What's the most effective way to apply this lotion so it actually hydrates instead of just sitting on top? — Bisou coconut & amber shiny moisturizing body lotion 200ml

Hydration works by sealing water into the stratum corneum. After showering, pat skin with a towel until it's no longer dripping but still feels cool and slightly damp — this is your window. Dispense a generous amount (roughly a 2-euro-coin size per limb) into your palm, rub hands together briefly to warm it, then smooth over skin in long, upward strokes. Don't rub vigorously; a gentle glide lets the emulsion form a continuous film. Pay extra attention to areas that tend to be rough: outer arms, shins, knees, elbows. If you wait until skin is fully dry, the lotion can only soften the surface; it won't replenish the water lost during washing. For very dry days, you can mist a thermal water spray or hydrosol over dressed skin and reapply a thin layer to the driest spots. Store the bottle at room temperature; extreme heat can thin the emulsion and cold can make it harder to pump.