Body Butters & Creams

Explore Body Butters at The Body Shop

The Body Shop body butters are rich moisturisers created to care for dry or dehydrated skin. Each formula blends plant oils and butters that help soften rough areas and lock in lasting hydration. Ingredients such as Community Fair Trade shea butter from Tamale, Ghana and cocoa butter from smallholder farmers in Ghana are known for their ability to smooth and condition skin, making our body butters one of the best-loved products in our entire body care range. 

What is body butter and how is it different from body cream?

Body butter is a thick moisturiser designed to deliver deeper hydration than most body creams or lotions. The Body Shop body butters use plant oils and natural butters that create a rich texture which coats the skin and helps reduce moisture loss.

Body creams and lotions are usually lighter. They absorb quickly and are often preferred for daytime use or warm climates. Body butter is often chosen when skin is very dry or when a more intensive moisturiser is needed after bathing or exfoliating.

When should you use body butter?

Body butter works best when applied after bathing or showering. Warm skin absorbs moisturising ingredients more easily, helping plant butters and botanical oils spread smoothly across the body.

Many people apply body butter in the evening when skin can absorb richer formulas overnight. For the best results, exfoliate with a body scrub first to remove dry surface cells and prepare the skin for moisturising. 

Which body butter is best for dry skin?

Body butter is often recommended for dry skin because of its rich texture and concentrated plant ingredients. The Body Shop body butters contain Community Fair Trade shea butter, a natural emollient known for helping soften rough skin and improve moisture retention.

People with persistent dryness can check formulas created for dry skin. These moisturisers are designed to replenish moisture and smooth areas such as elbows, knees and legs where dryness often appears first.

Can sensitive skin use body butter?

Many people with delicate skin choose body butter because the thicker texture forms a protective moisturising layer. The Body Shop develops body care formulas that are dermatologically tested and suitable for everyday use.

If your skin is easily irritated, choosing body butters and body creams created for sensitive skin can help maintain moisture without overwhelming delicate skin. These formulas focus on gentle hydration while helping keep skin soft and comfortable.

Balanced skin types can choose body butters and moisturisers formulated for normal skin. These everyday body care formulas deliver consistent hydration and help maintain smooth, healthy skin.

What other body moisturisers can you use?

Body butter is the richest moisturiser in The Body Shop body care collection, but lighter textures are available depending on your preference. Some people prefer fast absorbing formulas during warmer weather or after morning showers.

If you enjoy lightweight hydration, explore refreshing body yogurts or everyday body lotions. Each texture delivers moisture in a slightly different way, allowing you to build a body care routine that suits your lifestyle.

Ethical Ingredients Behind The Body Shop

The Body Shop established its Community Fair Trade programme in 1987, making it one of the longest running ethical trade initiatives in the beauty industry. The programme works directly with farming cooperatives and producer communities around the world, helping provide fair pay, safe working conditions and stable long term partnerships.

Community Fair Trade shea butter used in many The Body Shop body butters is sourced from a women’s cooperative in Tamale, Ghana. The shea nuts are harvested and processed using traditional methods, creating a rich butter known for its moisturising properties while helping generate income for hundreds of women in the region.

Discover nourishing body gift sets

Treat your skin to lasting hydration with The Body Shop body butters and explore nourishing textures designed to keep skin smooth, comfortable and cared for. You can also discover body care gifts for someone who deserves a little extra self care.