Rated 4.41 out of 5 stars
44 Reviews
I bought this to get some glow on my wedding but this is a staple! My skin gets really dry (African) even with cocoa butter or should I say my skin used to get really dry. ;) It isn't overly shimmery, more of a natural glow but its beautiful and smell fantastic. Smells like rich perfume of flowers. Did I mention that this is very moisturising?
The shimmer is perfection. It's not glittery or showy at all, but it's definitely there in the right light. It looks beautiful on. The texture is silky and delicious. Though, maybe a little too slick for awhile in warm temps. My only negative was the smell. I expected it to smell like gardenia or some other essential oil used. But it smells a lot like old school Coppertone. That could be fun for summer... but I prefer a more complex, luxurious scent (my favorite is Divine Oil by Caudalie). But overall, this feels wonderful & looks beautiful.
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Jennifer from Oceanside, CA
Yes, it's pricey. However, this is a good sized bottle. And, it is truly a beautiful thing for "mature " skin! Nice feel, absorbs quickly, and it is really magic! I'm using this oil/gel at the beach, what a lovely glow, and it's a great rehydrator. I'm 61, and have been told I look 45, thank you to Sunday Riley for this extraordinary range of products…
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Rev from Atlanta ga
I don't know why this has good reviews. It's consistency is runny and I don't see a shimmer. I don't feel it's hydrating either. I will not purchase again.
Rain austin from Michigan 
I was skeptical ordering this just because of the high price point and I wanted a really shimmery body oil for the summer. I found the best way to apply this is right after any shower or bath, and it is so pretty on the skin. It's super soft and has the perfect amount of shimmer on it where it's not too overpowering. And it makes my skin feels super smooth.
cally from FL
I hope they never stop making this. It's my spring and summer moisturizer. I get compliments all the time when using it as it makes my skin look really healthy. Looks great on my regular fair skin or even when I have on a spray tan.
Jaeda from New York
Fay from MI
A lovely sheen of golden shimmer that mostly subtle. Adds just the perfect finishing touch to your skin. Light scented, nothing over powering. The oil really does dry down and absorbs into your skin so you're not left with an oil slick on your body. 10/10 recommend
bananarose0 from Denver
Love this! It brightens my skin, almost like body glitter only way more subtle.
kylie from Jantzen Beach
Wonderful product. Enjoy the smell and effect both feeling and shine. compared to another similar item I have greatly preferred this.
SJane from Alaska
It's definitely a mix between gel and oil. It feels like a dry oil after about 2/3 minutes it feels like absolutely nothing. It's pretty sheer no crazy shimmer but definitely gives a dewy finish and looks even better with a tan!
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Andrea from Na
I've been on an epic quest to find the perfect body highlight/glow without looking glittery. I had really high hopes after reading a bunch of positive reviews, but after trying it I quickly decided it wasn't for me. The oil doesn't really feel like it melts into my skin and I really don't see any shimmer at all. You'd be better off taking some highlight powder and mixing it with a cheaper body oil. This one got returned. Def not worth the high price.
Sophie82 from undisclosed
Pure magic! I keep a backup in case it's discontinued!
4
courtney_leonard from undisclosed
In short, it's lovely! It goes on light and smooth and provides a subtle, nourishing shine with light scent. My only complaint is that I used it up quickly and I wasn't using it every day so perhaps I need to ration a bit more! It's also difficult to get the remnants out of the bottom of the bottle.
Aria from Sacramento, CA
Love this stuff! Doesn't make you look like a stripper like other brands do with all the chunky glitter. This is more moisturizing and has a glowing effect. Shake before you pump though. Otherwise you just get oil and the shimmer stays at the bottom of the bottle.
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Ramona from Orange County, Ca
Doesn't give off much shimmer, but feels amazing on my skin
JZ from FL
It does exactly what it promises, gives your skin a shimmering glow and dries instantly so it doesn't get on clothing. I use it when Im going out and want to sparkle.
Aria from New York, NY
I read a different review that said this did not show up on dark skin, and they were right. I am slightly tanner than Beyonce/ Rihanna and this looks like a SLIGHTLY shimmery oily glow. It's pretty and makes my skin soft, but if you are tan and are looking for a shimmery glow, I would look elsewhere. I'm choosing to keep this to see if the extra benefits, like the discoloration targeting, actually works, as other glow oils don't have these benefits.
Ladydee from undisclosed
Feels wonderful on your skin + sinks right in. Great after a shower or just before going out to look your best! Love it!
Riah from Ohio
I like the way this makes my skin feel, soft with a *very* subtle shimmer. Not really sparkles, but a soft glow. I'm sure it would be prettier if I had a bit more of a tan - but the smell of this is enough to make me not want to buy it again. Smells fake, kind of plastic. I can cover it up with a good perfume or lotion, but for the price I would rather buy something that I like the scent of.
Tinari from CO
I'm not sure how so many people are leaving great reviews. I just used it for the first time and I can't even tell I have it on. There is no noticeable shimmer at all on my light skin. The smell is OK and it's skin-softening so I will keep it, but if you're buying it for that glow, I'd try something else. The packaging was nice. I guess maybe I expected too much.
Nann from Los Angeles
I bought this on a whim a while back and then completely forgot about it until about 3 weeks ago. I have been GLOWING. With a tan it looks even better and its subtle enough I dont look like Edward Cullen in the daytime. Over lotion or on it's own its fantastic and I'll be stocking up really soon.
Vanessa R. from undisclosed
It's shimmery gold in a bottle for your skin, what more is there to say? Well, for starters, it also smells gently decadent. It makes your tan (and even non-tan) look like magic fairy dust. Definitely delivers on all its promised. I love this and would bathe in it if I could afford to - and it wasn't so wasteful.
Stephanie R. from undisclosed
I'm loving this body oil. Nice shimmer and moisturizing but not oily or greasy. My tan-deep skin looks amazing with Fairy Godmother.
Delaney T. from undisclosed
i like this WAY more than i thought i would. it smells great. it absorbs and drys down perfectly into skin. i've tried other oils before that are sticky or never absorb and immediately wipe off. it's the perfect amount of shimmer for day to day use or you can use a little extra for a night out or if you're at the beach.
Christine from DMV
I wish I could "like" the comment below mine about the variation in colors for differing skin tones. The shimmer showed up on my skin- I've got fair skin- but for others it may be an issue. I just got this in the mail and I enjoy it immensely already. It's got a nice, subtle fragrance that even the most sensitive of noses can appreciate. I like how well it seems to moisturize- I put it on after I took a shower and it absorbed straight away. I've used other body oils (not necessarily shimmery types) that sat on my skin and left a greasy residue that made me feel like I rolled around in canola oil, but this one did not. Keep it up Sunday Riley!
Kay from New York
I'm really surprised by how much I love this stuff. I have literally every shade of the Sol De Janeiro Glow Oils as well as several other body oil glitter type/highlighter things. They're fun and pretty but are just too glittery, especially during the day time. As I've gotten a bit older I don't want to be visibly glittery (sad), so this is perfect because it's subtle enough to catch the light but looks like you just have really pretty skin. It's much more of a glow than a glitter. I LOVE it.