“These are the nourishing – but not sticky or greasy – body creams I’ll be relying on for winter”
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Body moisturising is a pain at the best of times, but never more so than in winter. We promise these products will make it more enjoyable.
It won’t shock you to learn that the skin on your body needs just as much attention as the skin on your face. Do you still remember to put on body moisturiser straight after your shower? Yeah, it’s a universal problem we’re yet to make a habit out of.
But, annoyingly, the combination of cold weather and central heating means skin is zapped of any and all moisture, and so making time to reinject it with some hydration is more important than ever. I’ve learned this the hard way.
As someone who suffers from eczema, keeping my limbs hydrated is essential to help prevent a flare-up. As such, I’ve had to test a lot of body moisturisers. The key? Find one that isn’t a faff to apply, soaks in instantly and doesn’t stick to your jeans as soon as you put them on.
I’m pleased to report that these miracle products indeed exist, which is why I’ve rounded up the best non-greasy, non-sticky body lotions and butters to add to your bathroom cabinet.
Here are the body moisturisers I really rate to help get my skin through winter. From the innovative mousse that is the perfect first step to layering your fragrance to the rich butter that my skin soaks up instantly, these are the best formulas to keep your limbs smooth and hydrated.
Rare Beauty Find Comfort Hydrating Body Mousse To Oil
I’ve never met a product quite like this one. It applies like shaving foam and then quickly dissolves into a lightweight body oil, leaving a sheen on the skin and a fresh floral aroma behind. I’ve never got to grips with body oils, but this is so light and non-greasy, so you don’t feel any residue left behind.
Shop Rare Beauty Find Comfort Hydrating Body Mousse To Oil at Space NK, £29
Fenty Skin Butta Drop Whipped Oil Body Cream
This is my ride-or-die body moisturiser. I’ve genuinely lost count of how many refills I’ve been through. Although thick to apply, this quickly melts into a lush oil, making it seamless to apply to every area of skin. The scent is a beach holiday in a tub, and it lingers on the skin for hours.
Shop Fenty Skin Butta Drop Whipped Oil Body Cream at LookFantastic, £17
Kilian Paris Angels’ Share Scented Body Lotion
Yes, this isn’t the most affordable body moisturiser, but it smells identical to the luxury fragrance of the same name, so you’re getting two for the price of one: a hydrating lotion and a perfume. It leaves you smelling good enough to eat and will look chic on your bathroom sink.
Shop Kilian Paris Angels’ Share Scented Body Lotion at John Lewis, £65
The Body Shop Moringa Body Yoghurt
The Body Shop’s Body Yoghurt is a gel texture I reach for throughout every season of the year. In the summer, it provides an instant cooling effect to the skin once applied. In the winter, you’ll notice the syrupy texture doesn’t skim on hydration.
CeraVe Moisturising Lotion for Dry to Very Dry Skin
If you struggle with eczema or your skin reacts to fragrance, this is the foolproof body lotion I’m never without a backup of. It features a fast-absorbing formula that’s filled to the brim with ceramides to restore your skin barrier and is free from oils (ideal for reactive skin). I use this head-to-toe whenever I’m experiencing any skin sensitivity.
Shop CeraVe Moisturising Lotion for Dry to Very Dry Skin at LookFantastic, £17.50
Saltair Santal Bloom Body Butter
Is there a more sophisticated scent than the warm, woody aroma of santal? We don’t think so. This smells incredible, but also features skin-nurturing ingredients like ceramides and rich fatty acids.
Naturium The Glow Getter Multi-Oil Body Butter
Not to brag, but I’d already been through two tubs of this rich butter before Hailey Bieber gave it her seal of approval – yes, it’s really that good. Packed with thirst-quenching shea butter, squalane and peptides, this starts off as a rich cream and quickly turns into a thick oil that my skin drinks up. If you hate spending ages having to work in a moisturiser to avoid any streaks, this is the formula for you.
Shop Naturium The Glow Getter Multi-Oil Body Butter at Space NK, £22
Chanel Chance Eau Splendide Moisturising Lotion
Chanel’s first foray into bodycare doens’t disappoint. It features the fresh (and beautifully nostalgic) Chance Eau Splendide scent in a lightweight, creamy formula that leaves skin feeling silky. There’s also no denying this is the ultimate chic bathroom accessory.
Shop Chanel Chance Eau Splendide Moisturising Lotion at Boots, £84
L’Occitane Almond Milk Veil Moisturiser
This is like a glazing milk for the body. For me, nothing beats the delectable scent of L’Occitane’s almond range, and this lotion is no exception. It takes seconds to soak in and leaves your skin instantly softer and brighter, thanks to the micro-pearl-tinted formula.
Shop L’Occitane Almond Milk Veil Moisturiser at Cult Beauty, £36
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