Sephora UK’s Best Body Lotions and Moisturisers for Dry Skin
With #bodylotion hitting over 5.9 billion views on TikTok, it’s safe to say that when it comes to super-soft skin, we’re all on the hunt for the best body lotions to smooth, soothe, hydrate, and nourish. But with so many body moisturisers out there, how do you pick the right one for your skin type or needs? Well, we’ve taken it upon ourselves to do the research (we enjoyed every second) and let you know the crème de la crème.
Best body lotions and moisturisers at a glance - our top picks:
Best for everyday moisture: Salt and Stone Santal & Vetiver Body Lotion, £32
Best for 24-hour hydration: Sephora Collection All Day Body Hydrator Moisturising Balm, £17.99
Best for smooth skin: First Aid Beauty KP Smoothing Body Lotion, £24
Best for delicious scent: Sol de Janeiro Delicia Drench™ Body Butter, £48
Best for intense nourishment: L'Occitane Shea Ultra Rich Body Cream, £39
Q: What is body lotion used for?
A: The skincare routine for our faces often outshines our bodycare lineup. But your skin needs love from the neck down, too, so we like to think of bodycare as self-care, making a good body lotion an essential part of your daily ritual. Best used straight out of the bath or shower, day and night, your body lotion will hydrate and nourish your skin, leaving you feeling super-soft and silky-smooth. Plump for lightweight, non-greasy lotions in the summer, and thicker, creamier formulas in the winter when our skin needs it most.
Q: What's the difference between lotion and moisturiser?
A: The general rule of thumb here is that lotions are considered more lightweight with a higher water content than other moisturisers, like thicker formula butters or creams. A lotion offers easy absorption and a non-greasy feel, whereas a moisturising cream will really nourish dry skin and provide more intense hydration.
Q: What is the best body lotion?
A: As with all skincare, there’s not a one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to the best rated body lotion. It will all depend on your skin type and concerns or simply your personal preferences or lifestyle. Always in a rush? You need an easy-to-apply, fast-absorbing body lotion that offers instant hydration. Have dry or sensitive skin? You need something super-nourishing and comforting that literally cocoons your skin.
By Sephora UK Editorial Team
Writers and experts
Updated: 21 November 2024
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Salt and Stone Santal & Vetiver Body Lotion
Best body lotion for everyday moisture
If you’re looking for a fast-absorbing, straight-out-of-the-shower daily body moisturiser, the Salt & Stone Santal & Vetiver Body Lotion hydrates without the hassle of drying time. Infused with Seaweed Extracts and Niacinamide, which helps restore skin exposed to the elements (much needed in the colder months), it nourishes deeply. The result is silky, soft skin with a subtle, spa-like scent every.single.day.
Tried and tested:
“Silky smooth, smells great! Long-lasting when I apply it after showering.” - Tassia, Content Executive at Sephora UK
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Sol de Janeiro Delicia Drench™ Body Butter
Best for delicious scent
Fans of Sol de Janeiro’s much-loved Brazilian Bum Bum Cream should get to know Delicia Drench Body Butter. The clue’s in the name here, so expect a seriously delicious moisturising experience with notes of Sugared Violet, Vanilla Orchid and a velvety-smooth finish. Packed with prebiotic Hibiscus and Brazilian soothing complex, it locks in long-lasting moisture by repairing the skin’s protective barrier and supporting the microbiome. Bom Dia indeed!
Tried and tested:
“I absolutely love how this smells! It makes my skin feel like butter. Can’t get enough of this product!!!” - Becky, Customer Review -
Sephora Collection All Day Body Hydrator Moisturising Balm Shea Butter
Best for 24-hour hydration
The best body moisturisers for dry skin are often super-charged full of super ingredients. Cue the Sephora Collection All Day Body Hydrator Moisturising Balm. Made with 93% ingredients from natural origin, it contains a skin-drenching duo of Shea Butter and Mango Butter that nourishes even the most parched of skin. Non-greasy and easily absorbed, it delivers smooth, supple texture, and all-day-long moisture - tick, tick.
Tried and tested:
“I use this for my hands, knees and elbows as focus spots as well as my overall body. It’s really amazing and does what it promises to do!” - Julia, Marketing Assistant Manager at Sephora UK -
First Aid Beauty KP Smoothing Body Lotion with 10% AHA
Best body lotion for smooth skin
The perfect body lotion for those that suffer with keratosis pilaris (KP), First Aid Beauty’s KP Smoothing Body Lotion has its own special superpower: 10% Lactic Acid (AHA). This helps reduce the appearance of hard, rough bumps by resurfacing the top layer of skin, while Urea, Colloidal Oatmeal and Ceramides deeply hydrate. Revealing silky smooth skin with every swipe. It’s a FAB multitasker.
Tried and tested:
“After one application, my arms were so smooth!! No bumps anymore. I have only used this a couple of times now but love this product.” - Mansha, Social Media Executive at Sephora UK -
Necessaire The Body Lotion Fragrance-Free
Best body lotion for sensitive skin
Fragrance and fuss-free, Necessaire’s The Body Lotion is full of good quality ingredients that just glide onto the body. A firm favourite with the Sephora crowd (just read the reviews, we LOVE it), it’s a skin firming cream that’s repurchased over and over again. A multi-vitamin and Peptide body moisturiser, this lightweight lotion brings ALL the hydration.
Tried and tested:
“This is hands down the best body lotion I’ve ever used (and I’ve tried A LOT!). Especially in the winter I have dry skin and this lotion easily keeps my skin happy and soft all day.” - Victoria, Senior Social Media Executive at Sephora UK -
RITUALS The Ritual of Sakura Body Cream
Best for sensorial slather
With a rich and velvety whipped cream formula that hydrates and firms the skin, this body cream doesn’t just moisturise, it honours the ritual of sakura. It has a unique blend of antioxidants, Vitamin E and Centella Asiatica, which helps strengthen skin, while Rice Milk offers nourishment. Take a moment to enjoy your own daily ritual and, of course, its namesake Cherry Blossom fragrance.
Tried and tested:
“I absolutely love the texture of this firming body lotion, it’s super silky without being greasy. My skin soaks it in beautifully.” - Tess, SEO Executive at Sephora UK -
L'Occitane Shea Ultra Rich Body Cream
Best for intense nourishment
The best body lotion for dry skin and even sensitive skin types, L’Occitane’s Shea Ultra Rich Body Cream does exactly what it says on the tin. Formulated with a high concentration of Shea Butter - we’re talking 25% - it intensely nourishes and soothes the skin as well as strengthens its protective barrier. Rich in texture, but rapidly absorbed, from the very first time you use it, your skin will feel super-soft and comforted.
Tried and tested:
“The texture and overall performance of this body butter is great. I like how rich and luxurious it feels on the skin and it was moisturising for my dry skin.” - Olivia, CRM Executive at Sephora UK -
Rare Beauty Find Comfort Hydrating Body Lotion
Best for a moment of calm
A rich body moisturiser that claims to ‘hug the skin with hydration’ (we love that), Rare Beauty’s Find Comfort Hydrating Body Lotion is nutrient-infused and nourishing. With vitamins and antioxidants like Niacinamide, Peach Flower Extract, and Ashwaganda, it freshens and hydrates for up to 24 hours, as well as brightening and renewing your skin’s vibrancy. Glow get it!
Tried and tested:
“Smells so good and is so relaxing. My favourite to use in my night routine to calm down before I go to sleep.” - Jina, Influencer Marketing Manager at Sephora UK
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