Body Moisturisers, Lotions & Butters

Choose the right body moisturiser for your skin.
 
 Body moisturisers come in different textures, so choosing between a lotion, cream and butter often depends on your skin type, how dry your skin feels and the finish you prefer.
 
 Body lotions usually provide a lighter way to moisturise larger areas such as the arms and legs. They can work well for everyday skin hydration, particularly when you want a product that spreads easily and absorbs without feeling too heavy.
 
 A body cream usually has a richer feel and can provide additional comfort when the skin feels dry. Body butters offer another nourishing option. Their richer texture may suit areas that need more intensive moisturising care or times when you want a more substantial layer of moisture.
 
 Applying moisturiser regularly can help maintain softness and reduce the uncomfortable feeling associated with dry skin. Many people prefer to moisturise after bathing or showering, when it is easy to work the product across the body. Massage the lotion, cream or butter gently into the skin and follow the directions supplied with the individual product.
 
 Key ingredients vary across Weleda skincare products. Selected formulas contain plant oils and botanical extracts, while richer products may include ingredients such as shea butter or cocoa butter.
 
 Mum Stretch Mark Body Butter is one example of a richer formula. Its fast-absorbing texture contains organic shea butter, cocoa seed butter, jojoba seed oil, sunflower seed oil and Centella Asiatica extract. It is designed for massage during and after pregnancy and leaves skin feeling softer and more supple.
 
 Because this body butter has a specific pregnancy-care purpose, follow its individual directions rather than treating it as a general body cream. It is applied twice daily to areas including the tummy, breasts, thighs and buttocks during pregnancy and for three months after birth.
 
 Different textures can also suit different parts of the body. A light body lotion may be convenient when moisturising from shoulders to feet, while a richer cream or butter can be concentrated on areas that feel drier. You may also prefer a richer cream during colder weather and a lighter lotion when you want something fast absorbing.
 
 Body oils provide another way to care for the skin, but they are a different product format. If you prefer an oil-based texture for massage or body care, explore a dedicated body oil rather than choosing a lotion or butter solely for that purpose.
 
 Some body lotions are developed around more specific needs, such as firming care, while others focus mainly on hydration and nourishment. Check the individual product description and key ingredients to choose the most suitable formula rather than assuming every body moisturiser offers the same benefits.