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The Final Takeaway

One little bottle of body lotion can do great things for your skin. Choose a formula based on just how dry your skin is, then apply it daily post-shower on still-damp skin to maximize the benefits. As Ina Garten would say, how easy is that?

Unlike body wash, body lotion does not need to be washed off. The opposite it true, actually. Body lotion is meant to be left on the skin in order to moisturize the skin and leave it feeling healthy and smooth.

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The Feel: A gel-lotion hybrid

The Wet Skin Moisturizer combines traditional lotion ingredients with self-tanners that work to bronze the skin with continued application.

• Shea butter: This powerhouse moisturizer sinks into skin beautifully, imparting a glow while nourishing the skin.
• DHA and Erythrulose: Also known as Dihydroxyacetone, DHA is the magic ingredient that almost all self-tanners use. The ingredient essentially causes a chemical reaction on the skin, allowing it to darken over time. Erythrulose is a compound that often joins DHA on self-tanning product labels to spur that reaction (and, therefore, that wonderful tan).

Best Overall

Necessaire The Body Lotion

• Balanced texture
• Non-greasy
• Suitable for all skin types
• Available in multiple sizes
• Fragrance-free
• Easy to dispense

Key Ingredients: Peptides, niacinamide, marula oil, fatty acids | Fragrance: None | Size: 2.4, 6.8, 13.5 oz | Cruelty-Free: Yes

Our editors have been loyal fans of this body lotion for years, so it’s no surprise that it scored highest during testing. Formulated with a blend of five peptides (which are great for firming), fatty acids, shea butter, and a combination of nourishing oils like marula oil and meadowfoam oil, it works to quench dry skin, leaving it soft and moisturized. It also contains a dose of niacinamide to do a number on dark spots while contributing to a healthy skin barrier.

This powerful combination of moisturizing ingredients left our skin feeling comfortable and hydrated—sans a greasy residue. The texture feels like a nice hybrid between a liquidy lotion and a rich cream, making it suitable for daily use year-round. It absorbed into our skin quickly, allowing us to easily slip into our clothes just a minute after application. We also love that it’s fragrance-free—so it won’t compete with perfume or irritate reactive skin. We’re giving bonus points to the brand for offering it in multiple sizes and making the packaging simple, elevated, and functional.

The Right Way to Use Body Lotion for Soft, Supple Skin

Melanie Rud is a Chicago-based writer with 10 years of experience covering beauty. She covers all things skincare for Byrdie, from ingredients to acne advice.

Michele Farber, MD, FAAD is a New York-based board-certified dermatologist practicing at Schweiger Dermatology in Murray Hill.

In This Article

Selecting a body lotion isn't as cut and dry as it seems. That's because the simple act of applying a cream or lotion—even one that isn't loaded with a bunch of active ingredients—can go a long way toward keeping your skin extremely healthy. (And yes, looking good, too.)

If you're anything like us, even if you're diligent about moisturizing your face, the skin below your chin may often fall by the wayside. But here's the thing: Selecting—and utilizing—a body lotion doesn't have to be that difficult. Ahead, board-certified dermatologists Shereene Idriss, MD, and Nava Greenfield, MD, weigh in on why body lotion should be a part of your daily routine, plus easy ways to maximize its moisturizing effects. Keep reading for their tips.

Meet the Expert

• Shereene Idriss, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist, the founder of Idriss Dermatology in New York City, and the creator of the #Pillowtalkderm series on Instagram.
• Nava Greenfield, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist at Schweiger Dermatology Group in New York City.