Her World Beauty Awards 2024: 9 best body washes and lotions, according to dermatologists and editors 

#1 Best body wash for all skin types: Urban Jungle Grime Fighter Exfoliating Body Wash, $32

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What It Is A two-in-one body wash that cleanses and gently exfoliates for smoother, softer skin, from top to toe. It’s packed with apricot oil and lactic acid to eliminate the build-up of dead skin cells while nourishing the skin and even reducing the appearance of lines and blemishes. 

“Skin feels brighter and smoother after use, and soft as butter too.” — Ray Christian Ticsay, senior art director, Her World Singapore

#2 Best body wash - clean beauty: Rituals Amsterdam Collection Foaming Shower Gel, $20

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What It Is Produces a rich and satisfying lather that effectively whisks away the day’s grime. And with its Japanese yuzu and Dutch tulip scent, it instantly transforms shower time into a relaxing day at the spa. 

“Love the rich foam so much – it left my skin feeling so soft and smooth.” — Adeline Eng, art director, Her World Singapore 

#3 Readers’ Choice Best: Best bath & body care: Sigi Skin Calming Breeze Body Wash, $49

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What It Is A body wash that combines a blend of vegan ingredients like alfalfa, verbascosid, rice extract, ceramides and glycerin to gently and effectively cleanse the skin while creating a luxurious spa-like experience. It’s suitable for all skin types including sensitive and eczema-prone skin.

“After two days of use, the redness from the acne on my body went down and it left my skin softer too.” — Adeline Eng, art director, Her World Singapore

#4 Best body lotion for all skin types: Rare Beauty Find Comfort Hydrating Body Lotion, $48

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What It Is Infused with vitamins and antioxidants such as niacinamide, peach flower and ashwaganda extracts to nourish, soothe and hydrate the skin. Its lightweight, non-greasy finish also makes this great for Singapore’s humidity. 

“Doesn’t leave my skin feeling sticky or oily after application. In fact, I use it at night and my skin still feels moisturised the next day!” — Tay Ying, actress

#5 Best body oil: Augustinus Bader The Body Oil, $167

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What It Is Enriched with the brand’s iconic TFC8 complex along with nourishing plant-based actives – olive fruit, argan and squalane – this lightweight oil instantly and intensely hydrates parched skin. More importantly, it doesn’t leave skin feeling tacky or greasy. 
 
“I loved the texture. Despite being a body oil, it absorbed quickly and my skin felt soft and moisturised. In fact, my skin was not only well-hydrated, it was also glowing!” — Dr Lee Hwee Chyen, consultant dermatologist and medical director, Epi Dermatology & Laser Specialist Clinic

#6 Best body dry oil: Neal’s Yard Remedies Wild Rose Dry Oil Spray, $66

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What It Is Using certified organic wild rosehip seed oil paired with naturally derived olive leaf extracts, this body oil addresses dryness while replenishing the skin, leaving it smooth and supple for up to 24 hours. And because it’s a dry oil, it leaves skin with a healthy, lit-from-within glow. 

“My skin really felt and looked smoother and softer instantly, and actually continued to stay that way for the next few nights of application. And above all, the scent is so nice!” — Dr Lee Hwee Chyen, consultant dermatologist and medical director, Epi Dermatology & Laser Specialist Clinic

#7 Best body cream: Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream, from $35

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What It Is: A deliciously scented (notes of pistachio, salted caramel and vanilla) body cream to help perk up your bottom. It uses caffeine-rich Guarana extract to visibly smooth and tighten the appearance of the skin and Cupuacu butter and Brazil nut oil to deliver deep hydration for a silky, soft feeling.  

“I love this! I actually received a tub of it earlier and have been using it since. I even use it for my other dry areas like my elbows.” — Lim Xixi, actress-host 

#8 Best hand cream: Aromatica Hand Creams, $20

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What It Is Say goodbye to dry, chapped hands with this nourishing hand cream. Available in four comforting scents: neroli & patchouli, lavender & marjoram, magnolia & sandalwood, and basil & bergamot. Each is packed with botanical extracts to soothe, hydrate and protect the skin, leaving your hands feeling softer and smoother. 

“I’m sold by the aromatic scent. It’s very calming.” — Sha Shamsi, makeup artist 

#9 Best body lotion for dry/sensitive skin: Cetaphil PRO AD Derma Skin Restoring Moisturizer, $50.85

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What It Is Relieve dry, itchy and irritated skin with this intensive dermatologist-tested moisturising lotion. The secret lies in  a unique combination of ingredients to build skin resilience such as Ad-Resyl to balance the skin microbiome coupled with filaggrin technology to increase skin hydration and ceramides to fortify the skin barrier. It’s gentle enough for eczema-prone skin and is even suitable for infants. 

“It might initially feel heavy, but it absorbs well and feels light on the skin. I used it overnight and it helped with my skin feeling moisturised in the morning.” — Dr Rachel Ho, aesthetic doctor, La Clinic