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I have perpetually dry skin. Unsurprisingly, one of my favorite self-care practices is moisturizing my face.
But even though I slather my face with two different moisturizers every day, I often skip moisturizing the rest of my body. It’s laziness. I know I’m supposed to, but I end up prioritizing my face routine, followed by makeup essentials, and then head out the door.
In the spirit of self-improvement, I’m currently working on upgrading my full body moisturizing routine, and you should too. Why? Our skin barrier weakens as it’s exposed to pollutants and free radicals. Skin that’s dryer and duller makes you look older—and the easiest way to combat this is with a quality, hydrating moisturizer. Moisturizing your whole body makes your skin looks smoother, shinier, plumper, and more attractive overall.
Now that we’ve established the importance of a full body moisturizer, the question is: Which one should you use? Only you can answer that. But in case helpful, I’m vetting a moisturizer that’s definitely worth your time and money: Previa Virtuous Body Lotion ($18).
Perfect for dry skin (but suitable for all skin types TBH), Previa’s intensive body lotion locks in hydration to leave your skin glowing and radiant. It’s formulated with up to 98% natural, skin-loving ingredients, meaning it’s gentle, effective, and less likely to cause irritation and/or allergic reactions. Even the fragrance (eucalyptus, lavender, and geranium) comes from natural essential oils! Using sustainably sourced ingredients is also better for our world and fits with Previa’s eco-conscious philosophy.
Other pros? Despite its rich, ultra-moisturizing formula, Previa Virtuous Body Lotion ($18) is lightweight—not greasy. It absorbs quickly into your skin without leaving behind a gunky, cakey film. It’s perfect for everyday use and its small, compact tube makes it easy to toss into your purse or carry-on when traveling.
Application is super simple. As part of my new routine, I like to apply lotion all over my body every time I get out of the shower. That’s because hot water opens up your pores, so it’s primed for maximum absorption.
Previa is an Italian brand that’s still gaining popularity in the US, but American users already seem to be fans.
On Amazon, one person wrote, “This feels like a luxurious lotion, and is intensely moisturizing. I love that up to 97% of ingredients are of natural origin, and that it uses a vegan formula. … I do like that the fragrance comes from natural essential oils such as eucalyptus, lavender, and geranium. … I’m very impressed with the brand and love the eco-conscious, natural philosophy, with the omission of any harsh chemicals.”
Their only call-outs were the bottle’s smaller size (100ml) and strong fragrance, which may not be a fit for people who like unscented lotions. Fair.
Give it a try—Previa Virtuous Body Lotion ($18) is on my list to buy next!
