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In the 1940s-60s, hand lotions only had one distinctive trademark scent. Jergen's stood out for me with an almond scent that I liked. I've enjoyed the dives into the past and I it is overwhelming to realize the enormous increase in today's consumer choices. Unfortunately, either my tastes or Jergen's manufacture changed over the years, even their 'Original scent' is not what I remember. Like most things, I find my memory works best in my mind, not in reality.

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What an interesting, charming, and generous in your recommendations newsletter issue this has been, thank you! 🙌🏻

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aw thanks sarah :)

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The categories are so spot on! I love your CPG writing!!!

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you are too kind, thank you sarah!

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I tried Theraplush and while it was nice, I couldn’t justify spending that amount on a repurchase. Went back to my tried and true Weleda which always serves me well at a great price point

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you're the second person to tell me weleda is the move. thanks for reading!

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Loved this one!! Something about a metal tube is very charming to me for some reason. I willllll say that as someone with painfully dry hands all year round, regular face moisturizer and body lotion simply isn’t rich enough and a hand cream is necessary 🥵

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the responses to this are making me a believer now too!

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