15 Best Body Oils for Dry Skin in 2024

Best Body Oil for Scars

Bio-Oil Skincare Body Oil

Pros

• Great for sensitive skin
• Versatile

Over 61,000 Amazon shoppers swear by this best-selling oil to minimize the appearance of scars and stretch marks while boosting skin's moisture. Its vegan formula is powered by vitamin E, with a noncomedogenic formula that's safe to use on the face and body.

One satisfied customer writes: "Bio Oil is nothing short of a miracle product. I used it during and after two pregnancies, and the results were truly astonishing. Not only does it feel incredibly luxurious on the skin, but it also delivered on its promise of preventing stretch marks. My skin remained smooth and supple throughout both pregnancies, and I'm proud to say I have zero stretch marks to show for it." —Batul

Best Body Oil for Sensitive Skin

Avène Body Skin Care Oil

Pros

• Versatile
• Lightweight

This plant-based body oil softens dry skin using many of the same ingredients as Avène's coveted Thermal Spring Water facial mist. Did we mention it also works to replenish your hair and face, too?

One satisfied customer writes: "I don’t know where to start, a little goes a long way. It sprays on light and covers well. So easy to hydrate your skin by just spritzing it on after a shower. You can also spray your hair, face and body. This may be my go to from now on. So glad l found this!" —Karen

Best Fragrance-Free Body Oil

Nécessaire The Body Oil

Pros

• Ideal for sensitive skin

Ideal for those with sensitive skin, this popular hypoallergenic and dermatologist-tested oil will likely become a staple in your daily beauty rotation. And since it's also fragrance-free, you'll never have to worry about the essential competing with your favorite perfume.

One satisfied customer writes: "Perfect body oil. Doesn’t transfer to clothes and works well with other products!" —Andrea C.

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Most Nourishing Body Oil

Augustinus Bader The Body Oil

Pros

• Absorbs quickly

Fans of Augustinus Bader's culty face products will love using this fast-absorbing body oil. It incorporates the same TFC8 complex that's found in the brand's beloved Serum, Eye Cream, and Ultimate Soothing Cream.

One satisfied customer writes: "This oil combined with body brushing, just wow!! Skin firmer, younger looking, and reduced cellulite. This works." —Glynis S.

Best Body Oil for Glow

Alo Head-to-Toe Glow Oil

Pros

• Versatile
• Lightweight

You can literally apply this glow-giving oil from head-to-toe, since its botanical-rich formula works for your hair, face, and body. We're betting it will quickly become one of your favorite multitasking products to use after a bath or shower.

Best Scented Body Oil

Ellis Brooklyn Salt Soothing Scented Body Oil

Pros

• Lightweight

Cons

• Scent may be off-putting to some

Anyone who counts themselves as an Ellis Brooklyn fan should add this body oil from the brand to their layering rotation immediately. It contains fragrant notes of ylang-ylang and Tahitian tiaré for a long-lasting, all day scent.

One satisfied customer writes: "Smells amazing...like you just spent the day at a beach spa!" —BeyaBeyaBeya

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Best Dry Body Oil

Glossier Body Hero Dry-Touch Oil Mist

Pros

• Nongreasy

You don't have to worry about oily fingertips while applying this oil from Glossier. Not only does it come in a handy spray bottle for targeted application, but it also leaves behind a dry finish.

One satisfied customer writes: "I love using fresh out of the shower. Silky and voluptuous!" —LaDawnya B.

Best Body Oil for Self-Care

Keys Soulcare Sacred Body Oil with Marula Oil

Pros

• Celebrity-approved

Here's another body oil that makes it easy to target specific dry spots, since it contains a built-in dropper. The body oil also includes a grounding affirmation that makes its application process that much more intentional.

One satisfied customer writes: "I love the scent and the luxurious feeling of wearing this product. Shipping was fast, and the products were well contained. My skin feels amazing! Will definitely be restocking in the future. One thing I would like to add, is a larger bottle size would be fantastic!!!" —Lisa D.

Best Body Oil with SPF

Supergoop! Glow Oil SPF 50

Supergoop's Glow Oil combines the benefits of broad-spectrum SPF 50 and body oil into one, without leaving your arms and legs feeling greasy. And in addition to being a great hydrator, the oil is also among our top recommendations for those who don't like the feeling of wearing traditional sunscreen.

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Best Aromatherapy Body Oil

Osea Undaria Algae Body Oil

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This artisanal, seaweed-infused body oil takes up to six months to create, and has a calming, aromatherapy-inspired scent to keep you relaxed as you apply it.

One satisfied customer writes: "I love this oil, my skin looks so much better, including my décolleté and neck area, plus it smells wonderful." —Mary

Best Fast-Absorbing Oil

Tata Harper Revitalizing Body Oil

Pros

• Antioxidant-rich

Here's a restorative oil beauty enthusiasts are raving about, from the skin experts at Tata Harper. It features a blend of skin-evening and texture-smoothing primrose and camellia oils for instant rejuvenation.

One satisfied customer writes: "Love the scent and light texture of this all natural oil. It's super indulgent to put on after a shower. Goes on light, not greasy and totally revitalizes. It's like a mini spa experience. It's part of my holy-grail collection." —annaa22

Best Illuminating Body Oil

Summer Fridays Pool Time Glowing Body Oil

Pros

• Vegan

Cons

• Subtle coconut and vanilla blossom scent may be off-putting to some

Consider this body oil your next vacation accessory must-have. Its shimmery formula uses macadamia, jojoba, apricot kernel, and sunflower oils to deliver supreme moisture—while poolside or otherwise.

One satisfied customer writes: "The best product ever. My skin was glowing like never before. And my tan looked so good. A must for your vacation. In love." —Is

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Best Multi-Tasking Body Oil

Ouai Rose Hair & Body Oil

Pros

• Color-safe

Cons

• Subtle scent may be off-putting to some

Ouai's quick-absorbing staple is ideal for moisturizing both your hair and body, and uses a combination of rose hip, absinthium, and shea oils to hydrate. It also nicely features the brand's coveted rose, bergamot, and lychee-noted Melrose Place scent.

One satisfied customer writes: "I love this oil for my body so much! It's very lightweight yet simultaneously deeply moisturizing." —Bela

Best In-Shower Body Oil

Kopari Sudsy Shower Oil

Pros

• Versatile

Cons

• Subtle coconut scent may be off-putting to some

To save time getting ready, reach for this body oil from Kopari, which is convenient made to use in the shower. It seamlessly transitions from an oil to a milk for a robust lather that leaves your skin supremely hydrated.

One satisfied customer writes: "I bought this product to help fight dry winter skin. It is moisturizing, it leaves a light oil on the skin and I just love the scent." —Jill O.

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Tiffany Dodson is currently the associate beauty commerce editor at Harper’s Bazaar, where she specializes in trend forecasting, building relationships with major and emerging brands, and crafting shopping stories—from holiday gift guides to product road tests. Tiffany's work has previously been featured in outlets like SELF, Bustle, and Teen Vogue, and she's been quoted as a commerce and beauty expert in publications and platforms like The Business of Fashion and NPR’s Life Kit podcast.

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