Summer always has the habit of creeping up on us. And if your legs and limbs are in need of some hydration as we transition seasons, allow our edit of the best body oils to come to the rescue.
Don’t get us wrong, there’s a special place in our hearts for body lotions too, of course. But when it comes to post-winter skin rehab, a body oil can really work some luxurious magic.
Intense hydration aside, the right formula will rapidly absorb into your skin, which means less downtime before you can get dressed or jump into bed.
But, like all beauty products, not all body oils are built the same. While some will turn you into a shiny, glazed ham, others will leave you with a lightweight, antioxidant-rich, nourishment that works as the perfect alternative or partner to your regular moisturising routine.
Here are our seven fail-safe body oils for a guaranteed glow all year-round.
The top body oils for summer in Australia
Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Tahitian Vanilla Moisture Drench Body Oil
from $20.99 at Chemist Warehouse
Transport yourself to a distant tropical locale with Palmer’s Tahitian vanilla-infused body oil. It’s comfortably lightweight, but it’s also deeply moisturising thanks to the inclusion of nourishing shea and sweet almond oil.
Review:
“I’m going to start off by saying that the scent of the Palmer’s Tahitian Vanilla Moisture Drench Body Oil that beautyheaven sent me in the recent discovery bag is delicious. It smells like warm gooey caramel baked goodies. It comes in a plastic pump bottle. The pump can be turned into a lock position. It leaves my skin feeling lovely and soft and the scent, while yummy, is not overpowering.” — Okatko, bh member
Read more Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Tahitian Vanilla Moisture Drench Body Oil reviews…
Key features:
Contains shea, sweet almond oil and rich Tahitian vanilla
Leaves skin feeling silky and soft
Hydrates skin
Soothes and protects
Available at:
- $20.99 from Chemist Warehouse
Bangn Body Firming Oil
from $68 at Bangn Body
Infused with a blend of pineapple fruit, macadamia seed, avocado, coffee seed, olive fruit, jojoba seed, sunflower seed, and soybean oils, this firming body oil improves the overall appearance of skin with continued use.
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Key features:
Available in pineapple or fragrance free
Non-greasy and fast absorbing
Infused with pineapple fruit, macadamia seed, avocado, coffee seed, olive fruit, jojoba seed, sunflower seed, and soybean oils
Improves the appearance of skin
Firms skin
Available at:
- $68 from Bangn Body
Garden of Wellness Lemon Zest Body Oil
from $33.60 at Chemist Warehouse
This Australian lemon myrtle oil enriched body treatment contains 99 per cent naturally derived ingredients, so it’s perfect if you’re mindful about the ingredients in your beauty products.
Review:
“Okay wow! I received this body oil a while ago now and have been using it after every shower and wow! My skin has never felt so soft in my life! I haven’t had any issues at all with it. Also I have a bit of loose skin on my stomach which seems to be appearing a bit better than usual since I have started using this oil! The packaging is also top notch. I wasn’t expecting a proper glass bottle, but that’s what I got!” — dizzykins, bh member
Read more Garden of Wellness Lemon Zest Body Oil reviews…
Key features:
Enriched with Australian grown lemon myrtle oil
Fast-absorbing with a non-greasy finish
Moisturises, restores and refreshes skin
Contains 99 per cent naturally derived ingredients
Available at:
- $33.60 from Chemist Warehouse
Bioderma Atoderm Dry-Touch 2-in-1 Oil
from $41.24 at Adore Beauty
Tackle two birds with one stone with this two in one dry oil formula. It contains a blend of jojoba and karanja oils, ceramide 3, squalane and AHA malic acid ester, which smooth and strengthen rough, dry and scaly skin.
Review:
“I recently tried BIODERMA Atoderm 2-in-1, body oil, and I must say, I’m very impressed with the results. The oil has a lovely, light fragrance and absorbs quickly into the skin without leaving any greasy residue. After using it for a few weeks, I’ve noticed that my skin feels much softer and more hydrated. I also love how a little bit of the oil goes a long way, so the bottle lasts a long time. I would definitely recommend this body oil to anyone looking for a luxurious and effective moisturizing product.” — Omyara, bh member
Read more Bioderma Atoderm Dry-Touch 2-in-1 Oil revews…
Key feature:
Two in one formula moisturises and gently exfoliates
Enriched with jojoba and karanja oils, ceramide 3, squalane and AHA malic acid ester
Smooths and strengthens rough, dry and scaly skin
Non-greasy and non-sticky
Available at:
- $41.24 from Adore Beauty
- $41.39 from Chemist Warehouse
Weleda Regenerating Body Oil Pomegranate
from $34.95 at Mr. Vitamins
This multipurpose regenerating body oil can be massaged into skin after the shower or added to a bath to get the most out of the pomegranate, and jojoba, sesame and macadamia oil enriched formula.
Review:
“I’ve been using the Weleda Regenerating Body Oil in Pomegranate and it has become one of my favourite self-care indulgences. The scent is absolutely beautiful, with a warm and slightly fruity aroma that feels grounding and uplifting at the same time. The oil absorbs quickly into my skin without leaving a greasy residue, and I’ve noticed a real improvement in softness and elasticity, especially on drier areas like my elbows and legs. It feels deeply nourishing and luxurious, and I love that it’s packed with natural ingredients like organic pomegranate seed oil, macadamia and jojoba. The glass bottle adds a touch of elegance to my bathroom shelf, and just a few drops go a long way, so it lasts for ages. I always reach for it after a shower when my skin is still slightly damp and it locks in moisture beautifully. It’s become a ritual I genuinely look forward to.” — Jemma128, bh member
Read more Weleda Regenerating Body Oil Pomegranate reviews…
Key feature:
Enriched pomegranate, and jojoba, sesame and macadamia oils
Orange, davana and vanilla fragrance
Can be used as a post-shower massage treatment
Add a capful or two into bath water
Available at:
- $34.95 from Mr. Vitamins
- $37.95 from The Iconic
- $37.95 from David Jones
esmi Skin Minerals Golden Glow Illumination Body Oil
from $79 at esmi Skin Minerals
Fake a bronzed glow with this subtle golden illuminating oil from esmi. It’s enriched with fast-absorbing, non-greasy and lightweight coconut, papaya, and cranberry seed oils, and boasts a delicate spiced caramel scent.
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Key features:
Contains coconut, papaya, and cranberry seed oils
Delicate spiced caramel scent
Fast-absorbing, non-greasy and lightweight
Infused with a subtle golden shimmer
Available at:
- $79 from esmi Skin Minerals
Bio-Oil Skincare Oil Natural
from $24.99 at Chemist Warehouse
The body oil of choice for those seeking to improve the overall appearance of their skin before summer hits, Bio-Oil contains 100 per cent natural ingredients, including a blend of 14 natural oils, botanical extracts and vitamin-rich ingredients.
Review:
“I love that it contains 100% natural ingredients which is a blend of different skin loving oils. I was super keen to try this skin oil on my stretch marks which developed during my pregnancy. This skin oil is so easy to use and apply. It is a lightweight formula that is quickly and easily absorbed. It has a pleasant mild natural scent. My skin just loves this oil. It delivers instant hydration and nourishment. Mixing this oil with my regular moisturiser works really well too for an added boost of hydration. After using this skin oil for a number of weeks now my skin feels softer, smoother and more hydrated. I have seen my stretch marks starting to fade and become less noticeable which is a huge bonus for me.” — Chickybabe1, bh member
Read more Bio-Oil Skincare Oil Natural reviews…
Key features:
Formulated with 100 per cent natural ingredients
Lightweight and easily absorbed
Contains a blend of 14 natural oils, botanical extracts and vitamin-rich ingredients
Improves the appearance of skin
Available at:
- $24.99 from Chemist Warehouse
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Do you use a body oil? If so, which is your favourite?
Love adding mica to body oil, for glowy shimmer summer look =D
Ohhhh I love a body oil especially in summer … Light weight…also good to wash skin in too. … Haven’t heard of some of these so need to look
I love the Palmer’s one.
Weleda make lovely body oils, some include Birch Cellulite Oil
Arnica Massage Oil
Lavender Relaxing Body Oil
Wild Rose Body Oil
Pomegranate Regenerating Body Oil
Sea Buckthorn Body Oil
Can get them in kits and they make good pressies
I love them too!
Really great read
Love the neutropenia body oil. I have purchased a few times
Great to come across other body oils. Just purchased my 2nd bottle of Neutrogena body oil, been happy with this product.
Have tried a few of these products but like to keep an eye on others that I might like to try
I love the Palmer’s oil.
I’ve been using Bio Oil as I got it from here. It’s okay, I prefer a lotion though.
ooh so many good ones – but the dermalume one is standing out to me
I prefer body lotions, they just feel richer and more moisturising on my dry skin.
Palmers is always the one for me, beautiful
I am not keen on the cocoa smell of Palmers but the rest I would be happy to try.
I do agree, not sure I want to smell like cocoa.
The Palmer’s Tahitian vanilla body oil sounds nice
Bioderma and Bio Oil are amazing.
Love the shape of the Bangin Body oil – good if your hands are slippery.
Yes that is a consideration I must say
I use more body lotions than oils, but I’ve used the Bioderma body oil.
Must say I prefer lotions to oils. Always think the oils seemed greasy.
they look gorgeous but if its hot they rae too greasy on my skin even at night
Yes, that’s my concern, too.
Keen to try the Palmer’s and the Bioderma (didn’t realise this had fragrance).
I would love to try Palmer’s.
Bio Oil was just so good for scar reduction, though it needs consistent use for a few months.
I’ve just got a bottle of the Palmers so i hope i love it
The Weleda Regenerating Body Oil Pomegranate looks so bright and clean. Love the red and green.
I want to try the Palmer’s but worry about the fragrance. I don’t want overpowering vanilla like Sol de Janeiro – it’s gross.
I got to try the Palmer’s one in a Discovery bag from Bh and am obsessed!
I love body oils
The Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Tahitian Vanilla Moisture Drench Body Oil is such a lovely looking bottle it temps one to buy.
Obsessed with the Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Tahitian Vanilla Moisture Drench Body Oil 🥥🌴
Do like the look of the Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Tahitian Vanilla Moisture Drench Body Oil but dont really like Oil.