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15 of the best body butters that promise to nourish parched skin – while also smelling incredible
By Chloe Burcham &Lucy Partington
2 years ago
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4 min read
Indulge in olfactory bliss this winter with our tried-and-tested edit of the best body butters to shop now.
There are two types of people in this world: those who dutifully apply moisturiser all over their body after each and every shower and those who don’t. If you fall into the latter category, we’re here to convince you to come over to the dark side: it’s lovely over here, and there are no elbows or knees that resemble sandpaper in sight.
Not only is indulgent body care a great way to ensure your skin is kept in tip-top condition, but using a beautiful butter-like cream is a good way to either start or finish your day. It melts into the skin and hydrates it in the most satisfying of ways, and if you shop carefully, you can invest in something that smells great, too – a surefire way to make the long, cold winter days feel even just a little bit brighter.
So, if you do want to elevate your body care routine or simply ensure you’re looking after your limbs as well as you do your face, then keep reading to discover our handpicked favourites. From scoop-and-slather watermelon-scented creams to whipped, luxurious, lavender-infused textures, we know there’s something here to convert just about everybody…
Naydaya Body Saviour
This thick buttery balm melts instantly on contact with skin, transforming into a soft and nourishing oil. Packed with moisture-boosting natural oils, it’s perfect for healing everything from knees to nipples.
L'Occitane Shea Butter Ultra Rich Body Cream
A classic, this famous French skincare saviour is packed with 25% shea butter to nourish and soothe dry and sensitive skin.
Shop L’Occitane Shea Butter Ultra Rich Body Cream at Cult Beauty, £39
Mutha Body Butter
Brimming with nourishing, natural ingredients and whipped up into a deliciously rich and creamy texture, this indulgent moisturiser nurtures dry skin, strengthens the skin barrier and smells fresh and citrusy – perfect for a zingy morning boost (even in the dark depths of winter).
Garnier Body Superfood, Repairing Body Butter, Cocoa and Ceramide
A satisfying-to-use gel-cream texture that not only intensely soaks in and hydrates the skin – without leaving it feeling sticky or greasy – but also smells rich and chocolatey, making it perfect for the current dark winter mornings. Plus, it’s an impressively big tub so it’ll last a while.
Shop Garnier Body Superfood, Repairing Body Butter, Cocoa and Ceramide at Lookfantastic, £9.99
Mario Badescu Coconut Body Butter
For those who love the smell of coconut, look no further than this skin-rescuing salve. Brimming with organic oils and whipped to perfection, one dollop indeed banishes away flakiness to revive your skin’s healthy-looking sheen.
Shop Mario Badescu Coconut Body Butter at Cult Beauty, £15.90
Kopari Beauty Guava Ultra Restore Body Butter
With a fresh and juicy fragrance, this whipped body butter is a light but nourishing addition to your body care routine. Hyaluronic acid, mango seed butter and squalane all encourage the skin to absorb and retain moisture.
Shop Kopari Beauty Guava Ultra Restore Body Butter at Cult Beauty, £34
Fur All Body Butter
Ultra-rich but never greasy, this solid butter balm contains 50% less water than most body butters, blending eight moisturising ingredients that soften even the roughest, driest of limbs. The light citrus-lavender scent also helps to instantly banish stressful thoughts, allowing time for an indulgent moment of self-care.
Ouai St Barts Body Crème
The brainchild of celebrity hairstylist Jen Atkin, this nourishing body cream is infused with the brand’s signature St Barts fragrance – a blend of orange blossom and tuberose to instantly transport you to sunny climes.
Nudestix NudeBody Peptide Body Crème
Enriched with a blend of lactic, glycolic and fruit acids this body butter not only intensely moisturises but gently exfoliates encouraging silky-soft results. The soothing lavender and bergamot fragrance also lasts for hours on end.
Shop Nudestix NudeBody Peptide Body Crème at Lookfantastic, £29
Weleda Pomegranate Body Butter
Formulated to help firm and hydrate, this antioxidant-rich body butter blends pomegranate, centella asiatica and shea butter to boost elasticity and soften and smooth skin.
Shop Weleda Pomegranate Body Butter at Lookfantastic, £21.95
Ren Clean Skincare EverCalm Barrier Support Body Balm
With a soft and calming hypoallergenic fragrance, this soothing body butter is perfect for sensitive skin types. Packed with a trio of rich omega oils and ceramides, it helps to restore and strengthen the skin barrier.
Shop Ren Clean Skincare EverCalm Barrier Support Body Balm at Cult Beauty, £35
Kiehl’s Crème de Corps Soy Milk and Honey Whipped Body Butter
A beauty editor favourite, this body butter is rich and anything but greasy – and we love that it absorbs almost instantly, too. A dream to apply morning or evening, it instantly hydrates parched limbs (especially knees, elbows and shins) and provides long-lasting moisture.
Shop Kiehl’s Crème de Corps Soy Milk and Honey Whipped Body Butter at Space NK, £42
Liha Gold Shea Butter
With a rich and grounding earthy scent, this luxurious body butter is formulated with raw Nigerian gold shea butter, a highly moisturising ingredient found in many traditional African beauty regimens to help regenerate and hydrate the skin.
Mirror Water Rub Solid Balm
Made from 100% naturally derived ingredients, this multi-tasking balm is enriched with a cocktail of essential oils including vetiver, Canadian black spruce and bergamot which deliver a soothing scent. The rich oils melt with contact on the skin to offer a comforting cocoon of hydration.
Necessaire The Body Cream
This buttery cream is packed with skin-loving ingredients, including five essential ceramides, glycerin and niacinamide to heal dryness. Colloidal oatmeal also help soothe sensitivities while the pH-optimised formula ensures a comforted and soothed skin barrier.
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