Since a teen (I’m now in my 50s) I have long coveted over the smell of Hawaiian Tropic. I think most would agree, it epitomises the start of summer. That fresh coconut, beach smell that you could once, only get from an oil, would immediately conjure images of the sea, warm weather, sand and instant relaxation.
I could never understand why, when it was such a hugely successful brand that the fragrance wasn’t captured into a spray scent. In fact other much more expensive brands did cotton on, such as Estée Lauder’s Bronze Goddess, the drawback being it’s very expensive.
Thankfully, Hawaiian Tropic have indeed now launched their fragrance mist range, and I can delightfully say it’s captures that wonderful, tropical smell that has made the brand so hugely successful.
I tested both Coco Magic and Tropical Haze. Coco Magic is the original creamy, sensual coconut fragrance, with notes of white musk that is both nurturing, soft and, of course coconut that is undeniably beach in a bottle. It also combines oriental ylang-ylang and sparkling green apple. This stops the scent from being sweet and gives it just a slight sharpness. If it was served in a glass, then it would definitely be a Pina Colada!
Tropical Haze is a more fruity combination with notes of juicy pear, citrus lemon but again that lasting underlying fragrance of coconut. It’s definitely more citrus and like a fruit punch, and is reminiscent of sangria and warm, early sunsets.
However, what makes these fragrances stand out even more is that they actually treat the skin. Both body mists contain Panthenol, an ingredient that helps prevent water loss from the skin. This means the skin stays more hydrated, soft and supple, eliminating the dry skin that often goes hand in hand with summer.
The mists also contain cooling and anti-inflammatory Aloe Vera. This ingredient is often used for sunburn, inflammation and helps the body cool down. Ideal not just for the summer months, but also if you are menopausal, suffering from hot sweats or work in a stuffy environment. They’re ideal for after sports and if you just want to freshen up during the day.
I love them, and my eldest (who’s 20) claimed them as part of her birthday present! You can purchase them from Superdrug HERE
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