Your Body Needs a Skincare Regimen Too, and These Products Mean Business

If you find that your skin is always a little tight-feeling after you get out of the shower, it’s worth looking into shower oils. If you ask me, this is one of the very best body washes out there. It goes onto skin as an oil but soon transforms into a rich cream that smells absolutely heavenly. It’s seriously luxe.

Worried about how much plastic you’re consuming? This soap on a rope is the perfect way to offer your skin some nourishing deep cleansing without contributing to the global waste issue. It’s a win-win.

Not only is this body wash super affordable, but it’s also one of the most skin-loving washes out there. Formulated with colloidal oatmeal, it’s ideal for those with sensitive, dry skin.

Perfect for those who have eczema or other skin conditions, this shower gel works to rid skin of any potentially irritating bacteria and lock in hydration at the same time. I always keep a bottle of this for eczema flare-ups. 

With shea butter and coconut oil, this epsom salt scrub leaves skin feeling deeply nourished both during and after use.

The thing that’s so great about this scrub is that it really is zero effort. It’s a thick, gloopy consistency that makes exfoliating your body every few days a total breeze. Plus, it doesn’t leave an unwanted film over the skin after you’ve used it which is a massive tick for me.

I challenge you to find a body scrub that smells this good. Unlike other sugar scrubs that can be irritating and aggressive, this particular polish uses brown sugar crystals that prevent moisture loss as they buff. 

Before you judge the price of this, I want to put out there that it is by far one of the best body care products I have ever got my hands on. It’s a total dream to use thanks to its lightweight and non-sticky texture, however, it’s the formula that does it for me. With both lactic and glycolic acid, it really smooths the skin and prevents unwanted bumps while hyaluronic acid provides much-needed moisture.

If you suffer from those little bumps on the backs of your arms or legs (scientific name is keratosis pilaris, less scientifically referred to as "chicken skin”), it’s worth adding this serum to your routine. Jam-packed with resurfacing acids, not only does it improve the skin’s texture, but it also leaves it glowing. 

Unlike so many other body products, this serum works to help combat the signs of ageing. Offering deep hydration, it helps to plump and rejuvenate tired-looking skin. 

For a rich body cream that leaves skin feeling nourished from top to toe, look no further. Ideal for sensitive skin, it contains no fragrance and is formulated with super moisturising Brazilian passionflower to help soothe and calm the skin.

Perfect for warmer months, this gel-cream not only contains high amounts of moisture-restoring hyaluronic acid, but it also cools the skin as it works. Honestly, come summer, it’s one of my hero beauty products. Plus, it’s £5. Need I say more?

I know what you’re thinking: "Urea?!” Well, it’s true—this body lotion is formulated with urea alongside other skin-loving ingredients such as ceramide. I’d go as far to say that it could potentially be the best body cream on the market for insufferably dry skin. It soothes, calms and relieves dryness almost instantly. It’s a real winner. 

It’s pricey, yes, but it is La Mer. Unlike other body oils, this particular formula comes as a super-rich balm that, when massaged in, transforms into one of the most luxurious oils I’ve ever come across. It’s a treat, sure, but the glow that it gives is worth every penny. 

This body oil smells so good that I was recently caught smelling my own arm over lunch. Formulated with citrus and mint, applying it makes for the most invigoratingly wonderful experience.

When I’m feeling a little down in the dumps, I swap out my usual body moisturiser for this. A little goes a really long way so one or two pumps on each leg are all I need to feel instantly lifted. With grapefruit and rosemary, the scent is specifically blended to revive a tired soul. It also leaves skin silky smooth, of course. 

If you like your body oils to come with a spa-like experience, this one is for you. Not only does the wonderful blend of oils rejuvenate skin and offer deep nourishment, but the dreamy scent and rich texture make it perfect for body massage.