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Charity Pot Body Lotion

Charitable body lotion that keeps on giving.

$21.95
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This product does not contain animal
products of any kind.

Fair Trade organic cocoa butter

The Fair Trade, organic cocoa butter moisturizes and gives Charity Pot an incredibly rich chocolate scent.


Charitable giving in an unassuming black pot.

This was one of our first lotions. It's made with skin-softening cocoa butter and almond oil to make your skin feel lovely, and it has a scent you'll want to sniff all day long. Mark was touched by a product created for an AIDS charity and wanted to have a product that would be solely for charitable giving. Every penny that you pay for a pot, excluding the tax, goes to grassroots charities all around the world.

Charity Pot has always been a quality product, but since we started using Fair Trade organic cocoa butter, it smells like a pot of rich and creamy chocolate.

Geranium oil

Geranium essential oil is balancing and lends a delicate fragrance.

Customer review:

5 stars from Emily

" I have ridiculously sensitive skin, and I'm allergic to aloe, so I have to be careful with lotion. I've tried dozens of lotions, and the only kind besides Charity Pot that didn't make me itchy was Lubriderm for sensitive skin. That's a ...more "

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If you are travelling, may we suggest that you check the lid for tightness and then place it in a ziplock bag so that you don't end up moisturizing your baggage!




REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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LUSH Charity Pot
 
4.1

(based on 86 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (42)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (23)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (10)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (6)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (5)

84%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Moisturizes well (61)
  • Softens skin (60)
  • Goes on smoothly (57)
  • Long lasting (49)
  • Smells great (43)

Cons

  • Bad smell (19)
  • Greasy (14)
  • Doesn't absorb well (3)

Best Uses

  • Bedtime (40)
  • After shower/bath (39)
  • Winter dryness (39)
  • Deep moisturization (35)
  • Dry/chapped skin (34)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Brand buyer (41), Budget shopper (28)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

best money spent

probably the best 'all around' lotion you can get for your money. if there's something better out there, you better prove it to me.i got this as a gift years ago, and i...Read complete review

probably the best 'all around' lotion you can get for your money. if there's something better out there, you better prove it to me.i got this as a gift years ago, and i got the large portion of it. the price may be a bit of a damper to some of you, but it's called the charity pot for a reason. each time you buy it, all the proceeds go directly to whichever charity is listed on their lid.the lotion itself is actually very good. i was concerned, thinking maybe it would be kind of greasy or sticky. you know, that feeling you get after you apply lotion you feel like of sticky like glue or something..well not this. this was quick to absorb, and super quick to get into the pores and work its magic. relieves any chapped skin you may have on whatever part of your body, and doesn't leave an icky residue. as for the smell, i dont know, it doesnt really smell like much? i guess like lotion? one notable thing though:i had my previous charity pot for over 3 years. the expiration date was a year after it was purchased, i was still using it after the date. i saw why they say "best used before." reason being, the lotion tends to get kind of watered down and greasy. at least mine did. maybe it wont for you. who knows. but that was like, after three years. so yeah.all in all, i say, spend that [$] and treat yourself to some good [*].

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Mixed feelings

As I was at one of my many shopping adventures at a local Lush store, I noticed this moisturizer by the front counter as I was making my purchase. The Lush worker told me ...Read complete review

As I was at one of my many shopping adventures at a local Lush store, I noticed this moisturizer by the front counter as I was making my purchase. The Lush worker told me about how all of its proceeds go to charitable causes and I was immediately intrigued to A) to be charitable and B) to have an excuse to buy more Lush products!

I have to say I do not like the smell of this lotion. It is different and a little to earthy for my taste, although that is just my personal opinion. If you are into scents like sandalwood and pathchuoli, you would probably like this lotion.

Also, this lotion isn't thick like a body butter and was not effective on my abnormally dry skin.

Overall I am disappointed by the lotion and would not buy it again. But at least I donated to a good cause. :)

REVIEWS

Reviewed by 86 customers

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5.0

Rich and lovely

By francescaisfine

from Pittsburgh, PA

About Me Budget Buyer

Verified Reviewer

Pros

  • Absorbs Quickly
  • Goes On Smoothly
  • Long Lasting
  • Moisturizes Well
  • Smells Great
  • Softens Skin

Cons

    Best Uses

    • After Shower/Bath
    • Bedtime
    • Deep Moisturization
    • Dry/Chapped Skin
    • Eczema
    • Winter Dryness

    Comments about LUSH Charity Pot:

    Charity Pot has to be one of the deepest and most penetrating moisturizers I have ever used. It not only softens my skin but also helps alleviate the eczema spots that appear on my skin from time to time. It's my go-to cream for a quick hand moisturizer especially during the winter months. I love the rich, soothing and calming scent of geranium and cocoa butter. And the best part is Charity Pot proceeds support many grass root charities. Great idea and a great product!

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    4.0

    Nice for hands

    By Claire Bristol

    from Dallas, TX

    About Me Budget Buyer

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Absorbs Quickly
    • LIghtweight
    • Nice consistency
    • Not Greasy
    • Smells Great

    Cons

    • Not moisturizing

    Best Uses

    • Hands
    • Winter Dryness

    Comments about LUSH Charity Pot:

    As someone with dry skin, I'm always looking for a quick fix after I get out of the shower. I used this product on my body at first and although it sinks in nicely and has a lovely smell, it did not provide the moisture I need on my body. I can see the benefit for those who don't need too much moisture on their body though.

    However, I started using it as a hand lotion and it works wonders on my hands! I don't like heavy things on my hands because if I touch my face, it can cause it to break out. The lotion works really well on my hands and the fact that it helps others out makes it all the better :) Good for a small gift or stocking stuffer (if you get the small pot).

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    1.0

    what's that smell?

    By Sad for once

    from Chicago

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    Pros

      Cons

        Best Uses

          Comments about LUSH Charity Pot:

          I bought the charity pot for [$], happy to give a little back to the world. But to me this lotion smells like a bad permanent solution. After a wonderful bath of Cinders I was looking forward to slathering my body with LUSH'S luxutious lotion. The smell was so distracting I had to jump into the shower to wash it all off!I thought maybe it just didn't go well with Cinders, but later I tried the lotion again and it still smelled bad. Maybe its time to go back to the drawing board on this one. I've never before been disappointed with a LUSH product, but this one just tanked for me.

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          2.0

          Can't get past the smell

          By Handwashing RN

          from Rockville, MD

          About Me Brand Buyer

          Pros

          • Moisturizes Well

          Cons

          • Bad Smell
          • Too Greasy or Heavy

          Best Uses

          • Deep Moisturization
          • Dry/Chapped Skin
          • Winter Dryness

          Comments about LUSH Charity Pot:

          I'm an RN and wash my hands a lot - I bought this to keep at work as my hands take a beating. The smell is so overpowering - must be the geranium oil or something - that I can't tolerate it - I've left it at work and some of the staff don't mind the smell since the moisturization is good.

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          5.0

          Amazing, no longer flaky

          By Roby

          from Lakewood, CO

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          Pros

          • Absorbs Quickly
          • Long Lasting
          • Moisturizes Well
          • Not Greasy
          • Smells Great

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Deep Moisturization
            • Dry/Chapped Skin
            • Winter Dryness

            Comments about LUSH Charity Pot:

            This is the first thing I bought from Lush. I have really dry skin & winter cold makes it worse. This cream really works,I put it on after my shower & my skin is soft, moist and no more flakiness. Helping charities is a bonus. Smells so good I will be buying in the future.

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            5.0

            Healing for worry spots!!

            By Emmy

            from Needham, MA

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            Pros

            • Absorbs Quickly
            • Goes On Smoothly
            • Long Lasting
            • Moisturizes Well
            • Not Greasy
            • Smells Great
            • Softens Skin
            • Soothes keloids

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • After Shower/Bath
              • Bedtime
              • Deep Moisturization
              • Dry/Chapped Skin

              Comments about LUSH Charity Pot:

              A friend purchased this product for me as a gift. I had tried it before in the store, but never bought it for myself. It is A-M-A-Z-I-N-G! It goes on soft, smooth, and soaks into the skin quickly! I use it all over my body, but especially on my shoulders. My shoulders are naturally dry, and because of that, they have always suffered from acne. In addition, because they are always dry and covered in acne, I scratch and scratch - they have become my worry spot. I never wanted to put lotion on them, because I was afraid it would make the acne worse. Turns out that was exactly what they needed! I have scars on my shoulders now (keloids) and within three days of using this lotion (after shower and before bed) the keloids are noticeably less red, softer, and smaller. PLUS they itch less, so I don't scratch. THANK YOU LUSH! PS, I think it smells great! Natural coco and almond don't have a "sweet" smell. It may take some getting used to for some, but I love it.

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              5.0

              Favorite Lotion

              By Sam Vicious

              from Orange County, CA

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              Pros

              • Absorbs Quickly
              • Long Lasting
              • Moisturizes Well
              • Not Greasy
              • Smells Great
              • Softens Skin

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • After Shower/Bath
                • Bedtime
                • Deep Moisturization
                • Dry/Chapped Skin
                • Winter Dryness

                Comments about LUSH Charity Pot:

                This product is a dream come true, and helps charities too!

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                5.0

                Favorite Lotion

                By museofwine

                from McKinleyville, CA

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                Pros

                • Absorbs Quickly
                • Goes On Smoothly
                • Long Lasting
                • Moisturizes Well
                • Not Greasy
                • Smells Great
                • Softens Skin

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • After Shower/Bath
                  • Bedtime
                  • Deep Moisturization
                  • Dry/Chapped Skin
                  • Winter Dryness

                  Comments about LUSH Charity Pot:

                  I love this lotion, definitely my favorite! It smells fresh and makes my skin feel smooth and LUSHious. I really do want to smell it all day long, the description doesn't lie. Not to mention, It's for a good cause.

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                  5.0

                  What's not to love?

                  By Nettices

                  from Ohio

                  About Me Brand Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Long Lasting
                  • Moisturizes Well
                  • Smells Great
                  • Softens Skin

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Bedtime
                    • Winter Dryness

                    Comments about LUSH Charity Pot:

                    I know that the smell of Charity Pot isn't for everyone, but I am kind of oddly in love with it. It's the only floral chocolate scent I know, and I can't describe why I like it, so it just might be an emotional attachment to the product itself.
                    I don't have to use a ton of this like I do with other creams, which means it lasts way longer than I usually expect it to. It sinks into the skin fairly quickly, and my skin stays moisturized for ages. I wish I could say I buy this for charity to be a good person, but I hardly ever even think of the charity sticker on the top of the pot. I buy it because I love it.

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                    2.0

                    Good Product, Horrid Smell

                    By Miki the Lush

                    from Rapid City, South Dakota

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                    Pros

                    • Goes On Smoothly
                    • Long Lasting
                    • Moisturizes Well

                    Cons

                    • Bad Smell

                    Best Uses

                      Comments about LUSH Charity Pot:

                      I was so excited to finally get this product in the "My Fair Lady" gift and to donate to the charity on the pot! But I opened the pot up and the smell just over took me in a bad way. I tried it on my skin to make sure it just didn't smell the best in the pot but I had to shower to get it off because I just thought it smelt so bad! If this product didn't smell the way it did I would repurchase.

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                      5.0

                      Great Lotion for a Great Cause

                      By Serality

                      from Scottsdale, AZ

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                      Pros

                      • Absorbs Quickly
                      • Goes On Smoothly
                      • Long Lasting
                      • Moisturizes Well
                      • Not Greasy
                      • Softens Skin

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • After Shower/Bath
                        • Bedtime
                        • Dry/Chapped Skin
                        • Winter Dryness

                        Comments about LUSH Charity Pot:

                        At first I only wanted to buy this product for its charitable causes. I was not keen on the smell (not a fan of chocolate), and it wasn't as thick of a moisturizer as other LUSH products. However, I finally bought a full size jar one day at my local LUSH store, and have been very happy with it since. I love that it is lightweight and absorbs very quickly. I've gotten used to the smell, and now actually like it, and I can not believe how soft it has made my hands!! My hands have always been extremely dry and the skin will peel as if blistering, but this lotion really softens them without being greasy at all and helps with my embarrassing peeling problem.

                        I absolutely love this product and highly recommend it. If you aren't too sure about the smell, it's not that strong and I found it pretty easy to get used to. (Also the price is really good, one of the cheapest LUSH moisturizers, and still a wonderful product).

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                        4.0

                        becoming a must have

                        By soniala

                        from arlington, va

                        About Me Budget Buyer

                        Verified Reviewer

                        Pros

                        • Absorbs Quickly
                        • Goes On Smoothly
                        • Moisturizes Well
                        • Not Greasy
                        • Softens Skin

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • After Shower/Bath

                          Comments about LUSH Charity Pot:

                          been using this daily after showers. the scent didn't win me over immediately... but i'm slowly coming to find it great. regardless - it's not such a strong scent that it would bother me and my skin has been feeling GREAT so it's a keep as far as i'm concerned. also love the concept of charity pot and love the different orgs the money goes to.

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                          4.0

                          Leaves skin very soft

                          By Yoshi

                          from Providence, RI

                          About Me Budget Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Goes On Smoothly
                          • Moisturizes Well
                          • Softens Skin

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • After Shower/Bath
                            • Deep Moisturization
                            • Dry/Chapped Skin

                            Comments about LUSH Charity Pot:

                            I bought it mostly to benefit Japan, because I have other moisturizers, but I decided to use it because I love Lush products. It smelled a little strange in the pot, but after a couple minutes on my skin smells very nice. I mainly use it to moisturize after shaving my legs, and that makes them nice and smooth with no irritation. Plus, my hands get very soft in the process.

                             
                            5.0

                            Yum!

                            By rosebud

                            from Racine, Wi

                            About Me Budget Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Absorbs Quickly
                            • Goes On Smoothly
                            • Moisturizes Well
                            • Not Greasy
                            • Smells Great
                            • Softens Skin

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • After Shower/Bath
                              • Bedtime

                              Comments about LUSH Charity Pot:

                              I love this stuff! I have sensitive skin and this did not cause my skin to sting or turn red. Love that it smells like chocolate.

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                              5.0

                              good stuff, good cause

                              By Teacher

                              from San Jose

                              Verified Reviewer

                              Pros

                              • Absorbs Quickly
                              • Goes On Smoothly
                              • Long Lasting
                              • Moisturizes Well
                              • Smells Great
                              • Softens Skin

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                • After Shower/Bath
                                • Deep Moisturization
                                • Dry/Chapped Skin

                                Comments about LUSH Charity Pot:

                                Love this stuff and it truly works. Quality for not much $ if you consider the amount you get, the effectiveness of this product, and the ineffectiveness of other non lush products which go to waste because they don't work.

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                                5.0

                                great all-around lotion

                                By krans

                                from indiana

                                About Me Brand Buyer

                                Verified Reviewer

                                Pros

                                • Absorbs Quickly
                                • Goes On Smoothly
                                • Long Lasting
                                • Moisturizes Well
                                • Smells Great
                                • Softens Skin

                                Cons

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Deep Moisturization

                                  Comments about LUSH Charity Pot:

                                  i really love this product. i use charity pot on my hands and neck before going to bed. i get the delicious chocolate/floral smell of charity pot, and the deep hydration overnight.

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                                  4.0

                                  Soft legs!

                                  By Katelyn

                                  from Jacksonville, FL

                                  About Me Brand Buyer

                                  Verified Reviewer

                                  Pros

                                  • Absorbs Quickly
                                  • Long Lasting
                                  • Moisturizes Well
                                  • Not Greasy
                                  • Softens Skin

                                  Cons

                                  • Bad Smell

                                  Best Uses

                                  • After Shower/Bath
                                  • Bedtime

                                  Comments about LUSH Charity Pot:

                                  I recently got this lotion in a smaller size for the Japanese relief, which I'm glad I did. Not only did it contribute to Japan, it also introduced me to this awesome lotion! When I first opened the pot, I was put off by the smell, I am NOT a fan of it. But my legs were dry so I decided to try it out. This lotion is awesome, it made my legs soooo silky soft! I can't even get over how soft they are even the next morning (put it on before bed) they were super smooth. And I didn't find the smell to linger on my skin, which I was thankful for. I will defiantly repurchase this when I run out of my trial size.

                                  Had to take a star off for the smell though!

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                                  3.0

                                  happy soul, happy skin--not for noses!

                                  By TransformersGirl

                                  from Denver, CO

                                  About Me Budget Buyer

                                  Verified Reviewer

                                  Pros

                                  • Absorbs Quickly
                                  • Easy to use
                                  • Goes On Smoothly
                                  • Good results
                                  • Moisturizes Well
                                  • Softens Skin

                                  Cons

                                  • Bad Smell

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Dry/Chapped Skin
                                  • Hands

                                  Comments about LUSH Charity Pot:

                                  I bought the Japan Charity Pot because I really wanted to donate and I happened to need lotion too. I'm glad I bought this because it's helping a good cause, but it also helped my skin! I work with aquariums and the chemicals in the water dry out my hands like crazy and within one day of use this made my hands feel really nice. The bad side is this smells horrid! It smells like beer and I was worried that people might think I'm a booze-hound or something. I'll go for a different lotion next time since this smell dries me crazy...I recommend this to people whose noses aren't that sensitive and just want a nice lotion.

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                                  (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                                   
                                  1.0

                                  Greasy, Smelly, Not Again

                                  By LegalBat

                                  from Tallahassee, FL

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                                  Pros

                                  • Softens Skin

                                  Cons

                                  • Bad Smell
                                  • Doesn't Absorb Well
                                  • Not Long-Lasting
                                  • Too Greasy or Heavy

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Bedtime
                                  • On the feet

                                  Comments about LUSH Charity Pot:

                                  I bought this because it was Charity Pot and it was for a good cause but I regretted. I originally loved the smell but it seemed to change over time (about a week). The smell turned from a lovely chocolate-buttery smell into something fairly rank.

                                  It does not penetrate into the skin well. It sits on the skin and feels very greasy. The smell doesn't last long which is good but you would hope that if the product was good, the smell would last longer.

                                  I now use the remaining cream on my feet which does make them feel softer but still greasy. I put on the product pretty heavy before bed and put on socks during the night and get soft feet in the morning.

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                                  (0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                                   
                                  1.0

                                  First Lush product I dislike

                                  By KatelynMarie

                                  from Belmont, NH

                                  About Me Budget Buyer

                                  Pros

                                    Cons

                                    • Bad Smell
                                    • Too Greasy or Heavy

                                    Best Uses

                                      Comments about LUSH Charity Pot:

                                      Thankfully I only got the trial size pot from Lush UK because this product smells terrible! Like moldy vanilla pudding. ugh. It doesn't even moisturize that well and it leaves a greasy feeling behind. Sorry Lush, love you and the cause that this lotion supports but not the lotion itself.

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