treat and soften pubic and body hair. It also clears pores for fewer ingrown and healthy, nourished skin. Really, anywhere.

As a fond lover of the line in general, I love and value Fur’s mission and beliefs to encompass inclusivity in the beauty industry and embrace all unique parts of our minds, bodies and souls, pubic hair included.

Today, we’re talking all things Fur Oil and my 5 favourite ways to use it. Keep an eye out for my full brand review to come!

Fur Oil claims: Dermatologically and gynaecologically tested. Free of phthalates, parabens, silicones, and artificial colors or fragrance. Gluten free and vegan.

Suited for: All skin types.

Fur Oil

What is it: A lightweight oil for pubic / body hair.

What it does: Fur Oil is designed to soothe and soften pubic and body hair while clearing pores to prevent ingrown hairs.

Key ingredients:

Grape Seed Oil as a vitamin E, D and C complex that’ll hydrate and nourish the skin, absorb quickly without leaving a greasy residue.

Jojoba Oil that has moisturizing properties to soften the hair and skin.

Clary Sage Oil as an antibacterial essential oil and astringent to soothe redness alongside any post-shaving or waxing irritations.
 
Tea Tree Oil as a powerful antimicrobial essential oil that eliminates excess sebum in the pores which helps prevent ingrown, bumps and allows the skin to heal quickly.

View the full ingredient list here.

Texture and scent: This oil feels like the thickness of olive oil but less greasy. It smells subtly divine with notes of lemon, grape seed oil and mint.

How to use: Fur recommends to use the oil wherever hair meets skin. View their full recommended use tips here.

MY TOP 5 FAVOURITE WAYS TO USE FUR OIL + EXPERIENCE

1. Post shaving / waxing.
   This is my number one favourite way to use Fur Oil. For my preference, I shave my legs and underarms and get my bikini waxed. (It’s just so much easier and takes up less time!) In general, I don’t have a lot of body hair. Ever since I started taking care of it, I’ve always made sure to moisturize post-shave or wax to ensure healthy and nourished skin. Using Fur Oil right after has helped tremendously, especially to soothe any present or potential irritations. I also love using it to condition hair until my next shave or wax appointment. It leaves my skin feeling so smooth, soothed and soft.

2. As a body oil + mixer.
   As someone who takes body care very seriously, I always condition my body with creams and oils after a shower. Using Fur Oil alone or mixed with a body creamed lathered all over me? A dream.

3. Brow conditioner.
   Quick and easy: Use Fur Oil to condition your brows. It’s packed with so many nutritious ingredients that’ll help soften hair, everywhere.

4. Body spot treatment.
   Use on any areas on the body that need extra care, including irritations, dry patches, itches, burns or anywhere you think needs it.

5. As an overall skin treatment.
   I can’t begin to tell you how Fur Oil has helped soothe and brighten darker areas of my skin, including underarms and between my thighs. It’s so comforting knowing there’s a product out there to help heal something I’m insecure about.

My experience: A never ending one.

I can’t even keep track how many full size and mini size bottles of Fur Oil I’ve finished to this date. Or have in my collection at the moment. Fur Oil is one of my favourite wellness and skin products I’ve ever had the pleasure of trying and continuously use in my day to day. It allows for a pleasant experience in my routine, not only on my hair but on my overall mindset of how I choose to take care of it. I’d recommend this to everyone and anyone, at anytime, morning, evening, in the bathroom, bedroom or anywhere in between.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Details: USD $28.00 for 14 mL or USD $46.00 for 75mL | Available on furyou.com

In partnership with Fur, I have a discount code which gives you 15% off your purchase on furyou.com. Use code DESSEYDOLL15 at checkout. This is not a code I make commission from, just a little gift fur you.

Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Fur. All products were gifted by Fur with no strings attached.

Brand Review: Nécessaire

Les soins corporels sont aussi important que les soins du visage.

Today, I’ll be reviewing Nécessaire, a wellness brand that focuses on body and sex care, reimagined. Created for everyone, the brand emulates a positive and inclusive energy for you to experience with their products. Nécessaire has gone above and beyond with their obsessively-researched ingredients and formulations, mission to deliver sustainability within their products and packaging, all the way to discovering yourself within self-care in a whole new way. And I have to say, the performance isn’t just a one-time indulgence. It’s an ongoing experience for you to enjoy, always. I encourage you to read about their mission here.

Starting off by launching body and sex care, there are currently 3 body washes, 1 body lotion and one lubricant., along with 4 curated discovery sets with the full size products.

Learn about Nécessaire’s Research Yes and No lists, along with their sustainability mission throughout their site and in their product descriptions here.

The Body Wash

What is it: The Body Was is a daily multi-vitamin cleanser for the body and overall skin health. The wash comes in 3 types: Fragrance Free, Sandalwood and Eucalyptus.

What it does: The Body Wash cleanses, nourishes and balances the skin.

Key formulation: Vitamin A, Vitamin B³, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Omega-6, Omega-9, Antioxidants

Key ingredients: Niacinamide, Vitamin A, Vitamin B3, Vitamin C, Vitamin E. Omega-6, Omega-9

Formula pH level: 5.5-6.5, formulated to support the natural pH and barrier function of the skin.

View full ingredient lists for The Body Wash here.

Texture and scent: The Body Wash is a delight. Each wash has a gel-oil hybrid texture and a different scent depending on the one you’re using. The eucalyptus is so invigorating, the sandalwood is so sensual and the fragrance free smells like sweet nothing.

How to use: Squeeze out the wash and lather it all over your body. Massage it for a rich, bubbly foam and rinse well.

My experience: The best body washes I’ve ever tried.

I truly haven’t tried anything like them. The moments I lather myself in Nécessaire are experiences. Invigorating in every sense of the word. I have a love for each wash, but a soft spot for eucalyptus. It’s healing to me. I love how much they lather and how softening they feel on the skin. A little goes a long way! I never thought I’d be investing in a body wash, but these are worth every cent. From the ingredients, packaging to the end result, it’s all love.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Details: USD $25.00 for 250 mL / 8.4 fl. oz for all washes. | Available on necessaire.com

The Body Lotion

What is it: The Body Lotion is a fast-absorbing daily multi-vitamin moisturizer for skin health.

What it does: The Body Lotion moisturizes, tones and strengthens the skin.

Key formulation: Vitamin A, Vitamin B³, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Omega-6, Omega-9, Antioxidants

Key ingredients: Niacinamide, Vitamin A, Vitamin B3, Vitamin C, Vitamin E. Omega-6, Omega-9, Antioxidants

Formula pH level: 4.75-5.75, formulated to support the natural pH and barrier function of the skin.

View full ingredient lists for The Body Lotion here.

Texture and scent: The Body Lotion is fragrance free. The texture is a thin-thick, soft cream that feels lightweight yet nourishing when massaging it into the skin. (It doesn’t feel sticky which is so important to me!)

How to use: Squeeze out the lotion and massage it into the skin until absorbed.

My experience: A staple.

I actually didn’t like this lotion at first. I thought it just layed on top of my skin without absorbing in, but the more I used it and massaged it into the skin, the more I fell in love with it. It has so many wonderful skin-soothing properties and feels so smoothing after shaving. I love that it’s fragrance free which doesn’t lead to irritation. I’d definitely recommend this lotion if you’re looking for a nourishing body cream.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Details: USD $25.00 for 200 mL / 6.8 fl. oz | Available on necessaire.com

The Sex Gel

What is it: The Sex Gel is a water-based personal lubricant.

What it does: The Sex Gel is intended to moisturize and lubricate, to enhance the ease and comfort of intimate activity and supplement the body's natural lubrication.

The Sex Gel is designed for all genders. It is compatible with natural rubber latex, polyurethane, and polyisoprene condoms. FDA-Cleared. Read more on The Sex Gel here.

Key formulation: Organic Aloe Vera, Distilled Deionized Water, and Sodium Hyaluronate

Formula pH level: 4.0-5.0

View full ingredient list for The Sex Gel here.

Texture and scent: The Sex Gel doesn’t smell like anything. The texture feels like a watery gel.

How to use: Remove cap to pump and dispense the product. Apply on areas as desired.

My experience: Stunning.

Firstly, I love how discreet the bottle is. Beautiful and sleek, The Sex Gel sits nicely on my vanity without question. In regards to the actual lube, it’s awesome. I don’t usually need lube, but I obviously wanted to try this one for the solemn fact that it’s clean and packed with goodness. I absolutely love it — it feels so cooling on application and allows for a really sensational glide.

I’d recommend this lube because it’s clean. Nécessaire is transparent with their ingredients and formulations, unlike other brands that formulate lubes with a bunch of chemicals. The Sex Gel feels great. Point blank.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Details: USD $20.00 for 50 mL / 1.7 fl. oz | Available on necessaire.com

Overall thoughts: Necessary. And inevitably, my favourite body care brand.

Showers after showers, washes, slathers and in times of play, it’s Nécessaire, and always will be. Yes to the washes, to the lotion and lube. I’m here for it all — from the products, ingredients all the way to their mission and inclusivity.

Disclaimer: All products were gifted by Nécessaire with no strings attached.