The 17 Best Body Lotions for Aging Skin

KIEHL’S CRÈME DE CORPS

As you age, your oil-producing glands become less active and your skin can become drier as a result. As such, the Mayo Clinic suggests choosing an oil-based moisturizer to help hold in moisture and prevent flaky skin. Often times “oil-based” products get a bad rap for leaving behind a greasy residue, but that’s not the case for Kiehl’s Crème de Corps. Formulated with skin-nurturing ingredients like sweet almond oil and avocado oil, you can expect its thick and elegant formula to leave your skin feeling soft, smooth, and beautifully moisturized. 

Kiehl’s Crème de Corps, $29.50 MSRP

CERAVE RENEWING SA LOTION

We like turning to CeraVe products in times of dryness because their products contain the essential ceramides that healthy skin needs to help restore its natural protective barrier. One of our favorites among the range? CeraVe’s SA Lotion for rough and bumpy skin. This skin-smoothing lotion— enhanced with 3 essential ceramides, salicyclic acid, and vitamin D— exfoliates and moisturizes the skin to a smooth finish.

CeraVe SA Lotion, $10.79 MSRP

LA ROCHE-POSAY LIPIKAR BALM AP+ BODY CREAM

New studies have shown that in very dry skin conditions the skin microbiome can become unbalanced, and prebiotics can help rebalance it. A healthy microbiome is an importance aspect to skin health, so coating your body in a prebiotic lotion is just what extra dry skin needs to feel replenished again.That’s where La Roche-Posay’s Lipikar Balm AP+ Body Cream comes in. Ideal for dry skin conditions, it’s formulated with the brand’s prebiotic thermal water and can provide long-lasting hydration.

La Roche-Posay Lipikar Balm AP+ Body Cream, $19.99 MSRP

SKINCEUTICALS BODY RETEXTURING TREATMENT

Natural aging, along with wear and tear from daily activities, can wreak havoc on the skin’s texture and cause rough, dry skin on the elbows, knees, and heels. Thankfully we can turn to products like SkinCeuticals Body Retexturing Treatment enhanced with replenishing ingredients to get our skin back in good shape. Even those with visibly dry and flaky skin can reap the full benefits from this body lotion. It activates skin’s regeneration response by promoting exfoliation while simultaneously hydrating rough body textures to improve radiance and smoothness. 

SkinCeuticals Body Retexturing Treatment, $60 MSRP

KIEHL’S DELUXE HAND AND BODY LOTION WITH ALOE VERA & OATMEAL

If you’re in the market for a body lotion with a texture that’s lightweight and soothing, we recommend Kiehl’s Deluxe Hand and Body Lotion with Aloe Vera and Oatmeal. It’s a promising choice for relieving dry skin on the body and hands. Since wrinkles are the most prominent on the hands, it’s important to habitually seal in surface moisture with a silky cream like this one, along with using broad-spectrum sunscreen.

Kiehl’s Deluxe Hand and Body Lotion with Aloe Vera & Oatmeal, $22 MSRP

LA ROCHE-POSAY LIPIKAR LOTION

Often times those deeply hydrating lotions can be notorious for leaving behind greasy residue. Luckily with La Roche-Posay’s Lipikar Lotion, this isn’t the case at all. Not only is the formula lightweight and fast-absorbing, the texture is also non-greasy. It’s formulated with the exclusive La Roche-Posay Prebiotic Thermal Water, glycerin, and niacinamide, and provides the skin with all-day hydration, as well as replenishes essential skin lipids.

La Roche-Posay Lipikar Lotion, $17.99 MSRP

KIEHL’S SUPERBLY RESTORATIVE ARGAN BODY LOTION

Treat your dry, aging skin to a nourishing formula that offers antioxidant benefits. We’re talking Kiehl’s Superbly Restorative Argan Body Lotion. This hydrating moisturizer––enhanced with argan oil and argan leaf extract–– helps hydrate and reinforce the skin’s defenses against free radical damage. As a result, the skin has improved texture and resilience.

Kiehl’s Superbly Restorative Argan Body Lotion, $38 MSRP

KIEHL’S NASHI BLOSSOM & PINK GRAPEFRUIT SKIN-SOFTENING BODY LOTION

Aging skin is often accompanied by a rough texture throughout. Try softening your skin with this delicate body lotion that’s enhanced with squalene and vitamin E. As a plus, you’ll notice soothing notes of soy milk and white musk upon application.

Kiehl’s Nashi Blossom & Pink Grapefruit Skin-Softening Body Lotion, $26 MSRP

L’OREAL PARIS ADVANCED SUNCARE SILKY SHEER LOTION 30

Protect your skin with a lotion that doubles as a potent sunscreen. This silky sheer lotion—enhanced with antioxidants vitamin E and white grape seed—offers broad-spectrum protection with SPF 30 and long-lasting hydration. Take it with you on your next trip to the beach.  

L’Oréal Paris Advance Suncare Silky Sheer Lotion 30, $9.99 MSRP

VICHY IDEAL BODY SERUM-MILK

If you’re looking for a formula that can offer continuous hydration, as well as firming and soothing capabilities, look no further than Vichy’s Ideal Body Serum-Milk. Formulated with hyaluronic acid, LHA, and 10 botanical oils, this lotion leaves dry skin feeling firmer, smoother, and looking more radiant. For best results, apply it to damp skin to lock in moisture and boost the sensation of freshness. 

Vichy Ideal Body Serum-Milk, $29 MSRP

CAROL’S DAUGHTER ALL-NATURAL MULTI-TASKER BODY JELLY

Blended with sweet almond oil, jojoba oil, and all-natural moisturizers, this body jelly will help hydrate, soothe and nourish skin, leaving it with a healthy-looking glow. It contains no silicones, parabens, mineral oil or artificial colors. After a relaxing bath or shower, apply all over the body while skin is still damp.

Carol’s Daughter All-Natural Multi-Tasker Body Jelly, $12 MSRP

LANCÔME NUTRIX ROYAL BODY BUTTER

For those willing to spend a little bit more on their body moisturizers, this luxurious body butter will surely suffice. This intensely moisturizing product is suited for very dry skin, and those looking to give it a major hydration boost. As you apply, you’ll notice the formula melting easily into your skin, supplying it with the moisture it so desperately craves.

LANCÔME HYDRA FRAICHELLE BODY MOISTURIZER

Moisturize dehydrated, dry skin with this rich lotion. It’s formulated with vitamin E, pro Vitamin B5, and apricot kernel oil and envelops skin in long-lasting hydration. Besides this being a coveted product, the floral scent is truly divine.

Lancôme Hydra Fraichelle Body Moisturizer, $39 MSRP

CAROL’S DAUGHTER OCEAN FLOWERS RENEWING BODY CREAM

Blended with marine algae and artfully selected ingredients, this energizing and moisturizing body cream instantly hydrates dry skin for hours. Add to the roughest areas for a little TLC.

Carol’s Daughter Ocean Flowers Renewing Body Cream, $12 MSRP

CAROL’S DAUGHTER ALMOND COOKIE SHEA SOUFFLE

This product is a best-seller for a reason. It features a blend of almond oil and other carefully-picked ingredients, and can leave skin feeling soft and smooth. This comforting cream restores softness for hours, leaving your skin nourished.

CERAVE MOISTURIZING CREAM

Moisturize, restore and protect your skin’s barrier with this cream formulated with ceramide and hyaluronic acid. The formula utilizes patented MVE technology, which helps to replenish ceramides and deliver lasting moisturization throughout the day.

L’OREAL ACTIVE DAILY MOISTURE LOTION

For a soft and simple lotion, opt for this intensely hydrating cream which—in addition to hydration—provides SPF 15 sunscreen protection. The result is skin that’s moisturized as well as protected against harmful UV rays.