Giving your skin all the love it needs is one way to practice self-care. But when we’re strapped for time, a good hydrating body lotion works just as well for that daily pampering session.
Using a body lotion regularly will keep your skin soft and smooth too. So if you’re looking for the next best body lotion to pick up, we’ve got 25 nourishing formulas to recommend. You’ll be left with baby soft skin in no time.
Why do we need to use body lotion in Malaysia?
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- Rehydrate dry skin. Spending long periods of time in air-conditioned rooms can zap moisture from your skin too. If you have dry skin, a body lotion can bump up your skin’s moisture levels.
- Treat dry or rough spots on the skin. Body lotions can help treat dry or rough spots on the body, such as the knees and elbow.
- It helps to smooth fine lines. As we age, our skin will start to develop wrinkles. Using a good, nourishing formula can prevent these wrinkles from appearing and make your skin look younger too.
- Help yourself relax. Massaging body lotion on your skin can make you feel more relaxed after a long, stressful day.
Know your skin type before buying body lotion
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Choosing the right body lotion for your skin is the key to beautiful and healthy skin. Those who have eczema-prone skin should be more careful when it comes to choosing one as you don’t want to aggravate your existing skin condition.
Oily skin: Look for a lightweight, oil-free formula. A non-comedogenic body lotion will be helpful for your skin as it won’t clog the pores.
Dry skin: Look for thicker, oil-based formulas that contain shea butter, vegetable oils, and ceramides that can help hydrate your skin further and heal cracked skin.
Normal skin or combination skin: A lightweight or water-based lotion that contains jojoba oil or aloe would be the perfect choice for you.
Sensitive skin: Look for a lightweight, fragrance- and essential oil-free body lotion that does not contain any harsh ingredients. You can also consider getting a lotion that contains aloe vera, ceramides, or chamomile to soothe and strengthen your skin.
25 best body lotion Malaysia products to get your hands on
L’Occitane Cherry Blossom Shimmering Lotion
Shea butter is one of the most moisturising, emollient ingredients around. This lightweight lotion by L’Occitane is formulated with shea butter and cherry extract, which absorb quickly into your skin, leaving it soft and moisturised.
L’Occitane Cherry Blossom Shimmering Lotion (250ml) retails for RM140 at L’Occitane Online Store.
CeraVe Moisturizing Lotion Dry to Very Dry Skin
Consider adding this lotion to your skincare routine if you have extremely dry or sensitive skin. It contains ceramides to hydrate and strengthen the skin effectively. It also uses a slow-release technology to ensure your skin stays hydrated for up to 12 hours.
CeraVe Moisturizing Lotion Dry to Very Dry Skin (236ml) retails for RM60 at Shopee. There’s a discount available at the time of writing. Tap on the link to see if it’s still available.
Eucerin pH5 Intensive Lotion
This gentle and effective lotion is specially formulated for those who have dry and sensitive skin. It delivers long-lasting hydration while protecting the skin, making it resilient and less sensitive. It also contains Dexpanthenol, which is known to regenerate and repair the skin.
Eucerin pH5 Intensive Lotion (250ml) retails at RM51 at Watsons.
St. Ives Soothing Oatmeal & Shea Butter Body Lotion
St. Ives Soothing Oatmeal & Shea Butter Body Lotion is made with 100% natural moisturisers – coconut oil and soybean oil – to deliver intense hydration to dry skin without leaving behind a sticky residue. Infused with oats and shea butter, the lotion keeps your skin soft, moisturised, and glowing.
St. Ives Soothing Oatmeal & Shea Butter Body Lotion (621ml) retails for RM61.20 at Shopee.
Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Lotion
Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Lotion is made with colloidal oatmeal and rich emollients, which can help moisturise dry skin for 24 hours. You’ll be able to see results in just one day and improvements in two weeks.
Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Lotion (354ml) retails for RM48.20 at Threebs.
Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion
The Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion is suitable for all skin types. Formulated with avocado oil, it leaves your skin soft as it protects the skin and strengthens it. It also provides long-lasting hydration for up to a whopping four days.
Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion (200ml) retails for RM41.20 at Shopee.
Fresh Sugar Lemon Body Lotion
Fresh’s Sugar Lemon Body Lotion is proven to improve the appearance of the skin, making the skin look visibly healthier, more radiant, and smoother. The lotion uses skin-loving ingredients such as shea butter, vitamin C and E to deeply moisturise the skin. Plus, it’s scented with fresh lemon to keep you feeling fresh all day.
Fresh Sugar Lemon Body Lotion (200ml) retails for RM250 at Zalora.
Crabtree & Evelyn Velvet Body Melt
This super-hydrating, creamy lotion turns into an oil when massaged into the skin. The rosehip seed oil and rosewater concentrate infused in the formula leaves your skin soft and moisturised for hours on end.
Crabtree & Evelyn Velvet Body Melt (250ml) retails RM152 at Crabtree & Evelyn Online Store.
Kiehl’s Superbly Restorative Argan Body Lotion
If you’re looking to improve skin texture and resilience, this lotion by Kiehl’s is your new go-to. The Kiehl’s Superbly Restorative Argan Body Lotion uses fairtrade Moroccan argan oil, argan leaf extract, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids to repair and strengthen your skin. It also has a lightweight texture, so you’ll barely feel it on your skin!
Kiehl’s Superbly Restorative Argan Body Lotion (200ml) retails for RM150 at Kiehl’s.
Burt’s Bees Milk & Honey Body Lotion
The Burt’s Bees Milk & Honey Body Lotion is super gentle on sensitive skin. It absorbs into the skin quickly, leaving the skin moisturised for 24 hours. It is formulated with milk, honey, coconut, and grapeseed oils, which soothe and nourish the skin.
Burt’s Bees Milk & Honey Body (170g) retails for RM84 at Sephora.
Nivea Express Hydration Body Lotion
True to its name, the Nivea Express Hydration Body Lotion has an ultra-light formula that absorbs quickly into the skin for deep, lasting hydration – perfect if you’re a time-starved individual.
Nivea Express Hydration Body Lotion (400ml) retails for RM28.20 at Watsons. There’s a discount available at the time of writing. Click on the link to see if it’s still available.
Jergens Ultra Healing Extra Dry Skin Moisturizer
If you have dry skin – especially around the knees, elbows, and heels – this one’s for you! Specially formulated with an illuminating Hydralucence blend that contains vitamins C, E and B5, the lotion penetrates five layers of the skin’s surface, providing intense hydration. To top it off, it locks in moisture for up to 48 hours.
Jergens Ultra Healing Extra Dry Skin Moisturizer (295ml) retails for RM53 at Shopee.
Mario Badescu Summer Shine Body Lotion
Mario Badescu Summer Shine Body Lotion not only hydrates and reduces the appearance of dull-looking skin, but it also enriches the skin with a healthy glow. It also contains natural moisture-retaining ingredients such as beeswax and peanut oil that can easily absorb the skin, resulting in healthy and glowing skin.
Mario Badescu Summer Shine Body Lotion (177ml) retails for RM52 at Sephora.
Rosken Sensitive Skin Cream
With a combination of moisturising ingredients, this non-greasy formula absorbs into the skin fast, helping to repair dry and sensitive skin. It helps protect the skin against free radical damage while delivering hydration as it contains soybean oil, olive oil and jojoba oil, which are rich in antioxidants.
Rosken Sensitive Skin Cream (400ml) retails for RM48.90 at Watsons. There’s a discount available at the time of writing. Click on the link to see if it’s still available.
Peter Thomas Roth Mega-Rich Body Lotion
For soft, smooth and moisturised skin, add this lotion to your skincare routine and let it work its magic! This lotion has vitamin E and pro-vitamin B5, which have antioxidant benefits to soothe and nourish skin instantly.
Peter Thomas Roth Mega-Rich Body Lotion (235ml) retails for RM81 at Shopee.
Supergoop! Play Everyday Lotion With Sunflower Extract SPF50 PA++++
This lightweight lotion is not only fast-absorbing, but it’s also water- and sweat-resistant. It also offers SPF 50 to protect your skin against harmful UV rays. It’s perfect for a day out at the beach. Plus, you can also use it for both the face and body.
Supergoop! Play Everyday Lotion With Sunflower Extract SPF50 PA++++ (162ml) retails for RM168 at Sephora.
Vaseline Expert Care Extremely Dry Skin Rescue
One of the most popular skincare brands for dehydrated skin, this lotion by Vaseline has what it takes to repair dehydrated skin in just five days. Since it’s fragrance-free, it’s suitable for those with incredibly sensitive skin too.
Vaseline Expert Care Extremely Dry Skin Rescue (365ml) retails for RM34.90 at Watsons.
Paula’s Choice Skin Revealing Body Lotion 10% AHA
You’ll be able to see smoother and younger-looking skin with this lotion. Creamy yet lightweight, it acts as an exfoliant that effectively removes dead skin cells and improves rough skin with the help of a 10% concentration of glycolic acid.
Paula’s Choice Skin Revealing Body Lotion 10% AHA (210ml) retails for RM155 at Paula’s Choice.
Yves Rocher Bourbon Vanilla Body Lotion
Harnessing the power of botanical-based ingredients such as organic and fair trade shea butter, aloe vera gel, and bourbon vanilla extract, this nourishing formula leaves your skin moisturised, soft, and supple.
Yves Rocher Bourbon Vanilla Body Lotion (390ml) retails for RM40.70 at Lazada.
Sebamed Extreme Dry Skin Repair Lotion 10% Urea
Do you have extremely dry and flaky skin? Sebamed Extreme Dry Skin Repair Lotion 10% Urea can help. This lotion contains natural lipids such as lecithin, sweet almond oil, and triglycerides to restore your skin’s lipid balance. Besides relieving dry, flaky skin, it also reduces acute itching.
Sebamed Extreme Dry Skin Repair Lotion 10% Urea (200ml) retails for RM49.30 at Shopee.
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Body Gel Cream
The Neutrogena Hydro Boost Body Gel Cream contains hyaluronic acid helps lock moisture in to ensure that the skin is sufficiently hydrated. Its lightweight gel-cream texture is perfect for humid climates like ours, as it refreshes and sinks into the skin fast.
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Body Gel Cream (453g) retails for RM75.90 at Shopee.
Drunk Elephant Sili Body Lotion
This lightweight lotion is formulated with a blend of nourishing plant oils and butter, squalane, strengthening amino acids, a reparative 5-ceramide blend, and barrier-supportive sodium PCA. It also contains antioxidants that help protect your skin against harmful free radicals.
Drunk Elephant Sili Body Lotion (240ml) retails for RM100 at Sephora.
