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a few weeks ago, sarah jessica parker Sharing on Instagram many of the items she brought with her for the shoot that’s all. The mother-of-three packs hand sanitizer, Dior lip gloss, hair ties, Papermate pens and Tootsie lollipops in her custom-made canvas tote – essentials that many other mothers may also carry. But what caught my eye was something nostalgic: a retro drugstore scent that smelled like remember, Skin Musk Perfume.
As Parker highlights each item, she points out where she got them and why she considers these must-haves her favorites. As for the fragrance, the age-defying 59-year-old actress says, “I mean… Bonne Bell Skin Musk. There’s not much else to say about it,” her voice dripping with IYKYK.
If you don’t remember, Bonne Bell launched the legendary lip-smacking lip balm that every Gen-Xer had in their Hello Kitty wallet as a kid. It also makes beautiful fragrances like Skin Musk that all the cool kids wear. As an older Gen-Xer, SJP was so fascinated that she still Can’t leave home without it! Not knowing it was still available, I immediately needed to find this fragrance. As it turns out, Bonne Bell no longer makes the product, but Skin Musk is still available at Walmart, and shoppers say one spray is enough to transport you back to your pre-teen days. Even better, the vintage version is only $13!
I’m not the only one who misses the soft floral, sandalwood, and musky scents. Loads of shoppers are excited about the skin scent and say it always gets compliments. One enthusiast said: “I’ve been wearing this musky cologne for over 40 years, way back when it was Bonne Bell. It’s still a favorite and I still get compliments. It’s a great value for money Cologne.
Another shopper agreed, writing: “I used to wear this when I was younger and when I sprayed it on today it brought back so many memories. And the smell lasted for half the day as usual. It wasn’t Overwhelming. It’s a warm and inviting scent that you only need a little bit. It’s a very lovely scent. I would recommend it to anyone.
The fragrance also received the rare distinction of being the year-round winner. Because we’re impatiently waiting for Carrie Bradshaw to return to our TV screens joint laboratory testing In season three, we can at least have as much olfactory fun as she does. Fans say these bottles are regularly out of stock and won’t be sold in stores, so grab them while they’re available.
