The skin on the body is lower stakes than the skin on our face, but it’s still worth finding an oil blend that works for your concerns. Facialist and aesthetician Melanie Grant breaks down a few common oils for us: Neutrogena ® T/Gel ® everyday range of shampoos are specially designed to help clear your dandruff from first use, and with daily use go on working to keep your scalp flake-free. For me, I want to get something that will give me multiple benefits like my lotions,” Jones says. “But, I really like to see an oil that has antioxidants. [They] protect the skin from free radicals, which [can] further damage and age your skin. I would say most people are not putting sunscreen on their bodies every day so, if they have body oil with antioxidants that is the next best thing. Look for these ingredients specifically: Jojoba oil, apricot seed oil, meadowfoam oil, sweet almond, apricot kernel, and hemp seed.” And she goes on to suggest avoiding “coconut oils on the skin” as the molecules are too large to penetrate the skin and are often comedogenic.

If body oils are not yet a part of your daily skincare routine, we suggest changing that sooner rather than later. We’re not saying you should eliminate lotions and creams from your line-up entirely, but rather that oil can be an excellent and useful addition and/or occasional substitute in your moisturizing M.O. “Lotions are formulated to hydrate, moisturize and sometimes heal the skin,” explains New York-based esthetician, Drew Jones. “But, I find using body oil enhances [these] results. I like to tell my clients it seals the deal. After applying, the skin will become more supple and just look better, [overall]. There’s so much emphasis on taking care of the face that clients often forget their body skin is just as important.” Olive oil contains vitamins A, D, K, and E, as well as naturally occurring squalane that seals in hydration and prevents trans-epidermal water loss. It's best used for normal to dry and dehydrated skins. Oui the People Hydrating Body Gloss offers a generous dose of squalane.

Drew Jones is a New York-based skin expert who has trained at the Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute and works at Heyday as an esthetician. What to Look For When Buying a Body Oil Texture Choose something that appeals to your senses or suits your mood. Similarly, you could try a zingy citrus blend during the day, and something soothing (like lavender) at night. The Neutrogena ® Norwegian Formula range was inspired by the harsh climate of Scandinavia and provides solutions for dry and chapped skin on both hand and body. Often, one of the best things about applying body oil is the beautiful scent. Everyday Oil Mainstay has an unscented version, but if you like a more full-bodied fragrance, consider something like Chanel's Coco Mademoiselle Body Oil.

Almond oil is often praised for its vitamin E content and deeply moisturizing properties, so it’s best suited to dry and dehydrated skin types. It's a great carrier for your favorite essential oils, too. Rosehip oil is rich in essential fatty acids as well as vitamins A and C, making it a great option for preventing and treating scars, tightening pores, and promoting collagen synthesis in the skin. Mutha Body Oil is your best bet if you're a fan of rosehip.