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10 Best Body Oils

These top-rated body oils give soft, hydrated skin sans greasiness
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You might think of body oils as being slick, sticky or heavy. Not so, say our reviewers. They report that they've found body oils that moisturize their dry skin as well as traditional lotions — without staining their clothes or leaving their skin greasy. And indeed, today the best body oils absorb quickly, hydrate even the driest skin and even impart skin with a healthy glow. What's more? Many the top-rated body oils are multipurpose and can be used on dry hair or cuticles as well as skin.

So which body oils deliver the most moisture? Keep reading to check out the ten top-rated body oils.

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Best Body Oil No. 10: L'Occitane Almond Supple Skin Oil, $46
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 8.8*
Why it's great: Readers rave about this product's fast absorption and silky finish. "I love the soft scent!" says one reader. "It soaked into my skin, leaving me soft, smooth, and fresh-smelling."

Another reviewer reveals the product disappeared from her bathroom after her daughter noticed the skin-softening effect it had on her legs. "Can you believe my daughter loved it so much that she stole it?" she writes. "The nerve."

Agree? Disagree? Write your review for L'Occitane Almond Supple Skin Oil here.

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Best Body Oil No. 9: Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula Moisturizing Body Oil, $5.95
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9.0*
Why it's great: "I have used so many oils for my dry skin but this works [best] for me," says one reader. "In fact, one really surprising side effect was my light stretch marks on my thighs are fading."

Other reviewers say they like the product because the oil absorbs quickly into their skin, and it has a sweet fragrance. "I love this oil," one reader raves. "Plus, it smells great and has a great price!"

Agree? Disagree? Write your review for Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula Moisturizing Body Oil here.

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Best Body Oil No. 8: Fresh Sugar Ultra-Nourishing Body Oil, $48
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9.0*
Why it's great: Users rave about the product's "heavenly smell" and non-greasy application. "It is an impressive moisturizer, and I add a bit to my bath if my skin is feeling dry," says one reader. "De-lish." Another reviewer says, "It gives me an added amount of moisture without being greasy -- it's great stuff!"

Agree? Disagree? Write your review for Fresh Sugar Body Oil here.

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Best Body Oil No. 7: Clarins Tonic Body Treatment Oil, $60
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9.1*
Why it's great: Pregnant or not, readers have deep appreciation for this body oil's ability to prevent stretch marks and fight scars. "The oil does more than prevent stretch marks," writes one reviewer. "It tones the skin under the upper arms and helps tighten the skin if you lose weight all over." While the eucalyptus smell was overpowering for some (others love it), readers say the hydrated skin you get in return is well worth it. "The oil moisturizes your skin, leaving it feeling supple," says one user. "A definite must have."

Agree? Disagree? Write your review for Clarins Tonic Body Treatment Oil here.

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BY ALLIE FLINN, JESSICA AMARIS | AUG 24, 2017 | SHARES
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