Body Moisturisers

Dry skin can be really uncomfortable, especially when it starts itching or flaking due to severe dehydration. Fortunately, there are many moisturising products to alleviate dry skin and restore that natural suppleness. Body lotions, balms and gels are the perfect solutions for dry skin as they are packed with high-quality ingredients specially selected for their ability to deliver long-lasting moisture to the skin.

Body balms are crafted with a higher concentration of butters and oils, which explains their creamier texture. They are effective in nourishing dehydrated skin without clogging the pores or leaving a greasy residue.

Body lotions are fast-absorbing products that melt into the skin to lock in moisture and prevent dehydration. Their milky, lightweight formula contains less oils and butters than body balms, but they are also a popular choice among users with dry skin.

Finally, body gels’ light, water-based texture provides a cooling and refreshing sensation. Their unique texture also allows them to dissolve quickly into the skin without leaving any sticky or oily residue.

When it comes to choosing the best body moisturiser for dry skin, it’s important to consider the condition of your skin and your preferred moisturiser texture.

If you prefer something really lightweight and gel-like, you should go for body gels as they are formulated with ingredients like Aloe Vera and Vitamin E to help hydrate and soothe dry skin.

Since body lotions have a thinner consistency than body balms, they are ideal for daily usage. Body lotions provide sufficient hydration without feeling sticky or greasy, and they’re great for dry skin because they can assist with water retention for extended periods.

Packed with healthy essential oils, body balms are absolute skin-savers for very dry or cracked skin. If you spend a lot of time in cold environments, body balms are a good choice. They offer intense hydration and nourishment, while promoting a satin-fresh finish.

At Clarins, we have a full range of plant-based body moisturisers for dry skin.

Our Extra-Firming Body Gel is made with Aloe Vera, Banana, Kiwi, Coconut and Girdlepod extracts to deliver hydration in a lightweight, refreshing gel formula. Banana extracts boost collagen synthesis for firmer skin, while Aloe Vera soothes dryness and prevents moisture loss. This toning body gel quenches dry skin and helps firm up common areas prone to sagging, such as the arms, buttocks, thighs, stomach and waist.

The Extra-Firming Body Cream is a must-have body moisturiser for dry skin. Its botanical blend of Aloe Vera, Kiwi, Girdlepod and Shea extracts promotes firmer skin as it visibly sculpts your silhouette and restores natural skin density. Delicately infused with a refreshing scent, this non-greasy body moisturiser can be applied both day and night for smoother, younger-looking skin.

Body balm lovers would love our Tonic Hydrating Oil-Balm, formulated with Ginseng and Apple Seed Oil to tone and revitalise the skin effectively. This non-oily body balm for dry skin is a crowd favourite because it enhances your skin’s radiance and promotes elasticity from within, while leaving your skin feeling moisturised throughout the day and night.

Our Super Restorative Redefining Body Care is a lightweight body moisturiser for women over 50 years of age. It contains Green Coffee, Sunflower, Kaki and Kudzu extracts to combat sagging, dehydration and wrinkles. This sheer gel-cream formula is perfect for women with dry skin, delivering intense hydration without a sticky or greasy sensation.

Learn more about how to effectively take care of dry skin on your body.