Which Moisturizer Do You Need?

It's common knowledge that moisturizing your body after a shower (and whenever your skin is feeling dry) is key to happy, hydrated skin all over, but matters get more complicated when it comes to whether to use body oil, lotion, or body butter. Someone with keratosis pillars may prefer body oil for how it can fade the redness and texture of this condition. Some people prefer oil, while others strongly prefer the creamy texture of lotion, which proves this is a divisive issue that requires a bit more insight if you're not sure which is right for you.

Body Oil vs. Lotion vs. Body Butter: Which Is Best?

Body Butter:

Our body butter at Mind Your Body Naturals is called Silken Cashmere Body Butter due to its luxurious texture that feels like the softest cashmere material caressing your skin. The benefits of body butter are:

Hydrates parched skin: If you have extremely dry skin (or cold winter air is wreaking havoc on your skin), body butters may be more your speed. While body lotions are typically a mix of water and oils, body butters are a mix of rich butters and oils that hydrate parched skin and promote a smooth surface.

Offers long-lasting hydration: Because of their key components of butter and oil, body butters are heavier and thicker in consistency when compared to oils and lotions, and they keep your skin hydrated long after you apply. They also tend to have more of an oily finish, so if your skin is chapped or cracked, body butters are better equipped to repair it.

Increases the suppleness and firmness: Frequent application of body butter might assist to increase the suppleness and firmness of the skin. Essential fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants are found in the natural oils and butter in body butter, which feed the skin and assist to keep it elastic. Silken Cashmere Body Butter is perfect for prone-to-dryness body parts, like the elbows, knees, and heels. Also, it can be applied to the entire body for pampering the skin.

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Body Oil:

Body Butter:

Mind Your Body Naturals has a luxurious Emerald Essence Body Oil. Its rich, emerald color comes from a skin-nourishing oil called Tamanu Oil. The benefits of body oil are:

Oils help re-introduce lost moisture to the skin (think: post-cleansing or exfoliating). Oils sink right into the skin. It's like food for your body.

Regulates sebum production: Oils are touted for their absorbent properties because many vegetable-based oils—rice bran and jojoba, for example—mimic the natural lipids found in our skin. This allows for regulation and repair of your skin's moisture barrier and oil production, which helps your complexion to get more in balance.

Improves skin barrier function: Research shows that when our skin absorbs body oils, the top layers treat said oils as their own—resulting in a reparative, moisturized effect.

Acne prone skin: Even if you have acne-prone or oily skin, face and body oils are worth a try. No matter how counterintuitive it seems, most dermatologists say the oil helps dial down your skin's natural sebum production since it no longer has to overcompensate for the lack of oil. Our Emerald Essence Body Oil is natural enough to be used on both face and body.

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Body Lotion:

Body Butter:

Body Lotion:

Mind Your Body Naturals offers the most luxurious lotions on the market! Our body lotion contains ingredients that are natural and hydrating for all skin types. The benefits of body lotion are:

Moisturizes dry skin: Lotion has the edge over oil if we're talking about moisturizing abilities. Lotions are a mix of oil and water and typically work better for dry skin. Because they're partly water-based, they're often better at penetrating the skin, and can deliver ingredients that improve the ability of the skin to maintain moisture.

Often contains ingredients with long-term benefits: "Look for lotions containing hyaluronic acid and/or ceramides—both enhance skin's water-retaining abilities over time.

Lotions are thicker, part water-based, and come in various forms to treat different skincare concerns. Because of the water and thicker formula, lotion can help with both water absorption and sealing moisture into the skin.

You'll need to be extra wary of phantom ingredients—or worse, ingredients that will dry your skin out more—when shopping for lotion, as formulas can vary widely. Avoid gel-based products or those containing alcohol, as these products tend to dry skin more than ointments, lotions, or creams. Our body lotion at Mind Your Body Naturals has long lasting moisturizing abilities and will never include alcohols, parabens, or other harmful chemicals.

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How to Apply Body Oil, Lotion, and Body Butter

While each kind of body moisturizing product has its own properties, they all help you to seal in moisture, so it's best to apply them after showering. Immediately upon exiting the shower, gently pat skin dry with a towel, and then apply your moisturizer, mixing with droplets of water still left on the skin. This will help lock in the maximum amount of hydration possible.

Dispense your Mind Your Body Naturals moisturizing product of choice and apply it all over slightly damp skin. Remember that a little goes a long way—start with a small amount, then add more as needed to be sure your skin ends up hydrated and not greasy. With all of these—but especially with body butter—pay special attention to the driest areas of your skin, such as your joints and any distinct dry patches. When you aren't fresh out of the shower but need a moisture boost, use lotion or body butter on targeted areas.

If you're looking for an extra dose of hydration for parched skin, you can layer multiple products together. Keep in mind that oil and water don't mix, so you'll want to follow a similar order to skincare on your face—use body oil to seal in a water-based lotion, or if you applied oil first, follow with body butter since it's also oil-based and can sink in.

The Final Takeaway

Whether body oil, lotion, or body butter is best for you really comes down to personal preference, your skin type, and timing. For that reason, it doesn't hurt to have all on hand, and because lotion already contains water, it can function as your "whenever" moisturizer as needed. No matter which you prefer, keep in mind that certain ingredients can give your product of choice an additional boost, so paying attention to the formula is key. Certain herbs, oils, and other components can have different functions to repair and nourish, so figure out what your skin needs out of a moisturizer and look for a product that fits. Whichever way you go, you can't go wrong with Mind Your Body Naturals products!

Which Moisturizer Do You Need?

Body Oil vs. Lotion vs. Body Butter: Which Is Best?

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How to Apply Body Oil, Lotion, and Body Butter

The Final Takeaway

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