Moisturizing care

Body lotion and body milk such as the Coffea Arabica Body Milk have a lighter, more water-rich texture, absorb quickly, and are especially well suited to normal to slightly dry skin as well as daily use, without feeling heavy. Body butter, such as the Body Butter with Shea Butter or Puremetics's Bodywhip creams, is noticeably richer and higher in fat content, absorbing a bit more slowly as a result, but providing more intense, longer-lasting moisture for very dry, rough, or especially stressed skin areas. Gel creams such as the Intensive Gel Cream for Very Dry Skin combine lighter application with intensive effect and work well for people who prefer rich care without a greasy film. For normal skin and in summer, it's best to reach for lotion or body milk; for very dry skin or in winter, switching to a richer body butter is worthwhile. Many people combine both: a lighter lotion for the whole body, body butter specifically for especially dry spots such as elbows, knees, or heels.

The best time is right after showering or bathing, while the skin is still slightly damp, since moisturizing care absorbs especially well then and also locks the remaining moisture into the skin. Just pat yourself lightly dry after showering rather than rubbing your skin completely dry, and apply the care within a few minutes to make the most of this effect. Distribute lotion or cream in long, sweeping motions from bottom to top, which also supports circulation and lymph flow in the legs. For very dry spots such as elbows, knees, or heels, a second, more concentrated layer with a richer body butter is worth it. If you tend toward dry skin during the day, you can also keep a small amount of light lotion on hand to reapply as needed in between, for example on your hands or forearms.

Yes, in a wide selection: avril offers the Body Butter with Shea Butter with certified organic ingredients, and cmd Naturkosmetik carries several natural options such as the Coffea Arabica Body Milk, the Royale Essence Restorative Cream, and the Black Cumin Oil Skin Balm. Puremetics rounds out the natural segment with the Bodywhip creams and the SOS Balm Vitamin E for targeted intensive care. Newwell is positioned as attractively priced and also vegan formulated, for example with the Prebiotic Care Cream or the Illuminating Serum. GEODERM and Uoga Uoga further round out the natural cosmetics offering. These products are generally clearly labeled 'organic' or 'natural' and avoid animal-derived ingredients.

Ceramides, as found in CeraVe's Moisturizing Cream for Face and Body for Dry Skin, are natural components of the skin barrier and help specifically rebuild it and reduce moisture loss. Urea additionally binds moisture in the upper skin layers and is frequently used in creams for very dry, flaky skin. Shea butter and other plant-based fats, such as in avril's Body Butter, form a protective film on the skin and prevent additional moisture loss, especially in cold or windy weather. Hyaluronic acid, as in Bioderma's Hyaluronic Moisturizing Serum, binds many times its own weight in water and works well in combination with a richer cream that then seals in this moisture. For very dry skin, a combination of several of these active ingredients is often worth it rather than focusing on just one.

For blemish-prone skin, Bioderma's Moisturizing Cream for Blemish-Prone Skin or La Roche-Posay's Anti-Blemish Care against pimples and acne works especially well, since both provide moisture without additionally clogging pores. For sensitive skin, CeraVe's Moisturizing Lotion for Dry and Sensitive Skin or La Roche-Posay's Moisturizing Facial Cream for Sensitive Skin are worth it, both of which avoid fragrances and many irritants. For very dry skin, richer formulas such as Bioderma's Ultra-Nourishing Body Cream or the Intensive Gel Cream for Very Dry Skin are the right choice. If you also want to rely on natural cosmetics, avril's Body Butter or cmd Naturkosmetik's Black Cumin Oil Skin Balm are mild, nourishing alternatives. For persistent skin problems despite suitable care, we also recommend consulting a dermatologist.

Yes, that's definitely worth it: in summer, with higher temperatures and more sweating, lighter textures such as body lotion or body milk work better, since they absorb faster and don't additionally weigh down the skin. In winter, on the other hand, skin noticeably loses more moisture due to dry heating air and cold wind, which is why switching to a richer body butter or gel cream is worth it, to further support the skin barrier. Especially stressed areas such as hands, which are more often directly exposed to the cold in winter, benefit from additional, targeted care from our Hand & Foot Care category. After intense sun exposure in summer, a soothing, moisturizing after-sun product also helps. Using the same cream year-round isn't fundamentally wrong, but you may be missing out on care potential that would be better matched to the respective season.

For the whole body, an amount of about two to three tablespoons of lotion or cream is generally enough; many people apply noticeably less in everyday life and therefore don't achieve sufficient care effect. For especially dry spots such as elbows, knees, or heels, you can apply more generously and massage the cream in a bit longer, until it's fully absorbed. Rich body butter usually takes a bit longer to fully absorb than lighter lotion; plan for a few minutes before getting dressed, to avoid stains on your clothing. For very dry skin, it can make sense to apply cream morning and evening rather than just once a day, especially during the winter months. Pay less attention to the exact amount and more to how your skin feels: if the cream absorbs completely and your skin feels smooth rather than greasy, you've found the right amount.

Dermocosmetic brands such as Bioderma, La Roche-Posay, and CeraVe stand out with clinically tested formulas specifically tailored to skin problems such as dryness, sensitivity, or blemishes, with actives such as ceramides or urea. Natural cosmetics brands such as avril, cmd Naturkosmetik, and Puremetics, by contrast, rely on plant-based fats such as shea butter, certified organic formulas, and appealing scents. Newwell covers a wide range, vegan and at an attractive price. Which direction suits you best depends on whether you want to medically treat a specific skin problem or would rather rely on certified natural cosmetics or an attractively priced range.