"Body Conditioner" Is Our New Favorite Shower Staple

Much like the hair conditioners, Camp suggests that body conditioners should be the last step in your bathing routine. "Body conditioners are a last step in your bathing routine," he says. "Depending on the product, the body conditioner may be applied while the water is still running, or just after you've turned it off. The idea behind this is to 'top off' your skin by trapping as much water into the top layer of your skin as possible."

And yes, a quick rinse after you've applied the product can definitely suffice. However, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Robin Evans, MD, advises leaving the conditioner onto your skin for a few minutes for best results.

"The products are best applied toward the end of the shower with a very quick rinse to ensure the most absorption," Evans said. "Try to keep them on the skin for a few minutes before rinsing off again for the best absorption."

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