Just like our faces, our fabulous bodies need to be taken care of.
Many however priorities looking after their faces that they forget about the importance of hydrating and moisturising the body.
We should know that when it comes to skincare it means that you should be looking after your whole body, and not just the face.
After exploring some of the best body washes in this article here, we will now be giving you some tools on what you should be doing next.
We will then list down some of the best moisturising body cream/lotions for dry sensitive skin recommended by dermatologists.
The importance of Moisturising the Body
Having dry or sensitive skin can make you feel uncomfortable and sometimes can even affect your self-esteem. Moisturiser however can do the magic.
A moisturiser helps nourish and protects the skin while retaining its natural glow.
It helps protect sensitive skin, treat dry skin, and improve the skin texture and tone and help improve the over quality and appearance of your skin.
Indeed, experts stated that moisturising the body (just like you do with your face) helps keep the skin healthy and keep it young.
Moisturising the body also reduce the possibility of developing oiliness or dryness and acne-related issues.
You might be wondering then:
When should you consider moisturising your body?
Well, you should normally consider moisturising your body right after you have taken a bath/shower, and after shaving or exfoliation – but there are no specific rules.
Some would even moisturise the body twice a day, especially during colder weather.
In fact, during winter your skin may need extra hydration and you might find yourself needing to apply a body cream couple of times a day.
And don’t worry, you can apply it as much as needed during the day. Do not forget to apply the cream to your hands too.
Besides, it is important to moisturise after a shower/bath since hot water (which many use- even myself sometimes- I can’t help it lol – it’s too relaxing and satisfying) often strips the oils and moisture from the skin, causing dryness.
It is also extra important to know and use the right body lotion or cream to provide the right hydration, especially during the winter period.
I am sure that many of you might be wondering the main difference between them. Let me explain it to you briefly in the next bit.
Difference between Body Cream & Body Lotion
So guys a lotion compared to a body cream is generally lighter and contains more water and not much oil. It helps prevent acne breakouts and clogged pores.
Because of their lighter formula, lotions are usually ideal for warmer seasons when the skin is not dry. But you can also use it during winter.
Body cream on the other hand is a thicker and heavier formula with more oil and less water percentage. It helps lock in moisture and provide a protective layer to hydrate the skin.
Generally, many would argue that if you do have dry skin using a body cream is better while lotions are more suitable for people that do have oily skin.
But you can use whichever formula suits you the most. Other than that, there are no specific rules.
What are the key ingredients to look for?
According to skin experts, a moisturiser often has two key types of ingredients:
Emollients include components like mineral oil or lanolin that helps smooth the skin appearance & Humectants like glycerin or alpha hydroxy acids that help absorb water from the air to protect the skin.
You should look for an oil-based moisturiser like mineral oil that is free from fragrances and dyes, non-comedogenic (which will not clog pores).
Also, some of the few must-have components to look for in a lotion moisturiser are Glycerin, cocoa and shea butter and ceramides.
So guys, other than looking for the product that is suitable for your dry-sensitive skin there are no major rules.
Which formula should you use? And what is the right one?
Well, that depends. And you are allowed to try as many products as you wish until you find the right one that will make a difference in your body.
If you are unsure about a product, you could consider patch-testing before applying it to your entire body.
And if you find the one that works for you, you should stick with it and be consistent!
But If moisturising does not help it might be that you are suffering from underlying health issues, and you should check it with a doctor.
Now let’s look at the best moisturisers:
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Best moisturising body cream/lotion
TOP 3 Best moisturisers for Dry Sensitive skin:
Cerave, Vanicream & the Cetaphil Moisturising Cream
Guys, first you should check out this article here where I explain in detail the main benefit of these 3 most recommended moisturisers that can be used on the body. 🙂
You should also check out some of the products here that can also be used on the body. 😉
Best for problem skin- La Roche Posay Lipikar Apbiome
- Ideal for all types of skin, including of course dry sensitive skin
- Can be used for people that suffer from extra skin problems such as eczema and psoriasis since its fragrance-free and its non-comedogenic
- Contains glycerin, shea butter and niacinamide- all key hydrators
- It has a thick consistency to help hydrate and nourish the skin
- It also contains prebiotics to help balance the skin microbiome to reduce dryness
Best Body moisturiser for summer: Eucerin Advanced Repair Body Lotion
- Fragrance-free
- great for sensitive skin,
- it observed quickly without feeling greasy
Guys If you are a fan of body lotion and cocoa butter like me, you should then check these two formulas out that I use and can’t live without.
They are indeed so far, the best lotions that I have ever used.
They both leave my skin nourish and soft but most importantly hydrated for hours! There is no coming back! They are like magic!
1. Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Moisturizing Lotion
- It contains pure Cocoa butter, vitamin E and other rich emollients
- It has the right amount of moisture that leaves the skin soft and smooth.
Oh yeah, I almost forgot to mention! It smells like chocolate!!
2. Vaseline Essential Moisture Cocoa Radiant
- Contains, Glycerin, protective nutrients, cocoa seed butter to nourish dry patches
If you are not a fan of cocoa, you should check this version here.
That is all for now guys! If you have a question, drop them down below. 🙂
