Elizabeth Arden 8 hour cream?!

[TheDowagerCuntess]

I just came across a tube in the bathroom cabinet, and put it on my face after my evening shower.

3/4 of an hour later, I'm still glossy and sticky, and I'm having to wipe it off before I get into bed, otherwise the pillow case will be grim.  I was really sparing with it, as well.

I remember now why I don't use it. I can't imagine using it in the morning either, before putting make-up on. It would all slide off.

What am I missing - it's supposed to be a wonder product.

[RJnomore1]

It is but it was a wonder for the dermatitis on dh hands!

[cowgirlsareforever]

I didn't think it was designed to use all over the face.

[namechange20050]

It's topical balm for really dry bits, not face moisturiser!

[misscph1973]

You don't use it as a face cream. It's good for dry spots and chapped lips.

[SinglePringle]

It's not for using like that!

It's for dry, rough skin. I use it on lips, cuticles, heels etc. Also sometimes a tiny tiny amount to de-frizz hair.

[ChardonnaysPrettySister]

It's vaseline, some vit A and some salicylic acid, so no surprise it's just sitting on the skin.

[TheDowagerCuntess]

It says it 'works wonders to moisturise and protect anytime, anyway you choose' and 'apply liberally as often as needed'!

Eek - I have taken it way too literally it seems, and I really put just a teeny amount on?!

[TheDowagerCuntess]

Ooh, de-frizzing hair, I could definitely use up the last of it for that.

[misscph1973]

Yes, it's very concentrated, just use a tiny dab. It will last for ages.

[Blahblahblahyadayadayada]

Good for dry lips, dry patches on skin, hands, feet (with socks). I have applied a very small amount all over my face on occasion, but very sparingly.

[LiftElevatorWhatever]

I can't get past the weird smell of 8hr cream, but DM swore by it.

[QuietCorday]

I use it on blemishes, bits of rough skin, the odd spot of redness.

Think of it like a kind of bonjela for your face, if that helps.

[dudsville]

I use it for my hands, feet and elbows here. I'm like the Sahara.

[A1Sharon]

I use it on cuticles, dry patches, lips etc. I wouldn't slather my face in it!

[Maudlinmaud]

I remember reading that posh spice uses it on her face as she has dry skin, so I tried it and ended up like you op. I have used it on minor burns and it's quite good for that.

[LadyOfTheCanyon]

But dear God, THE SMELL!

I can just about bear to put it on my feet.

[Blahblahblahyadayadayada]

I think there is a fragrance free version as well.

[bluebellation]

I put it on my heels after I've foot-filed them; and yes to the awful smell, which is why I can only put it over 5 feet away from my nose!

[Hairq]

Yes, rough skin, chapped lips, dry feet etc. It stinks to high heaven though.

[Maudlinmaud]

I've just remembered I have an eight hour lipstick. Bought it moons ago but it refuses to die and turns up in handbags and jacket pockets. Have to say it's great.

[WindyWednesday]

I love it. Great for chapped lips, burns, dry cracked bits on hands and feet. It a balm for severe dry skin. It's not a day cream!

I always take it abroad. It's so useful. Eyebrow balm, lip balm. It's so versatile.

Oh.....and I love the smell.

[MadameSzyszkoBohush]

You get used to the smell, I use it everyday and don't notice it anymore.

[Doobigetta]

My kitten seems to like it...

[dudsville]

I don't mind the smell but it's not high on my list of favourite scent!

[Polkadot1974]

Love it for lips. And super dry bits on hands. Wouldn't countenance it on my face but I'm a grease ball