The 26 Best Body Lotions and Moisturizers to Quench Your Thirsty Skin

The velvet texture of this body lotion sinks into your skin faster than you can say, "Wow, this feels good!" The lightweight lotion doesn't leave a trace on your skin, but don't worry—just because you don't see it working doesn't mean it's not. The blend of ingredients, like niacinamide, and oils, like marula, will have you feeling extra moisturized.

If you haven't heard of glycerin (the legit life-changing moisturizing ingredient), allow me to fill you in. Glycerin is a humectant, a moisturizing agent that literally attracts water to the skin to trap moisture and keep you hydrated all. day. long. So with this Love Beauty And Planet lotion, not only will you be dewy, but you'll also smell like a damn rose garden, TYVM. 

Dealing with body acne is already annoying on its own—but finding a body lotion that won't break you out or strip your skin dry? I thought it was impossible. That is until my roommate introduced me to this bad boy—the two super-star ingredients (salicylic acid and ceramides) work together to clear out the clogged pores that cause acne, while also making sure your skin gets, and stays, hydrated.

If you're a stranger to retinol, fear not; I'm here to break it down for you. Retinol is a retinoid derived from vitamin A that increases collagen and therefore reduces fine lines and wrinkles. Due to its healing nature, at higher doses, retinol can be harsh on the skin if not used correctly or without the guidance of a doctor. However, this skin lotion by Paula's Choice is a gentle concoction that will leave your skin even, moisturized, and firm.

If you're looking to invest a pretty penny on some high-end lotion, look no further than La Mer's The Body Crème. Inspired by the therapeutic effects of the sea, this rich body cream uses blue algae lift ferment, their secret Miracle Broth™, and deconstructed waters (transformed molecules used to deliver ingredients deeper into the skin) to keep your skin moisturized and healed.

Queen RiRi has yet to disappoint her fans in the beauty department (and, well, everywhere else). If you're somebody who likes a thick moisturizing consistency, the Butta Drop Whipped Oil Body Cream is filled with tropical oils, butters, and extracts that will moisturize your skin without feeling greasy.

As somebody who struggles with keratosis pilaris (AKA those little "chicken skin" bumps usually appearing on the back of your arms and legs), I've been on the hunt for a product for years. Then, one day, the Skinfix Resurface+ AHA Renewing Body Cream popped into my life, and I haven't looked back since. Using AHA and BHA exfoliants, the cream exfoliates and moisturizes your rough, bumpy patches, so you can have clearer and smoother skin in a matter of weeks. No cap.

If your extra lightweight body lotion isn't cutting it anymore, or if you're just in the mood for something a bit richer, slather on this thick body butter. The combo of jojoba butter, shea butter, soy milk, and honey will leave your skin feeling as glowy and moisturized as it looks.

This body lotion actually does its damn job—aka it transforms dull, dry skin into the dewy, hydrated skin of your dreams. How? It's packed with super moisturizers like almond oil and glycerin. Oh, and the sweet vanilla scent is next level, too.

Okay, so I know not everyone is a fan of using scented body lotion (weird because I can't relate), but if you're all about that fragrance life like me, you need to try this body lotion from Sol de Janeiro ASAP. The coconut oil and cupuaçu butter-filled formula legit smells like a tropical paradise.

This vitamin A, B, and E-packed moisturizer has everything you need to smooth uneven skin texture, dry patches, and the everyday wear and tears of the environment. The organic shea butter used in this whipped body butter is derived from Ghana and is specially intended for the driest parts of your skin.

If you want your skin to feel as soft as a newborn baby, go ahead and layer on this exfoliating body lotion. It's formulated with glycolic acid and vitamin E—a pair of ingredients that help your skin shed dead cells (leaving you with a more even skin tone) while also keeping it hydrated.

If your skin gets extra dry (I'm talking snakeskin levels of dryness), you absolutely need this body lotion. It contains two super ingredients, glycerin, and lipids, that work together to keep you moisturized. And while the texture is def rich, it's not at all heavy, so feel free to really slather it on.

Not only does this lightweight body lotion hydrate your skin with vitamin E and plant oils, but it also contains DHA (the main ingredient in self-tanner). Apply it once a day all over your body for a subtle, gradual glow.

Not only is London Grant's Honey Coco Body Custard totally and completely natural, but its special consistency that transforms from a gel to a silky oil with the warmth of your skin leaves you hydrated and glowy all day long. Due to its natural properties, it can also be used to alleviate symptoms of sunburn and bug bites.

All about that organic skincare life? You're going to love this all-natural body lotion. It truly puts in work—not only is it deeply hydrating (TY, shea butter, and coconut oil), but it also contains a natural retinol complex, which boosts collagen production. What does that mean for you? You get firmer, smoother skin with no questionable ingredients included.

This body lotion is basically highlighter in a bottle. It's filled with hydrating and soothing ingredients (shout out to vitamin A and peanut oil) and little light-reflecting, shimmery particles to give you the ultimate glow-up.

There's literally nothing worse than a body lotion that leaves you feeling sticky and greasy. You don't have to worry about that with this Eucerin option. Infused with ceramides and shea butter, the non-tacky texture sinks right in, making your skin feel soft and smooth.