Body Lotion vs Cream vs Butter: Key Differences
How body lotions, creams, butters and ointments differ in water and oil content, and which texture suits your skin type and season.
By Arni Sun · 4 min read
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Body skin has fewer oil glands than the face, which is why it dries out so easily. This section helps you to choose between a lotion, a cream and a butter, and shows that timing matters as much as the product: moisturizer works best on slightly damp skin. There are guides to very dry skin, rough elbows and knees, keratosis pilaris, fragrance-free labels and sensitive skin, with routines adjusted for winter cold and for humid weather.
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How body lotions, creams, butters and ointments differ in water and oil content, and which texture suits your skin type and season.
By Arni Sun · 4 min read