Body Oils to Shop This Summer for Glowy, Hydrated Skin
Your shortcut to a sun-kissed sheen is just a few drops away.
Love the nourishing feeling and hydrated sheen you get after using a body lotion or butter, but can’t bring yourself to dip your sweaty mitts into a tub of thick glop in the middle of a hot, humid summer day? (Apologies for the visual.) We feel ya. Enter: body oils.
As the lighter, more breathable, less sticky cousin of body lotion, it’s no wonder why body oils are having a moment in the spotlight as temperatures soar. Not only are they a great way to replenish your limbs and keep your skin from looking dry and cracked, but they leave behind such an irresistible sheen and glow that we have no choice but to stan. Bonus: Many body oils are infused with scents you know and love, making them perfect for layering underneath your favourite perfumes, or even wearing on their own after the ultimate everything shower.
Browse our favourite body oils below and get ready for a serious (and literal) glow-up this summer.
NYX Fat Oil in “Coconut Cutie”
Part of the brand’s new collection of rich body oils—with offerings available in shimmering, tinted and clear finishes—this glossy formula is a must-have for anyone who loves a high-shine golden finish. Featuring avocado oil and vitamin E, it helps lock in hydration while giving skin a soft, luminous finish with a playful touch of shine.
L’Occitane Soothing and Firming Almond Supple Skin Body Oil
Renowened for its luxurious approach to body care, L’Occitane brings that same indulgent touch to this softening body formula. Powered by restorative almond oil, its velvety texture and warm scent melt into the skin to create a smoother, more supple appearance, while helping to improve the look of stretch marks and loss of firmness over time.
Amika I’m Glistening Radiant Rich Body Oil
Best known for their stellar line-up of hair essentials, amika is now helping to tackle more than just lacklustre strands. This fast-absorbing body oil is powered by vitamin C, papaya oil and sea buckthorn oil to help visibly brighten the look of dull, uneven skin while delivering a fresh glow that lasts all day.
RMS Beauty Kakadu Body Oil
Packed with vitamin C-rich Kakadu plum, this brightening body oil helps revive the look of dull skin while delivering deep, lasting moisturization—with hydration reported to increase by 61% just 30 minutes after application.
Dior Solar The Sublimating Oil
A forever-iconic shimmer, this luxurious dry oil delivers Dior’s signature sunlit glow to the face, body and hair. Infused with pearlescent particles and a delicate monoi scent, its weightless formula enhances the skin’s natural vibrancy while adding a touch of luminosity to hair.
Lottie London x Outer Banks The Gold Multi-Purpose Dry Oil
Originally released in collaboration with “Outer Banks” a few years ago, this lightweight oil still earns a place in this round-up. Fast-absorbing and non-greasy with a touch of shimmer, it leaves your skin and hair feeling silky-soft and delicately scented with a dreamy blend of coconut and vanilla.
BYOMA Nourishing Body Oil
The ultimate boost for skin in need of some extra TLC, this antioxidant-rich oil helps brighten the look of uneven tone while supporting the skin barrier. Infused with jojoba and sea buckthorn oils, it quickly absorbs while replenishing moisture and enhancing glow.
COCO & EVE Antioxidant Glow Shimmer Body Oil
Powered by squalane, hemisqualane and antioxidant-rich botanical oils, this nourishing skin enhancer helps moisturize, smooth and enhance natural radiance while leaving behind a lightweight, non-sticky feel.
Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Oil Mist
Dermatologist-recommended and complete with a convenient spray applicator, this lightweight mist makes moisturizing on the go effortless. Enriched with vitamin E as well as oat and jojoba oils, it absorbs quickly to nourish dry, sensitive skin while leaving behind a supple, smooth and oh-so glowy finish.
Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Scented Body Oil
A luxurious addition to any fragrance (or body care) routine, this silky treatment leaves skin with a luminous sheen and an indulgent scent of jasmine, saffron, cedar wood and ambergris. Formulated with argan, sweet almond and apricot kernel oils, it effortlessly melts into the skin while its delicate scent lingers for hours on end.
Moroccanoil Dry Body Oil
Beloved for good reason, this nourishing formula combines argan, olive and avocado oils to deliver a silky touch of hydration and softness. Crafted with Moroccanoil’s signature scent—their classic warm blend of spicy amber and sweet florals—it leaves behind an exotic, indulgent fragrance that we’ve been loving for years.
Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Firmeza Firming & Debloating Body Oil
We love a multi-use product, and this oil takes body care to the next level. Combining firming and smoothing benefits with the brand’s pistachio and salted caramel scent, this luxe formula is powered by caffeine-rich guaraná, microalgae extract and Brazilian olive oil to help refine the look of skin and visibly minimize puffiness.
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Souzan Michael Galway is a beauty editor and copywriter who has spent the last 15 years reporting on the beauty industry. She covers everything from innovative product launches and buzzy new ingredients to how evolving beauty trends reflect what's going on culturally. During her downtime, she can be found playground-hopping with her toddler and golden retriever.
Stephanie Davoli is the editorial assistant at FASHION Magazine. With a passion for all things fashion, beauty and pop culture, she’s inspired by fashion psychology, sustainability and industry innovations. Her previous bylines include The Toronto Star, Chatelaine and The Quality Edit. When she’s not working, you can find her shopping, taking a Pilates class or combing through the Vogue archives.