These body lotions provide a high dose of nourishment without feeling sticky

Lightweight yet hydrating, these body lotions feel like they were formulated for the summer

Come summer and we brace ourselves for the agony our skin is about to go through—we know it will be susceptible to redness, irritation, prickly heat, and sunburns. What we often tend to ignore is the dryness that increased heat can bring along. Owing to the humidity, we’re largely in air-conditioned rooms or might want to go swimming. This, in turn, can damage the skin barrier, leaving it dry, itchy, and irritated. In some cases, direct exposure to the sun can trigger allergic reactions, leading to hives or augmented sensitivity in the skin. While you shouldn’t skimp on hydration and moisturisation, even in the summer, heavy, thick body creams may not be the ideal choice for the warmer months. We put together a list of some of the best lightweight body lotions on the market.

Apricot Kernel Oil Body Lotion, Pahadi Local

This lightweight and gentle body lotion, formulated with bare minimum yet effective ingredients such as apricot kernel oil, shea butter, glycerin, and patchouli, ensures quick absorption and a non-sticky finish. 

Body Milk with Coconut and Ceramides, 82°E

Loaded with skin-friendly ingredients like coconut water, ceramides, panthenol, lactic acid, niacinamide, sunflower sprout extract, and glycerin, this body lotion also offers SPF 20 PA ++, making it a great choice for hot days. This body lotion hydrates and calms the skin without leaving any white cast or greasy finish.

Daily Moisturising Lotion, CeraVe

Preferred by dermatologists for good reason, this body lotion from CeraVe is a do-it-all. Packed with three essential ceramides—vitamin E, glycerin, and sodium hyaluronate—this weightless, fragrance-free body lotion will suit every skin type under the sun. The best part? It also doubles as a facial moisturiser. Get yourself a sizeable bottle, and it will last you longer than you think.

Oud Minerale Body Lotion, MoroccanOil

If you’re someone who prefers perfumed body lotions, look no further than this one from haircare brand MoroccanOil, which is known for its fragrance profiles. Enriched with antioxidants from ingredients like aloe vera, argan oil, Evening Primrose oil, Camellia oil, citric acid, and Tsubaki oil, this body lotion not only deeply nourishes but also prevents free radical damage. 

Shea Body Lotion, The Body Shop

For nourishment that lasts long and eliminates re-application, turn to this cult-favourite shea butter-infused body lotion. The lightweight formula, accompanied by a nutty fragrance, will leave you with softer, hydrated skin. Olive oil, glycerin, and caramel further enhance the body lotion’s nourishing properties.

English Pear & Freesia Body & Hand Lotion, Jo Malone London  

This body lotion will revitalise your skin and senses simultaneously, courtesy of Jo Malone’s much-loved scents. The easily-absorbing body lotion is pumped with coconut oil, jojoba esters, hyaluronic acid, aloe vera juice, and glycerin to deliver a high dose of moisture. Wear it before heading to work or dosing off at night. 

Vitamin B Body Lotion, Aminu

A little thicker than a lotion but lighter than a typical body cream, this formulation from Aminu not only moisturises the skin, but also repairs it. It’s loaded with essentials like fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants to replenish a damaged skin barrier while eliminating skin-deep dryness. Sandalwood hydrasol, Meadowfoam Seed oil, green tea, and cinnamon equip this body lotion to also stimulate your senses.

Shea Butter Body Rich Lotion, L’Occitane

Packed with a high concentration of shea butter—15 per cent, precisely—this body lotion from L’Occitane can halt dryness and irritation within minutes of application. Other ingredients such as sunflower oil, calendula, linseed seed extract, rapeseed oil, vitamin E, and glycerin make this creamy body lotion a  deeply nourishing pick.

Squalene Velvet Spray, Hibiscus Monkey

This spray-on formulation isn’t your regular body moisturiser—it’s an oil-based product that feels lighter than a body lotion. Packed with ultra-nourishing ingredients like soybean, sunflower, sesame, castor seed, and sweet almond oil, this formula mimics the natural moisturising factors of the skin, leaving it smooth and soft minus the greasiness of body oils. Use it right after a shower when your skin is damp—simply spray it on your body and massage it into your skin.

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