kai body lotion gardenia & white exotics 8 oz — shea butter moisturizer, lightweight hydration

kai body lotion is a lightweight, shea-butter-rich moisturizer scented with gardenia and white exotics to hydrate skin while leaving a fresh tropical fragrance.

Blending nourishing oils and botanical extracts in an easy-absorbing formula, this 8 oz bottle was created to give daily moisture and a subtle, signature scent inspired by Hawaiian summers. It layers well with other fragrances, sinks in quickly without greasiness, and is formulated with vitamins A, C, and E plus plant extracts to help skin look smooth and supple. The product is vegan, cruelty-free, and free from parabens, sulfates, phthalates, and phosphates.

How will this lotion feel and perform on normal to dry skin?

The texture is lightweight and fast-absorbing, designed to deliver long-lasting hydration without leaving a heavy residue. Shea butter and safflower seed oil provide emollience and skin-softening benefits, while the formula aims to create a dewy, healthy-looking finish rather than a shiny or oily film.

• lightweight, non-greasy finish for daily use
• deeply moisturizing shea butter plus safflower oil
• absorbs quickly—good for morning routines
• leaves a natural, supple glow without residue

What scent does it have and how long does the fragrance last?

The fragrance is kai’s signature gardenia wrapped in white exotics: a bright, tropical floral with clean, airy undertones reminiscent of summer by the sea. Fragrance longevity varies by skin type and activity, but most users notice a soft, lingering scent throughout the day that gently fades rather than overpowers.

• signature gardenia and white exotics—tropical floral profile
• designed to be subtle and wearable, not overpowering
• layers well with perfumes or other kai products
• ideal for everyday wear and sensory rituals

Which active ingredients are included and what do they contribute?

The formula combines classic emollients with targeted botanicals and vitamins to support skin comfort and appearance. Vitamins A, C, and E work in tandem to help nourish and protect, while cucumber, comfrey, ivy, and elderflower extracts contribute soothing and antioxidant-rich notes in a cosmetic, non-medical capacity.

• vitamins A, C, and E for antioxidant support and nourishment
• cucumber and comfrey extracts to help soothe and calm skin
• ivy and elderflower for botanical conditioning and sensory appeal
• safflower seed oil and shea butter for long-lasting moisture

Is this product ethically made and safe for everyday use?

kai body lotion is produced in the USA and formulated without parabens, sulfates, phthalates, or phosphates. It is cruelty-free (Leaping Bunny certified), vegan, and packaged with recyclable materials to align with conscious beauty practices.

• made in the USA with vegan-friendly ingredients
• Leaping Bunny certified—cruelty-free
• free from common harsh additives and known irritants listed above
• recyclable packaging supports sustainability efforts

Who is this for: kai body lotion is suited for anyone seeking a clean, everyday moisturizer with a lightweight finish and a signature tropical-floral scent. It's a good pick for those who want nourishing ingredients without heavy oils, people who prefer vegan and cruelty-free beauty items, and anyone looking to add a calming, destination-inspired scent to their daily skincare ritual. If you need clinical treatment for specific skin conditions, consult a dermatologist; for daily hydration and a sensorial routine, this lotion is designed to deliver soft, glowing results.

Ingredients

water/aqua, glycerin, carthamus tinctorius (safflower) seed oil/carthamus tinctorius, ethylhexyl palmitate, glyceryl stearate, peg-100 stearate, fragrance/parfum, butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter, glycol stearate, dimethicone, tocopheryl acetate (vitamin e acetate), retinyl palmitate (vitamin a), ascorbyl palmitate (vitamin c), symphytum officinale (comfrey) leaf extract/symphytum officinale, cucumis sativus (cucumber) fruit extract/cucumis sativus, citrus limon (lemon) peel extract/citrus limon, sambucus nigra (elder) flower extract/sambucus nigra, hedera helix (ivy) extract/hedera helix, rosa canina (rose hips) fruit extract/rosa canina,cetyl alcohol, cetearyl alcohol, hydrogenated lecithin, carbomer, propylene glycol, disodium edta, phenoxyethanol, caprylyl glycol, ethylhexylglycerin, hexylene glycol, sodium hydroxide, hexyl cinnamal, benzyl benzoate, benzyl salicylate, butylphenyl methylpropional, citronellol, geraniol, linalool, hydroxycitronellal