In-shower moisturiser is a game-changer, especially for those of us who tend to skip body lotion throughout the winter. The weather may have come out, but our legs are staying in. At least until they're no longer scaly and are ready to face the world.
If you're not already in the habit of moisturising your body, it can feel like a chore. It's strange, considering most of us will happily load moisturiser or serum onto our face twice a day and prefer the feeling of soft skin. But, a quick poll of the GLAMOUR office determined that the majority of us fall into the reluctant/occasional application category, with only a few dedicated daily moisturiser addicts (who were mildly alarmed at our slapdash approach to lotion). Soz. It's just that slathering it on from top to bottom and waiting around starkers for it to dry sucks?
Unlike washing and drying our hair we can get away with not topping up on moisturiser for days, weeks or even (whispers) months(?) at a time, provided you’re able to hide your scaly shins beneath jeans and ankle-skimming dresses, right?
29 best body moisturisers and body lotions to hydrate and nourish your skin all year roundGallery29 PhotosReally, we should be lotioning up regularly, since, just like our face, our body can become dehydrated, rough and tight when parched. But often convenience trumps maintenance most times we step out of the shower.
That's why the solution, is an in-shower moisturiser. True, they’re nothing new, but if you’ve been resisting body lotion, we’d recommend getting involved. And, if you want to get a bit experimental, you can pretty much look for any shower wash that’s oil-based or super creamy in texture for a quick top-up of moisture. Most are applied while the water’s still running which – bonus – means you’re still warm, and the extra slip means you can whizz it over your bod in under a minute. Lightly rinse it off before towel drying. The result? Wonderfully soft, hydrated skin without the waiting around.
Nivea In-Shower Body Moisturiser for Dry Skin, £1.99, Superdrug
Nivea started the trend with its affordable Nivea In-Shower Moisturiser for Dry Skin. The skin-softening formula is enriched with oils and is activated by water, then absorbs immediately into skin. Apply it straight after cleansing in the shower, then you can rinse it off straight away, no need to wait. So you can skip straight to drying and getting dressed.
Soap & Glory All The Right Smoothes In Shower Moisturiser, £7.95, Boots
This smells fruity and uplifting and can be applied to skin straight after showering. It sinks in straight away and doesn't leave behind any residue. Magic.
Frank Body In-Shower Moisturiser, £11.95, Look Fantastic
Natural moisturisers like shea butter and grapeseed oil sink into skin to leave it baby soft. Apply it after you've cleansed with your shower gel, let it sink in for a couple of seconds, then rinse away.
Glossier Body Hero Daily Oil Wash, £15, Glossier
Technically not an in-shower moisturiser, this oil wash shower gel is inspired by oil cleansers for your face. It whisks away grime and sweat, but leaves skin feeling like silk.
The Body Shop Shea Shower Cream, £2, The Body Shop
This silky-smooth shower cream leaves skin feeling nourished and cleansed.
Elemis Frangipani Monoi Shower Cream, £28, Look Fantastic
If you want something extra fancy, treat yourself to Elemis’ delicious Frangipani Monoi Shower Cream which cleanses skin and imparts moisture as it does so. Plus it smells like a tropical getaway.
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