Should a scented or unscented lotion be chosen?

Unscented is a flexible choice when preferences are unknown, while a light scent works well for someone who enjoys fragrance.

When is body lotion usually applied?

Most people apply it right after showering or bathing, while skin is still slightly damp.

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Everyday hydrating body lotion

This essential lotion provides daily moisture for all skin types, leaving skin feeling soft and smooth.

An everyday hydrating body lotion is a light moisturizer used after a shower or bath. It suits almost anyone on the list, from roommates to grandparents, because dry winter air makes a dependable bottle of lotion something people reach for daily.

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Why everyday hydrating body lotion make a good gift

Body lotion gets used up, so it never ends up sitting forgotten in a closet.
Canadian winters and indoor heating make a good moisturizer especially welcome.
It is an easy add-on to a larger bath or spa-themed gift.

What to look for

Decide between scented and fragrance-free based on what the recipient normally uses.
Check the bottle size and whether it has a pump for easy use.
Compare light lotions with thicker creams depending on how dry their skin gets.

Kinds worth searching

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Fragrance-free body lotion
Large pump body lotion
Shea body lotion

Questions people ask

Should a scented or unscented lotion be chosen?: Unscented is a flexible choice when preferences are unknown, while a light scent works well for someone who enjoys fragrance.
When is body lotion usually applied?: Most people apply it right after showering or bathing, while skin is still slightly damp.

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