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4 body moisturizers from lotion to oil

Light lotion, barrier care, scented oil, and a warm gourmand hydration duo.

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Pick 01

AmLactin Daily Nourish Lotion

Why it made the list

My son deals with keratosis pilaris and dermatillomania, and this is the one thing that always helps. His dermatologist actually recommended it to him when he was little. It has lactic acid (an AHA) that smooths out those bumps, which in turn helps with the picking. We got away from using it for a while, but I found it again and I'm glad I did. Worth trying if you struggle with any of that, or just want a good lightweight moisturizer.

Pick 02

[ILLIYOON] Ceramide Ato Lotion | Moisturizing Lotion for Dry & Sensitive Skin, Super Hydrating, For Face & Body, Gentle for Infants, Sliky and Smooth texture, Vegan Certified, 11.83 fl. oz summervibe

Why it made the list

This is hands down my favorite moisturizer, and I've tried a lot of skin care. I use it every single night and lather it all over my whole body. It's a ceramide lotion that helps protect and heal the skin barrier, and it's been great for my eczema, dry spots, and the cracks on my feet. It's gentle enough for babies and infants, so it's a good pick for sensitive skin. I recently grabbed it in the pump and the bigger size, and it is massive (basically as big as my face), so it's going to last me forever. Worth trying if you want something simple that just works.

Pick 03

PHLUR Missing Person Body Oil - Bergamot, Musk, Orange & Sandalwood Floral - Ceramide-Rich Oils & Skin-Mimicking Lipids (4 Fl Oz)

Why it made the list

This is my ride or die base for scent layering. I'm on my second or third bottle, which tells you everything. The top note is a skin musk, so it smells natural and warm, soft and never overpowering, with a blossom and orange flower underneath. The only way I can describe it is that it smells like your favorite person smells. I've swapped it in as my daily body oil, using it after the shower to keep my skin hydrated and glowing. It layers beautifully and makes you glisten. My kids literally want to lay on me and smell me. Worth trying if you love a sultry, simple scent.

Pick 04

Sol de Janeiro Irresistible Hydration Duo | Hydrating Body Lotion and Perfume Mist Duo For 24-Hour Weightless Hydration In the Irresistible Scent of Cheirosa 62.

Why it made the list

This duo is the classic Cheirosa 62 scent I keep coming back to, that sweet, nutty, caramel warmth in both a mist and a lotion. The body lotion is infused with hyaluronic acid, sugar cane extract, Brazilian nut oil, and cactus pear extract, and it feels super lightweight and nourishing on my skin. If you're a scent layering girly, this is such a fun pairing. It's very fragranced and honestly makes me smell incredible. A 10 out of 10 for me.

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