I never gave a second thought to my body care products years ago. My requirements were if it smelled good and the packaging was cute. As I got more into skincare over the past few years, I love how many brands have come out with body products that are meant to take care of the skin on your body with ingredients that are as effective as what you use on your face. I’ve slowly tried different things here and there once I realized that I should be treating my body as well as I treat my face. I do still love products with a good scent and am a sucker for great packaging but thankfully I don’t really have to sacrifice that with all the new formulations that are available now. I have compiled a list of all the body care products that I love and use regularly. Some are old favorites that I have repurchased for years and some are new discoveries.
Best Body Care Products
Body Wash Favorites
Saltair Skin Serum Body Wash
I am new to the Saltair line but this body wash was recommended so many times to me so I finally decided to try it. I absolutely love them! There are a few different scents but the texture is the same for all. It’s a thick gel texture that foams up a bit once you add water. The Exotic Pulp version contains vitamin c which helps to brighten the skin but I like to rotate through all of the scents.
Naturium Glow Getter Multi-Oil Hydrating Body Wash
As someone who has been using cleansing oils for her face going on 10+ years, I love using them on my body as well. The entire Naturium skincare line is amazing but the body washes are 10/10! This one comes out as an oil but transforms to a gentle hydrating milk when you add water. It nourishes the skin so well and never leaves it feeling greasy.
Naturium The Booster Hyaluronic Acid Body Wash
After the Glow Getter, my next favorite body wash is the Hyaluronic Acid one. I like to treat the skin on my body as well as I treat the skin on my face. This body wash is super hydrating and packed with hyaluronic acid, vitamins B5 and B12 and 30% glycerin to help nourish the skin.
Dove Body Wash
I’ve been using the Dove creamy body washes for nearly 15 years. I always repurchase the sensitive skin one because it is gentle yet intensely nourishing. If you struggle with finding a body wash that will moisturize the skin without any fragrance or irritants, this is the one to get.
Mario Badescu Rose Body Soap
Honestly for $9, you aren’t going to get a ton of added benefits with this body wash, but I absolutely LOVE the scent and feel of it. It’s a thick gel texture that lathers up nicely and has a gorgeous rose scent. And as someone who does not like many rose scented things, this is one of the few that I do. I have repurchased this more times that I can count and give them as gifts too. The price point is great and the scent is so enjoyable.
Necessaire The Body Wash
Simple and effective. I have always loved Necessaire body products because of this. The scents of their body washes are really lovely or you can opt for an unscented version. The packaging is super chic and I particularly love the twist top to dispense the product. There is a small amount of AHA/BHA/PHA to give the slightest bit of exfoliation without any irritation.
L’Occitane Almond Shower Oil
This was the first shower oil that I ever tried and have never stopped repurchasing. The scent is divine and it feels like liquid silk. It comes out as an oil and then transforms to a hydrating milk that leaves my skin so soft.
Body Cream/ Body Lotion/ Body Serum Favorites
UNI 24-Hour Body Serum
I had never heard of this brand before until they reached out and asked to send me something. I didn’t really know what to expect with this body serum but after trying it one time, I was IN LOVE! It’s a gel cream texture that instantly feels cooling and refreshing on the skin. And when they say it keeps your skin hydrated ALL day long, they aren’t kidding. It is formulated with their uni marine complex which deeply hydrates, Australian lime caviar which naturally exfoliates and Australian Kakadu Plum that aids in the production of collagen and improves elasticity over time. I use it alone but also layer it under other body creams too. And the scent is a mix of cedar leaf, sandalwood and juniper.
One Skin OS-01 Body Topical Supplement (discount code: MAREE15)
This is a true body treatment that is designed to help reduce and reverse the signs of aging on the skin. It improves skin hydration and skin barrier function as well as texture and the overall appearance of the skin. While you can use this alone, I like to use it as a first step body product and layer a body cream, oil or balm over top. It feels weightless and layers really nicely so I never have to worry about products pilling.
Hanni Splash Salve
I have seen this all over my social media and had to try this viral sensation! It is a solid balm that you apply after the shower when you skin is still damp. You massage it all over, quickly rinse off the excess and then gently pat dry. When I tell you my skin feels BABY SOFT after using this, I am not exaggerating. It’s considered a deep conditioning treatment for the body, much like you do for your hair. It dries very quickly so you can get dressed right after and there is no greasy feeling left on the skin. And the scent is absolutely AMAZING!
Hanni Water Balm
I don’t know why I have never owned a product like this before but it is absolutely genius! I mist my face multiple times a day to keep it nicely hydrated but never thought to do the same for my body. This is a water balm in a spray form that you spritz all over the body to add an additional layer of hydration. You can use it alone but I love to use this after I have already applied the splash salve.
OSEA Anti-Aging Body Balm
This is a mix between a solid balm and oil in one deliciously creamy texture. I did a full in-depth review here and showed how insanely rich and nourishing this formula is on the skin. It leaves the most gorgeous glow that makes your skin look healthy, supple and radiant.
L’Occitane Almond Milk Concentrate Body Cream
A long time favorite body cream that I have repurchased countless times. The scent is delicious and the texture manages to strike the perfect balance between rich and lightweight while making my skin feel super nourished.
Necessaire The Body Lotion
Out of all the body creams and lotions I’ve shared in this post, this is the least exciting one but I’ve probably repurchased it more than any other one on this list. LOL I use this body lotion to mix with my self tanner most of the time but also use it just to moisturize my skin. It’s the perfect medium weight texture and has no scent. It’s a no muss no fuss body moisturizer that always makes my skin look and feel great.
Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Cream
A true classic at this point, the Bum Bum cream is like a vacation in a tub. The scent is intoxicating and makes you instantly think of the beach. The texture is VERY rich and you only need a small amount to cover a large surface area. What makes this so popular is that it does a fantastic job at firming! I typically wear it during the summer and the scent lasts all day long.
Body Oil Favorites
Nerra Dry Body Oil
A dry body oil is such a unique texture and one that you have to feel to really understand. Many body oils can feel greasy and heavy and take a LONG time to truly soak in. A dry oil provides the same amount of intense nourishment but absorbs almost instantly. I love this one in particular because it is SO lightweight and there is a spray nozzle which makes it very easy to apply. I prefer to apply body oils over damp skin to trap in the moisture so that is what I do with this. While I normally will rub this in so I get an even application, the mist is so fine and delicate that I can just spray and go too.
L’Occitane Almond Supple Skin Oil
Yes, I have used nearly the entire L’Occitane Almond line over the past 10 years. It is truly as good as everyone says. This oil in particular feels like liquid silk. It’s smooth and lightweight and the scent is always one of the best parts of using this line. It’s a whole experience and what keeps me repurchasing over and over.
Body Scrub Favorites
First Aid Beauty KP Bump Eraser Scrub
I have used a TON of body scrubs over the years and while I do like many of them, I didn’t repurchase any once I tried this scrub. It is a SERIOUS scrub that removes every single bit of texture on the body. It almost feels like microdermabrasion and I need to be gentle when massaging this in. But even though it delivers a serious exfoliation, it never irritates my skin. It is designed to treat KP which many people get on their arms and legs, but I use it every two weeks to give me the deepest and most thorough exfoliation ever.
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