I've Never Been a Body Cream Person—But Consider Me Converted by These 11 Fast-Absorbing Finds

I tested over 40 body creams to find the top picks for every skin type, concern, and budget. The one thing they all have in common? They all sink in quick.

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As someone who’s borderline obsessive about skincare—I’m talking multi-step routines, daily SPF, and never missing night cream—you’d think I’d be just as devoted to moisturising my body. But for years, I wasn’t. I hated the way most body creams felt—sticky, heavy, slow to absorb. It always felt like I had to choose between being properly hydrated and being able to put my clothes on without having to wait ten minutes for my body lotion to absorb.

In fact, it wasn’t until the day I first tried Beauty Pie's Super Healthy Skin Deluxe Body Crème (£19) that my body care routine finally caught up with my face care one. The seemingly thick cream melted into my skin like a dream—no stickiness, no residue, just soft, deeply nourished skin that actually stayed hydrated all day long. Oh, and the fragrance (think fresh floral) also lasted throughout the day. For the first time, moisturising my body didn’t feel like a chore; it felt like a treat—and I was able to get dressed instantly.

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Now, I’m a full-blown convert who moisturises twice a day (yes, even in a rush), and I genuinely look forward to it. While that one product completely shifted my mindset, it's since led me to discover other body lotions that deliver the same luxe, fast-absorbing hydration. These are the game-changer formulas that made me a body care person: they sink in fast, hydrate deeply, and leave my skin feeling soft, not slick.

The Best Body Creams

Photo of body cream tubs, from Beauty Pie to Rare Beauty

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  1. Best body cream for quick absorption: Beauty Pie Super Healthy Skin Deluxe Body Crème
  2. Best body cream for every day: Glossier Body Hero Daily Perfecting Lotion
  3. Best body cream for oily skin: Rare Beauty Find Comfort Bouncy Body Cream
  4. Best body cream for dry skin: Fenty Skin Butta Drop Whipped Oil Body Cream
  5. Best body cream for sensitive skin: Necessaire The Body Cream

1. Beauty Pie Super Healthy Skin Deluxe Body Crème

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2. Glossier Body Hero Daily Perfecting Lotion

Glossier body lotion

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3. Rare Beauty Find Comfort Bouncy Body Cream

Rare Beauty body cream

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4. Fenty Skin Butta Drop Whipped Oil Body Cream

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5. Nécessaire The Body Cream

6. Joonbyrd Sunday Sofa Body Butter

7. Naturium Glow Getter Multi-Oil Body Butter

8. Sol de Janeiro Bom Dia Bright Cream

9. The Inkey List PHA Exfoliating and Hydrating Body Water Cream

10. Laura Mercier Neroli du Sud Serum Body Cream

11. Byoma Body Hydrating Body Lotion

How We Tested the Best Body Creams

I spent the past few months testing some of the most talked-about and highly-rated body creams—from budget-friendly finds to luxurious formulas loved by dermatologists. I tried over 40 different products paying close attention to texture, absorption, scent and how well each one delivered on promises like deep hydration, smoothing rough patches, firming, and improving long-term skin health.

I also spoke with my fellow beauty editors to get their expert takes on the best body moisturisers out there—and, unsurprisingly, their go-to picks were already on my list. After applying these creams from head to toe, post-shower, before bed, and everything in between, I'm confident this list highlights the best body creams for just about every skin type, concern, and budget.

Why Trust Us

At Who What Wear UK, we know that beauty isn’t one-size-fits-all. Our editors have tested thousands of products, including skincare, makeup, hair and nails, over the years and work closely with trusted experts—dermatologists, make-up artists and leading industry insiders—to ensure every guide is well-researched, inclusive and relevant to you.

We focus on formulas that deliver, whether they’re affordable favourites or luxury investments. Our product selection is based on tangible results, ingredient know-how and what we’d truly recommend to a friend.

Freelance Beauty Editor

Grace Day is a beauty editor and content creator. She has over 10 years of beauty-industry experience, spanning editorial, retail, and e-commerce, which gives her a unique understanding into how people shop for their beauty routines.While studying for a history degree (specialising in the history of beauty) and working as a beauty adviser in department stores, Grace started writing her own beauty blog in order to share the products she discovered while dealing with acne. After graduating, she moved to Beauty Bay as beauty editor and content manager. Grace is currently a beauty contributor to Who What Wear. She has also written for Hypebae and PopSugar and works as a brand consultant and copywriter.