Collage: Paula Balondo; Source images: Courtesy of brands and editors Save Story Save this story Save Story Save this story You have your facial skin-care routine on lock, but what of body care? Here’s a tip: The best body oils can majorly upgrade your body-care routine, delivering nourishment, radiance, and skin barrier support in one step. Unlike body lotions , which can feel heavy during warmer months or take longer to absorb, body oils seal in moisture and deeply condition with lightweight formulas. And today's options are nothing like the slippery, overly scented oils you might remember from the early 2000s. These are fast-absorbing options that offer everything from subtle shimmer to SPF protection, and you can use them on their own or add a few drops to your favorite daily lotion.
Whether you prefer a soft, dewy finish or full-on editorial gleam, there's a body oil that delivers that just-moisturized sheen (without feeling greasy!) for everyone. Some are subtle and scent-free, perfect for layering under your favorite fragrance. Others are rich with gourmand, beachy, or floral notes that linger like a personal signature. Even the application itself feels like a ritual—slow, intentional, indulgent. Whether you're pressing oil into damp skin post-shower, blending it with lotion, or dabbing a little onto your collarbones before going out, it's a moment of self-care that feels luxurious.
Whether you're looking to firm, hydrate, protect, or simply glow like you just stepped off a beach, keep reading to discover the best body oils that our editors love.
Why we love it: If there’s one body oil you can count on for an all-day, summer glow, it’s OSEA’s Undaria Algae Body Oil. The star ingredient, undaria seaweed, is rich in antioxidants and essential minerals that help replenish the skin’s moisture barrier and improve overall texture. It’s paired with white lupin flower extract to support firmness and elasticity, and passionfruit oil for deep hydration that won’t feel overly heavy or clog pores. The formula melts in like a dream, leaving skin soft and smooth without any greasy residue. One pump goes a long way, and the fresh citrus scent—with notes of grapefruit, lime, and mango mandarin—lingers lightly, leaving you smelling like a vacation in a bottle. For our sensitive-skinned friends, there's a fragrance-free formula that's just as lovely.
Allure c ontributor Jailynn Taylor applying the OSEA Undaria Algae Body Oil
Allure contributing commerce editor Deanna Pai applying the OSEA Undaria Algae Body Oil
Tester feedback from contributor Jailynn Taylor
“I’m officially on my third bottle of OSEA’s Undaria Algae Body Oil, and yes, it’s that good. What I love most is the shine it offers from head to toe. It’s not greasy or glittery, just this subtle, healthy, natural-looking glow. The scent is super light and fresh, so it never competes with my perfume. And it absorbs fast, which is a non-negotiable for me. I use it every day, post-shower, and my skin feels baby soft and stays hydrated all day.” —Jailynn Taylor, contributor
Tester feedback from contributing commerce editor Deanna Pai
“I'm not a diehard body-oil user, but when I'm pregnant, it becomes a must-have. I've been slathering this stuff on my belly, and it's just as good as everyone says. It's rich and viscous in a satisfying way—unlike, say, a dry oil—but sinks in so fast that it has yet to stain any of my clothes. An…