The Top Body Care Products of 2026

      Choosing the right body care products involves a lot of factors, and it can be challenging to decide where to begin. Whether you seek a touch of luxury or something budget-friendly, you're in the right place. We are presenting products in the categories of lotion, exfoliant, self-tanner, deodorant, and body wash that have impressed our testers this year. Check out our curated list of must-have products below.

      **Best Body Sunscreen**

      **COOLA Dew Good Illuminating Body Melt Lotion SPF 40**

      Just in time for summer, this body lotion promotes a radiant glow while being ultra-soft and quickly absorbed by the skin. Enriched with antioxidants and probiotics, it helps maintain a healthy skin barrier and provides a luminous finish. With SPF 40 protection, it's an ideal choice for beach outings.

      **Expert Opinion:** "Sunscreen is crucial, and Coola makes daily application simple. With broad-spectrum SPF 40, it shields against both UVA and UVB rays, resulting in glowing and refreshed skin thanks to light-reflecting mineral pigments. The formula absorbs quickly without leaving a white residue. It's one of my top picks for body sunscreen, especially for summer evenings outdoors." — Sapna Palep, MD, Board-Certified Dermatologist and Co-founder of Journelle Skin

      **Best Body Oil**

      **Phlur Vanilla Skin Body Oil**

      If you're a fan of Phlur's Vanilla Skin Body Mist, you won't want to miss this silky body oil in the same fragrance. We love this product for its rich, delightful vanilla aroma combined with notes of sugar crystals, cashmere wood, and vanilla, but its hydrating properties are what really impress. It includes skin-softening oils like rosehip, castor, and jojoba, enriched with squalane and brightening vitamin C.

      **Best Hand Cream**

      **Chanel La Crème Main**

      This luxurious hand cream is a staple we can't live without. Infused with ingredients derived from camellia flowers, it hydrates hands and cuticles for days without feeling greasy or heavy. Its compact size makes it easy to carry in nearly any bag, ensuring we always have it on hand.

      **Expert Opinion:** "I keep this hand cream with me at all times, especially since my hands regularly come into contact with acetone, filing tools, and water. It’s incredibly hydrating without the greasiness, and it truly feels like a little luxury every time I use it." — Brittney Boyce, Celebrity Nail Artist and Co-founder of Lost Angels

      **Best Deodorant**

      **Cyklar Sacred Santal Mandelic Acid Deodorant**

      The era of deodorants that leave white residue is over. This mandelic acid-based formula is part of a new wave of deodorants that apply completely clear and work effectively every day. It targets odor-causing bacteria while azelaic acid minimizes dark spots, and zinc PCA keeps moisture locked in. If you face issues with razor bumps, this exfoliating formula is just what you need for smoother underarms.

      **Expert Opinion:** "Most 'natural' deodorants either fall short or irritate your underarms with baking soda. This formula uses mandelic acid (an AHA that's antibacterial and gentle) along with efficient ingredients to control odor. No baking soda, no irritation, and no misleading claims about aluminum. This is the science-driven approach to 'natural' deodorants." — Sophie Carbonari, Celebrity Aesthetician

      **Best Exfoliating Body Treatment**

      **Soft Services Buffing Bar**

      This exfoliating bar from Soft Services is unmatched. With microcrystal particles designed to physically exfoliate dry, flaky, or rough skin, it is easy to use and leaves the skin feeling incredibly smooth afterward. Ingredients like glycerin and shea butter provide additional hydration, even following a more intense full-body scrub.

      **Expert Opinion:** "I adore this product! I refer to it as my self-tan eraser because it makes your skin feel rejuvenated. I appreciate that it's a no-mess exfoliator, and the fine crystals effectively remove dead skin." — Lila Childs, Makeup Artist

      **Best Body Wash**

      **Dove Serum+ Radiance Oil Body Wash**

      Dove’s Serum Radiance Oil Body Wash stands out as one of our favorite drugstore products. It delivers rich, long-lasting moisture without leaving a heavy or greasy feeling afterward. Thanks to the inclusion of 50% glycerin serum in its formula, you step out of the shower with unmatched softness and without any weight.

      **Best Body Lotion**

      **Tronque Triple Active Body Milk**

      We are big fans of Tronque’s fantastic range of body care products. This body milk excels at sculpting, firming, tightening, and hydrating all simultaneously. It targets cellulite and excess water retention, enhancing overall skin elasticity and appearance over time. If you