Luxuriating body moisturisers your skin will thank you for

Body lotions, serums and milks range from regenerative and restorative to the ultra-soothing

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It’s easy to neglect the rest of your body when we’re strapped for time, and even more so when we live in a humid climate that doesn’t leave our skin feeling all that parched. But the reality is that our bodies will need consistent hydration over time.

As we go about our days and our skin’s natural protective barrier weakens from aggressors like pollution and sun damage, our skin has a tougher time staying hydrated and will begin to feel dry or even sensitive, which is when we not only need to rehydrate it, but restore those protective barriers.

To help you out we’ve put together a number of recent body lotions, serums and creams that are all going to get your skin back to an optimum level of hydration.

With an option for every budget and skin type, here are ten body lotions your skin is going to want to drink right up.

Sili Body Lotion, $36, Drunk Elephant from Sephora

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Packed with antioxidants and strengthening amino acids, this body lotion promises long-lasting hydration while protecting against free-radical damage.

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Sensual Bourbon Vanilla Body Lotion, $25, Yves Rocher from Zalora

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This body lotion has organic and fair trade shea butter and bourbon vanilla extract to moisturise skin. It is absorbed into skin easily and is also free of parabens and mineral oil.

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Love Beauty and Planet Murumuru Butter & Rose Body Lotion, $17.45, Love, Beauty and Planet from Amazon

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Rich Amazonian murumuru butter (like coconut oil) deeply nourishes skin while Bulgarian rose petals impart a warm, floral scent which makes you smell good too. The vegan-friendly moisturiser also sinks into skin without a greasy or sticky afterfeel.

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Summer Shine Body Lotion, $17, Mario Badescu from Sephora

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Besides moisturising and nourishing skin with ingredients such as vitamin A, beeswax and peanut oil, this lightweight lotion also imparts a healthy sheen to skin without a greasy or sticky afterfeel.

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Guava Hydrating Body Milk, $60, Kopari from Sephora

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This quick-absorbing body lotion has coconut oil, chamomile, and shea butter to soften and nourish skin.

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The Body Lotion, $165, Augustinus Bader from Sephora

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This moisturising lotion leaves your skin feeling soft and nourished. Formulated with a potent blend of amino acids and vitamins including vitamin E, this lotion locks in moisture and protects skin from premature ageing.

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Rum Body Lotion, $61, Malin + Goetz from Sephora

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Formulated with avocado and grapeseed oils, this body lotion leaves your skin feeling hydrated and nourished. And as its name suggests, the lotion is also scented with the classic dark rum fragrance so you'll smell warm and delicious all day long.

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Beyond Deep Moisture Body Emulsion, $58, The Face Shop

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With rice milk, honey and olive oil, this lightweight body lotion is quickly absorbed into skin to leave it feeling supple and hydrated. The white musk fragrance also has a calming effect on your senses.

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Vinotherapist Hyaluronic Nourishing Body Lotion, $35, Caudalie from Sephora

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The formula includes hyaluronic acid, organic shea butter and antioxidant grapeseed polyphenols in a robust list of ingredients that add up to the product’s good moisturising ability. Skin is deeply nourished and hydrated all day. A plus: It has a non-greasy texture quickly absorbs when massaged into the skin.

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Smoothing AHA Body Lotion, $32, Frank Body from Sephora

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The lotion helps to moisturise and enhances your glow as it contains vitamins C and A. Glycolic and Lactic Acid sloughs away dead skin, while macadamia oil and mango seed butter help to soothe dry, irritated skin.

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