‘Delicious. Smells exactly like sunscreen but fades into light, powdery notes that aren’t obtrusive, with a bit of a sea salt tang’
There’s nothing quite like the rush of unboxing a fresh new perfume, especially when it’s been discounted. With that in mind, Amazon has just slashed the price on a nostalgic, holiday-ready favourite that shoppers are absolutely loving.
Nivea’s Sun Eau De Toilette is currently down to a budget-friendly £19.95 (usually £22.50) for a 30ml bottle, pocketing fans a modest £2.25 saving. Reviewers are obsessed, with many calling it a literal ‘summer in a bottle’ and promising to buy it on repeat.
The fragrance is heavily inspired by Nivea’s iconic, instantly recognisable sunscreen, specifically blended to evoke memories of carefree beach days and salty sea air. It kicks off with crisp citrus and delicate florals before settling into a warm, woody base that leaves a soft, sun-baked freshness on the skin.
Even the bottle perfectly captures the warmth of summer; it features a smooth, rounded design with a glowing sunset gradient that will look just as lovely on a dressing table as it smells on the skin.
Beyond Nivea, there are plenty of other summer-ready alternatives. For a true luxury splurge, Maison Margiela’s Beach Walk (£49.60, LookFantastic) is certainly worth a look, serving up a dreamy blend of coconut and citrus.
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This perfume is a blend of citrus florals and soft woods.
Meanwhile, a sweeter and more playful option is Sol de Janeiro’s classic Cheirosa 62 (£39, Space NK). This foolproof pick is packed with addictive notes of pistachio and salted caramel and inspired by the beaches of Rio.
Nivea’s Sun Eau De Toilette has received fantastic feedback from Amazon shoppers. This person shared: “A lovely, light, fresh fragrance that lasts.
“I’m a nurse and work long shifts, and patients have already remarked on how I smell very nice, and I can actually keep this in my pocket to top up quickly during the working day.”
Meanwhile, another chimed in: “Delicious. Smells exactly like sunscreen but fades into light, powdery notes that aren’t obtrusive, with a bit of a sea salt tang. It makes me feel like summer in a bottle.
“I wouldn’t say it’s the most long-lasting scent, but you will be able to smell it on yourself all day, even if other people can’t by the end.”
However, as with all perfume, it isn’t for everyone. This mixed review said: “I personally wasn’t that keen on the smell. I wanted to love it; I thought it would smell like summer, but it just smelled really strongly like the Nivea body lotion. Did not smell like a perfume to me. But luckily, my daughter loves it, so I passed it on to her.”
On a brighter note, this Nivea Sun Eau De Toilette fan shared: “I am extremely pleasantly surprised and impressed. Yes, it does smell like sunscreen, but with a nice summery smell.
“I really like it. It’s a really nice summer smell. If anyone is thinking, shall I or not? Buy it. You won’t be disappointed.”
