Frequently Asked Questions
Body lotion for dry skin
Body lotions are one of the most affordable ways to keep skin hydrated, nourished, and healthy. Body lotion should be part of everyone's post-bath beauty regime! It is a great skincare product for all skin types and also the easiest way to indulge in an at-home spa. Applying body lotion on damp skin seals the moisture into the skin to prevent it from drying. It also softens rough heels, elbows, legs and all other body parts. Using an expert-recommended body lotion works amazingly on scaly, dehydrated skin that feels rough and does not look appealing. Foot creams and hand creams are formulated especially for skin concerns on these specific body parts like foot creams address corns, calluses and cracked heel conditions.
What is a Body Lotion?
Body lotion is a creamy skincare product that is used all over the body. These lotions provide the skin with the daily requirement of hydration and nourishment. Body lotions basically stop the natural moisture from leaving your skin and absorb more moisture to keep the skin soft, smooth, and hydrated.
Compared with face moisturizers, body lotions for dry skin are thick and provide the perfect nourishment body skin needs. Some lotions are manufactured with skincare actives to address concerns like wrinkles, dryness, keratosis pilaris, and more.
Why does our skin experience dryness?
There are various reasons that make our skin prone to dryness. Here are some of the most common reasons:
- Season- Change in season causes dryness. In winter, cold air and wind make our skin prone to dryness, itching, and chapped lips. Taking a hot water shower or sitting near heaters for a long period can also cause dryness of the skin. High temperatures and UV light during the summer season also cause our skin to lose hydration and become dry, stretchy, and itchy.
- Inadequate water intake- Not drinking enough water every day leads to dehydration which makes our skin to dry out.
- Medicines- Some medicines reduce the moisture level in the body. In that case, it is better to consult your doctor before using any product.
- Lifestyle- Certain habits and stress also impact our skin type.
Which is the best body lotion for dry skin?
Oatsilk Body Lotion is the best body lotion for the winter season. Oatsilk body lotion is an especially formulated body lotion for dry skin that can also be used on normal, combination and sensitive skin. Designed with the Triple Oat Complex, Shea butter, Linolenic acid, and Sodium PCA to give 24-hour moisturization and protection for the skin. And Bio-Retinol Body Lotion provides anti-ageing effects as it is infused with potent actives that help generate new skin cells to the surface while encouraging new collagen growth over time.
Benefits of using this body lotion for winter
- Locks in moisture: Heaters & hot showers strip off moisture from our body. Applying body lotion replenishes moisture levels, so our skin stays soft and balanced.
- Supports the skin barrier: Aggressive body wash and soaps can weaken our skin’s barrier. Body lotions nourish and firm and add strength back to the skin.
- Comforts dry, itchy skin: Body lotions relieve itching and discomfort caused by dryness.
- Treats Keratosis Pilaris & Seborrheic Dermatitis: Enriched with all soothing skincare solution- colloidal oatmeal, linoleic acid, sodium PCA and shea butter, Oatsilk Body lotion is highly suitable for people dealing with Keratosis Pilaris and Seborrheic Dermatitis. It provides anti-inflammatory, moisturizing and healing support.
- Keeps skin supple: Skincare ingredients present in body lotions slow down skin sagging; hence your skin feels young and soft.
How To Choose the Best Body Lotion?
The right breakfast makes your skin look and feels good, but the question arises, how to choose the best body lotion?
To choose the best body lotion, keep your skin type in mind. If you have dry skin, choose thick, heavy body lotions that have ingredients like hyaluronic acid, glycerine, and urea. Use lightweight, oil-free body lotions if you have normal or combination skin. As they don’t clog pores, these body lotions are also suitable for oily skin. When it comes to looking out for body lotions for sensitive skin, go for products that do not have fragrance, as they may cause irritation. If you have ageing skin, use retinol-based body lotion. FCL Bio-Retinol Body Lotion is a plant-based retinol body lotion that suits all skin types and addresses concerns like wrinkles, fine lines, pigmented skin, and saggy skin and also helps manage Keratosis Pilaris.
Which body lotion is best?
Choose Oat silk body lotion if you have dry, combination, or oily skin. If you have ageing skin, you can choose Bio-Retinol body lotion. Both body lotions provide intense hydration.
Can we apply body lotion on the face?
Yes, Oat silk body lotion can be used on the face but do not use retinol body lotion on the face.
Which body lotion is best for summers?
Both body lotions can be used around the year.
Which body lotion is best for winter?
Both lotions are suitable to use in winter season.
Which body lotions is best in India?
FCL Body lotions are best because they are sulphate-free, paraben-free and pH-balanced.
How to apply body lotion for men and body lotion for women?
Take out a dollop of body lotion on your hand, rub your palms together and massage it on your body in circular motions. Do not miss your feet.
What is FCL Oat silk body lotion price?
Oat silk body lotions are available in two quantities. 200 ml is priced at Rs. 995 and 400 ml is priced at Rs. 1850.
What is FCL Bio-Retinol Body lotion price?
Bio-Retinol Body Lotion is priced at Rs. 1450.
Which is the best body lotion for dry skin in India?
FCL Oat silk body lotion is the best body lotion for dry skin in India because it is powered with oatmeal and shea butter.
Should I use body lotion every day?
Absolutely yes, it helps protect the skin’s moisture barrier from environmental damage.
Oatsilk Body Lotion
₹ 995
