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Need body lotion recommendations

Runcarla

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I want to try a new-to-me body lotion, and need recommendations. Would prefer something the isn’t ‘sticky’, IYKWIM.

I shower or bathe in the am after a workout, and then get dressed for the day, so would like something that absorbs into the skin and dries quickly. Long time user of Johnson’s baby lotion (pink). Currently using Cetaphil, but find it ‘tacky’ after application. My skin is dry, and the situation is probably exacerbated by frequent bathing/showers.

Do you mix things up? Do you have a favourite? What are you using now?

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CarolS

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Cerave is still my hands down fave for a daily lotion.

Pat_P

I have sensitive, excema-prone skin, so I stick with Aveeno.

LJP

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I actually use good old Vaseline Intensive Care - in the cocoa butter version. Works fine for me - and I supplement it with a bit of body oil from Nuxe (Shoppers Drug Mart) on legs and arms when I've had some sun and my skin is feeling a bit parched.

slim cat

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I use Eucerin Daily Hydration lotion - the light version ( tried heavier ones but prefer really light ). Fragrance free with B5.

rebekahphoto

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Lately I have been using Hempz Sensitive Skin. its light, with a soft fragrance. they have several varieties and I think an unscented version.

Kate

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Another vote for Aveeno. Love that it is available in a fragrance free version.

cat2

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OGX argan oil is my current favorite lotion.

Sloper

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Long time fan of Lubriderm Sensitive Skin.

Helena

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Aveeno for body lotion, hands down.

Anonymous

I’m a die-hard Aveeno fan. The colloidal oatmeal in it seems to work wonders on my dry skin. The body wash is great, too.

Firecracker (Sharan)

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I have been using Kiehl's for many years. Usually I get it at Nordstrom during NAS or the holidays. It does absorb quickly, and it is unscented. I like that it now comes in a refill, so I can put it in whatever container I want. Sometimes I prefer to have it in a little jar for travel or gym. It moisturizes much more effectively than a nice light lotion I have from Moulton Brown, too.

Kiehl's Since 1851 Creme de Corps Body Moisturizer

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Firecracker (Sharan)

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I've used Hempz and Aveeno, too, and like them as well!

LJP

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Another vote for Hempz here .

Rejoiceandbe

I buy E45 when I am in the Uk. It works for me.

Cardiff girl

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I use Aveeno daily as its very affordable but Kiehls for a treat .It is lovely but quite spendy here in the UK.

Diana

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Eucerin calming cream is my go-to. It’s unscented and doesn't feel sticky at all while still being quite moisturizing.

phoebe

Mid summer here, so I've been using a lighter lotion, M-61 Hydraboost Body Butter if I'm getting dressed and Babo Botanicals Sensitive Baby Daily Hydra Lotion, much richer, if I'm not. In colder weather I'll alternate with the Babo and a lotion richer than the Hydraboost
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Both are fragrance and silicone free, and they each have other excellent qualities as well.

Style Fan

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I use Nivea Skin Firming & Hydration. There is a Body Milk and a Body Cream. I use either. My skin is hydrated and not sticky. Is it firmer? Not from a cream.
I did use Vaseline Intensive Care and liked it. I like the Nivea better.

Nivea Skin Firming Hydration Body Lotion with Q10 and Shea Butter, 16.9 Fl Oz Pump Bottle, pack of 3

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Echo

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I use Neutrogena Body Oil after showers, while my skin is still damp. They recommend you let yourself dry naturally, but I use a towel afterward and it still works to keep my skin from being dry.

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JAileen

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I’ve been using this lately:

https://www.amazon.com/LATHER-.....56&am

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UmmLila (Lisa)

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The Curel is very lightweight -- you put it on just before you get out of the shower and dry off. It's lotion for people who don't like lotion.

I also like using shower oils to wash and not follow with lotion, in the summer. This one is in a glass bottle with a pump and it looks pretty in the shower. Kind of expensive but a bottle lasts me > 6 months. <https://www.sabonusa.com/80104.....mBTW5a9dJU>

Curel Hydra Therapy Wet Skin Moisturizer, Lightweight In Shower Lotion For Dry Or Extra Dry Skin - 12 fl oz

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Irina

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My favorite is TLC Glycolic body lotion by Drunk Elephant via Sephora. I alternate it with Aveeno.

bj1111

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Sanctuary wet skin body lotion. I apply right in the shower over damp skin. Stays on even after toweling.

https://www.amazon.com/Sanctua.....038;sr=8-3

Everything else seems tacky as you said.

It might help to moisturize with something rich in the evening /before bed

Runcarla

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Thanks for the recommendations. It’s been a while since I’ve had a lotion stash, so I’m going to audition a few. I think I’ll see if I can collect an assortment of travel/sample sizes to trial.

Jaime

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Cerave is my standby and sometimes Avalon Organics lavender body lotion.

Minaminu

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I alternate weleda body oil after shower with the dr hauschka lavender body lotion. Both are light and absorb easily.

Janet

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I like a light but pleasant scent in my body moisturizer. Lately I’m liking Love Beauty and Planet’s Coconut Water and Mimosa Flower. It’s pretty lightweight so if I feel I need a little extra moisture, I add in some Jason Vitamin E oil.

In the winter I like Kiehl’s body butter, also sometimes mixed with the Vitamin E oil when I feel I need extra. I slathered that stuff on when I was out in the desert!

RobinF

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Great thread! I am not good at applying lotion because I don't like having it on my hands - I tend to touch my face and eyes. I like the idea of applying it in the shower. Seems like it would wipe off but worth a try for sure. I can really tell my body needs more moisture than it is getting.

Roxanna

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I use sweet almond oil I get from Amazon in a pump bottle. After using real oil, I'll never go back. It's so moisturizing - and chemical free is that's important to you.

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