I'm Obsessed With Bodycare: The Elite Lineup of Lotions, Oils, and Serums I Use for Soft, Glowing Skin

I'm obsessed with Aestura's Atobarrier365 Cream Moisturizer ($32). In fact, it's my favorite Korean moisturizer of all time (and that's saying something). I even got my family and friends hooked on it. My brother recently told me, "It changed my skin. Tell everyone it's the best." Luckily, my favorite face-first formula was adapted into a body lotion. It features micro-fine ceramides to quench dry skin and strengthen the moisture barrier. There's also PHA to smooth skin texture, and glycerin for long-term hydration. I honestly can't recommend it enough; it's saved me from scaly shins all winter.

I'm obsessed with vitamin C. Not only does it help brighten the skin, but it also fights free radicals and boosts collagen to prevent signs of aging. I have a million face products with vitamin C, but it can be hard to find a body product with the ingredient, which is why I clutch this body lotion close to my chest.

It contains a stable form of vitamin C that offers all of the brightening benefits that I love. There's also sodium hyaluronate, brown algae extract, tranexamic acid, centella asiatica, and horse chestnut extract, so it hydrates, firms, reduces redness, and targets dark spots and discoloration.

When I apply this straight out of the shower, my skin feels so soft and smooth for the next 24 hours. (An ex-boyfriend used to constantly compliment me for this, so I know it's true.) I also love its zippy citrus scent—it smells fresh, clean, and bright, like freshly peeled orange.

If your top priority is finding a lightweight body lotion that won't feel heavy, sticky, or oil-slick on your skin, this is it. Leave it to the famous French pharmacy brand, Bioderma, to create an elegant, no-frills formula! It's smooth, silky, and offers a slight cooling effect. Glide this across dry skin, and you'll see how it effortlessly sinks in, delivering much-needed moisture. Oh, and it's fragrance-free, so it's suitable for even the most sensitive skin.

Everyone knows that matcha is an antioxidant powerhouse. This smart body lotion captures the benefits of it with the highest-grade organic tea leaves, sourced straight from Japan. Combined with rambutan, niacinamide, and microbiome-balancing prebiotics, this lightweight body lotion hydrates, smooths texture, firms, and brightens the skin in one fell swoop. It's the perfect companion to antioxidant-focused diet and wellness routine.

Last but not least, I'm a long-time, die-hard fan of Aveeno's classic Daily Moisturizing Lotion. Not only do I use it often, but I love that it's affordable and accessible (I don't run a series called Drugstore Heroes for nothing).

Its star ingredient is prebiotic oat, which soothes and moisturizes dry skin. I love that it's fragrance, paraben, and dye-free, and allergy-tested, so I can use it on extremely dry, irritated skin without fear of consequences. All of this is impressive, but I'm most dazzled by the fact that it's so lightweight and sinks into my skin quickly without residue. It's proof that drugstore skincare can be, and often is, elite.

This new-to-me body butter has quickly become my new obsession. It uses facial-grade ingredients, including biomimetic lipids and a combination of cupuacu, mango, shea, and cocoa butters to moisturize, tighten, and firm the skin. The fluffy, bouncy texture feels expensive, as does the light vanilla musk scent (it's the brand's signature).

You won't catch me without at least one Josie Maran Body Butter in my bathroom. Right now, I have a whopping three jars, but this one, Topless Tangerine, is my favorite. With sparkling, citrus-floral notes of pixie tangerine, pink grapefruit, pineapple, and brown sugar, it's worthy of wearing in place of perfume. Meanwhile, an antioxidant and fatty acid-rich combination of argan oil, avocado oil, and shea butter keep my skin soft and supple.

Yes, this body butter is $100. That might sound wild, especially when you can pick up other body butters for far, far less, but here's the thing: It's one of the most moisturizing formulas I have ever (I repeat: ever) used. I apply it at night, after showering, so the rich botanical ingredients have time to melt into my skin. By morning, my skin is soft, smooth, and has a vacation-level glow.

Now, I will say that this isn't a lightweight product. With shea, cocoa, and mango butters, as well as pure seed extracts, it's what I would consider heavy-duty. That said, it moisturizes my skin like nothing else. I make a particular point to use it after shaving my legs. I find it soothes my skin and calms any post-shave bumps or irritation that seem to pop up.

The brand recently launched a new Detox Greens version of this body butter, and I love it just as much as the original. It features the same tried-and-true formula, along with a fresh and sophisticated scent of eucalyptus leaf, lilac flower, cardamom, and amber. As the brand puts it, it's "bright on the inhale, grounding on the exhale."

ICYMI, Herbivore recently launched a complete bodycare collection. Yep, it's the stuff of beauty editor dreams! Designed for all skin types, including oily and acne-prone skin, this body oil is moisturizing, soothing, and clarifying (yes, really). It's all thanks to blue tansy, tea tree, and eucalyptus—three ingredients that support clearer-looking skin and provide anti-inflammatory benefits. There's also jojoba oil, vegan squalane, and meadowfoam seed oil for deep moisture.

I don't have acne-prone skin, but I can still appreciate its anti-inflammatory powers (my skin tends to get red and irritated, especially in the winter). I can also appreciate its all-natural fragrance, although it admittedly took me a minute to get there. The blue tansy, tea tree, and eucalyptus trio give it a fresh, spa-like scent that leans slightly medicinal IMO.

I'm also deeply obsessed with Herbivore's Nova Body Oil because it's helping me fade dark spots and minimize sun damage that I incurred during the warmer months. It uses an ultra-stable form of vitamin C, turmeric, and pineapple enzymes to boost the skin's glow to mega-watt levels. Meanwhile, an energizing scent of mandarin, bergamot, neroli, and turmeric make me feel happy and clear-headed.

Speaking of vitamin C-spiked body oil, I highly recommend this one if your budget allows it. It uses vitamin C THD (which is apparently 50 times more effective than standard L-ascorbic acid), as well as patented ceramides, to moisturize, boost radiance, fade hyperpigmentation, smooth lines and wrinkles, and more. It's a do-it-all formula that I continue to swear by, especially because the oil itself is smooth, silky, and luxe-feeling.

I know, I know—another vitamin C bodycare product. Don't say I didn't warn you; I'm truly obsessed with the brightening and free-radical-fighting powers of the humble ingredient. Cyklar's Body Oils are all spiked with it.

What sets Cyklar apart from literally any other bodycare brand is its scents. Founder Claudia Sulewski has figured out a way to create the most alluring, intoxicating, and stunning scents out there. This one, called Vanilla Verve, is downright delectable. A little spicy, a little sweet, and a little creamy, it features notes of bergamot, green cardamom, vanilla, heliotrope, ambrette, amber, musk, and tonka bean. I'll just say this: Last time I used this body oil, I had three people stop me and implore me to share which "perfume" I was wearing. If you want to feel luxurious and decadent, and collect compliments like it's your job, this is the body oil to buy.

This iconic body oil is an editor and celeb-favorite (Victoria Beckham is a long-time fan). It has a thick, rich texture, and it contains powerful marine ingredients in every drop. Skin barrier-strengthening undaria seaweed is the star of the show, but there's also white lupin flower, which firms the skin and makes it look taut, and a botanical oil blend to replenish moisture. I like to apply it to damp skin for the best, most moisturizing effect.

Osea's Dream Bio-Retinol Body Serum is another product that's part of my bodycare routine. It's powered by a proprietary algae-derived retinol alternative to smooth, firm, and brighten the skin. Meanwhile, magnesium and lavender soothe the spirit, release tension, and promote serenity, so you can drift off to sleep. It's better skin (and sleep), bottled.

This body serum is next level. Don't believe me? Look at its ingredient list. It reads like a luxurious, facial-grade serum. Actually, it kind of is. It contains 15 facial-grade actives, multivitamins, adaptogens, and nootropics for "cloud-like softness," including copper peptides, ceramides, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, Japanese yuzu, and pre- and postbiotics. It offers so many skin-enhancing benefits, but I'll leave it as this: it prolongs skin longevity, helping it look healthy and youthful for years to come. That's why I'll continue to use it, whether alone or in combination with body lotion.

Soft Services has a cult internet following, and I can see why. This body serum is a universal crowd pleaser for keratosis pilaris (KP), ingrown hairs, discoloration, and generally rough, dry skin. Lactic acid and urea gently resurface and brighten, while Centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, and aloe make sure the skin barrier stays strong and well-moisturized.

Body wash can make or break my routine. If it's too harsh and drying, no amount of body lotion or butter can fix it. If it doesn't clean my skin effectively...well, yuck. Naturium's body washes hit the ideal sweet spot. They effectively cleanse my skin without stripping moisture.

I would recommend every single one (literally...I love them all). However, recently, I've been using this one most. It transforms from a silky oil consistency to foamy lather. It wicks away sweat, sunscreen, and any other skin residue, leaving nothing but soft, supple hydration behind.

If you know me, you know I love Saltair. I've gotten countless friends and family members hooked on it, too, thanks to its incredible scents and A-level ingredients. I recommend the brand's body serums, lotions, and deodorants, but I have a special place in my heart for its body washes. They're silky, effective, affordable, and smell divine. This one, Driftwood, is a particular favorite. With notes of bergamot, sage, and driftwood, it smells like a luxurious oceanside resort.

Speaking of sensorial body washes, you won't find a brand more beloved by editors than Salt & Stone. It has all three elements of an A+ body wash: minimalist packaging, sophisticated skincare ingredients, and spa-like scents.

This one contains seaweed extract, spirulina, niacinamide, and probiotics for a well-balanced microbiome and moisture barrier. And the scent! It's earthy, woody, and expensive, with notes of bergamot, orange blossom, and hinoki. It makes me feel like I'm staying at an exclusive wellness retreat and not just...you know, showering in my bathroom.

Yep, I use Aveeno's Daily Moisturizing Body Wash too. It's softening, soothing, and wraps my skin in moisture. It's one of two body washes I turn to when my skin is sending out SOS signals and I want to fix dryness, redness, and irritation, fast.

Here's the other one. I've been a long-time Dove Body Wash stan, and that won't be changing anytime soon. It's soothing and oh-so-moisturizing—almost like a body lotion-wash hybrid. It's all thanks to "MicroMoisture droplets," which saturate the skin with 24-hour moisture upon impact. Dry skin never stands a chance.