Body Lotions & Body Creams

When the word beauty is mentioned, the face is the part of the body that gets the most attention, but beauty is more than just a pretty face. The body is a work of art and a thing of beauty and it deserves to be pampered. The skin on all parts of the body should be treated with tender loving care so it keeps its elasticity and the age blemishes and stress marks fade in the rich ingredients of a quality body lotion. It’s not hard to choose the right body lotion for you, but it does require some information and knowledge about skin types and natural ingredients.

The function of good body lotion is to protect the skin from environmental stress factors like the free radicals that float through the air. But, body lotion also helps keep the skin moist and it can help slow down the aging process in terms of wrinkling and sagging skin as well as those tiny lines and creases that make the body look it’s been through four or five centuries of living.

Your skin type is the deciding factor when it comes to choosing a body lotion. Dry skin needs a lotion that’s packed with moisturizing agents that hydrate the skin. Oily skin needs an oil free lotion, and sensitive skin needs a body lotion that contains all natural ingredients. Synthetic chemical ingredients irritate sensitive skin.

Body lotions that contain an SPF factor are recommended for all skin types, and aging skin needs a formula that has antioxidants, collagen, and micro nutrients so the skin stays firm and resilient. Pure organic body lotions that are formulated with natural plant ingredients that have not been exposed to synthetic chemicals will revitalize combination skin types as well as dry and sensitive skin.

Natural scented body lotions are the best choice. Lotions that have a vanilla, melon, or woody scent are popular choices, but natural lavender, sandalwood, and eucalyptus add a touch of olfactory magic to an organic body lotion. A large number of body lotions contain glycerin because it humectant properties, which means it can draw moisture out of the air and into the skin,

Other popular body lotions are rich in shea butter, jojoba, and almond oil. Those lotions are great for dry skin. Lotions with cocoa butter and aloe vera can prevent stretch marks and reduce scar tissues while hydrating the skin. Macadamia oil contains high monounsaturated fatty acids so it acts as an antioxidant, which helps prevent cell deterioration.

There are literally hundreds of body lotions on the market, but there are a few important steps to follow before choosing the right one. First, know your skin type and then read the label, and choose a product that has moisturizing ingredients in the formula. Next have a mission and considered your skin’s condition. You may want a lotion that reduces wrinkles and stretch marks as well as moisturizes the skin, but if your skin is sensitive it should be a proven formula that does cause adverse skin reactions. Consider your lifestyle and the season. If you spend a lot of times outdoors and it’s the dead of winter a heavier lotion may work better than a lighter summer lotion.