Body care creams
& lotions

A body lotion is water-based with a light texture, absorbs quickly, and is suited to normal to slightly dry skin or everyday use. A body butter is richer and oil-based, providing a more substantial barrier for very dry, rough or flaky areas such as elbows and heels. Discover the Nutrix Skincare collection of rich, restorative body formulas designed to provide intense nourishment. For most skin types, a lotion is sufficient in summer and a body butter in winter.

Yes, a perfumed body lotion like La Vie Est Belle Body Lotion extends the scent of your matching fragrance throughout the day. Layering the lotion beneath your fragrance creates greater depth and longer-lasting wear, as hydrated skin retains scent molecules for longer than dry skin. Discover all Lancôme Skincare Gift Sets to find gift sets that pair a fragrance with its matching body lotion for a complete, layered scent experience.

Apply body lotion within 2 to 3 minutes of stepping out of the shower, before the skin is fully dry. Slightly damp skin is more permeable and allows the lotion to absorb faster and lock in residual moisture. For very dry areas, apply a second layer on completely dry skin in the evening. Explore Lancôme skincare by skin type to find the most appropriate body care formula for your skin's specific level of dryness.

Hand cream is more targeted than body lotion. Hands are exposed to more frequent washing, detergents and environmental stress, so they require a more concentrated formula. Lancôme Absolue The Hand Cream contains higher concentrations of emollients and protective active ingredients than general body lotions. Explore the full Absolue skincare line to see all the body and hand care products available within this prestige collection.