Looking for glowy skin that feels oh-so smooth? Like the feeling you get after visiting a spa for the day? Time to add a body oil to your skincare routine. Most body oils are fast drying, no need to worry about waiting to put your clothes on afterwards.
There are a couple ways to get the maximum benefits of a body oil. If you use a body oil only, apply after a shower or bath when your skin is still damp. If you still prefer to use a body cream or lotion first, top off with a body oil to lock in moisture.
From our research, we read that oils tend to act like natural lipids found in our bodies which means the oil sinks in between cells to create smoother skin.
Our editor is the queen of face and body oils. She’s been using them for many years. We have her chime in on this round-up to highlight a few of her coveted bottles.
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Luxe + Shimmer Oils
IPANEMA SUNSET GLOW OIL
We love pretty much anything from Sol Janeiro. This glow oil is perfect for when you want a hint of champagne shimmer while hydrating your skin and smelling like you’re on a tropical vacay. Yes please. It’s lightweight, paraben free, sulfate free and great for all skin types. $35
TOM FORD SOLEIL BLANC SHIMMERING BODY OIL
Sultry scented and shimmery skin is what you’ll find when smoothing this luxurious oil on your body. It will transcend you to a secluded island where summer lasts year round. This also comes in rose shimmer. 3.4 oz $100 / 1.5 oz $34
Anti-Aging + Nourishing Oils
TATA HARPER REVITALIZING BODY OIL
This nourishing oil is packed with 11 vitamins, 18 nutrients and six minerals. A perfect combination of antioxidants to rewind the signs of aging while making your skin silky smooth. Tata Harper creates 100% natural products with their own chemists at their own farm. $115
REN MOROCCAN ROSE GOLD OIL
It takes tens of thousands of Moroccan Rose blossoms (which can only be picked when they bloom at dawn) to yield just one ounce of its essential oil. This flower has incredible health benefits that softens and nourishes your skin while soothing any pre-existing irritations. This dry oil combines rose oil with age-defying argan oil and the antioxidants from cranberry seed oil and other essential oils. $60
Fresh + Sparkling
GLOSSIER BODY HERO DRY TOUCH OIL
Contains anti-oxidant rich oils plus sea fennel extract to smooth and even your skin tone. This oil absorbs quickly into your skin leaving it extra soft with a hint of sparkling, subtle Orange Blossom Neroli. $28
ZENTS MANDARIN CASHMERE BODY OIL
Features a delicious mandarin orange top note with middle notes of exotic ginger blossom. Contains nutrient-rich essential oils, Jojoba and safflower oils prevent dryness while sunflower and grapeseed oils to soften and moisturize your skin. $44
Best Everyday Oils
NEUTROGENA BODY OIL
This is our favorite overall, budget friendly body oil. We love how lightweight it is and that it’s fragrance free. It also doubles as a great oil to add to your bath. Leaves your skin soft and supple. Great for all skin types. $10.99
KIEHL’S CREME DE CORPS DRY BODY OIL
This lightweight formula is infused with Squalane and Grapeseed Oil which nourishes and hydrates your skin. Great for overall daily use for velvety smooth texture. This oil also has a delicate scent of vanilla and almond. $35
TSL Editor’s Favorites
HERBIVORE COCONUT BODY OIL
“I love this oil because I love the tropical scent, how it leaves my skin feeling and that it comes in an easy to pump bottle,” Maria Von Losch, editor of TSL. It’s also vegan, gluten-free, cruelty-free, noncomedogenic, silicone-free, fragrance-free and made without artificial ingredients, unnatural preservatives and fillers. “Surprisingly one bottle lasts awhile, a little goes a long way.” $36
VERSED KEEP IT SUPPLE BODY OIL
“When I’m not indulging with my Herbivore fave, this is my go to everyday body oil that I count on,” Maria, TSL editor. It’s a quick-absorbing, non-sticky, non-greasy oil with a light fresh scent. This moisturizing oil is a blend of Calendula Flower Extract, Vitamin E, Sweet Almond, Macadamia Nut and Coconut oils. “I like to spray this oil into the palm of my hand and then smooth onto my skin. This way I know I’m not wasting any.” $15