What to Look for in a Body Moisturizer

Choosing the right body moisturizer can make a big difference in your skin’s hydration, comfort, and glow.

1. Skin Type

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Consider whether your skin is dry, oily, sensitive, or combination. Rich creams are ideal for very dry skin, while lightweight lotions or gels may suit oilier types.

2. Key Ingredients

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Look for hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid, glycerin, shea butter, or ceramides. Natural oils and antioxidants can also help nourish and protect the skin.

3. Fragrance Preference

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Some moisturizers are fragranced while others are fragrance-free. If you have sensitive skin or prefer minimal scent, opt for unscented formulas to reduce irritation.

4. Absorption and Finish

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Decide if you prefer a fast-absorbing lotion that leaves no residue or a richer cream that offers longer-lasting moisture but may feel heavier on the skin.

  1. 1
    Play Everyday Lotion With Sunflower Extract SPF 50
    2,152 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    A fast-absorbing, non-greasy, water and sweat-resistant, and broad-spectrum SPF 50 lotion for face and body.
  2. 2
    Crème de Corps

    Kiehl's Since 1851

    1,915 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    A superb quality body moisturizer.
  3. 3
    Anti-Aging Body Balm
    1,157 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    The ultimate anti-aging body moisturizer to firm, smooth and deeply hydrate skin.
  4. 4
    Undaria Algae Body Butter
    989 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    Ultra-rich yet fast-absorbing body butter that transforms dry skin, leaving it soft, smooth and supple.
  5. 5
    Undaria Algae Body Lotion
    564 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    A ultra-hydrating, lightweight body lotion packed with clinically-proven actives to deliver instant firming hydration.
  6. 6
    Aromatics Elixir Body Smoother
    327 REVIEWS
    Fragranced body lotion that leaves skin feeling silky and beautifully scented with notes of rose, jasmine, ylang ylang and vetiver all day or all night.
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    Charlotte's Magic Body Cream

    Charlotte Tilbury

    323 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    A nourishing body cream that melts into the skin and quickly revives it with hydration leaving a non-sticky, radiant glow.
  8. 8
    Body Soufflé

    Moroccanoil

    307 REVIEWS
    A lightweight whipped moisturizer to hydrate and soften dry skin. Formulated with squalane and a blend of argan, avocado, and macademia seed oils.
  9. 9
    Calming Crème

    Tata Harper

    277 REVIEWS
    This moisturizer soothes dry, itchy, stressed skin.
  10. 10
    Raw Coconut Cream

    RMS Beauty

    259 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    Multitasking, lightweight coconut oil cream that cleanses and nourishes the skin.

What to Look for in a Body Moisturizer

Choosing the right body moisturizer can make a big difference in your skin’s hydration, comfort, and glow.

1. Skin Type

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Consider whether your skin is dry, oily, sensitive, or combination. Rich creams are ideal for very dry skin, while lightweight lotions or gels may suit oilier types.

2. Key Ingredients

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Look for hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid, glycerin, shea butter, or ceramides. Natural oils and antioxidants can also help nourish and protect the skin.

3. Fragrance Preference

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Some moisturizers are fragranced while others are fragrance-free. If you have sensitive skin or prefer minimal scent, opt for unscented formulas to reduce irritation.

4. Absorption and Finish

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Decide if you prefer a fast-absorbing lotion that leaves no residue or a richer cream that offers longer-lasting moisture but may feel heavier on the skin.