Body Oil

What is a body oil?

Body oil is a nourishing, moisturising treatment that wraps the skin in a satin veil while leaving it soft and supple. More concentrated in active lipids than a milk or cream, it helps moisturise, protect and beautify the skin by creating an effective protective film that seals in the moisture already present in the epidermis without leaving a greasy surface feel. L’Occitane en Provence body oils combine effective care, natural-origin ingredients and sensory pleasure, with lightweight, non-greasy textures and fragrances inspired by Provence. Ideal for dry skin or skin seeking elasticity, our body oils absorb quickly and leave the skin radiant and comfortable all day long.

Which body oil offers which benefits?

Each oil meets a specific need. At L’Occitane en Provence, body oils use ingredients with proven properties. Shea (Karité)Body Oil, enriched with relipidising Shea (Karité)oil (5%), intensely nourishes and protects against dryness. It helps restore the skin’s hydrolipidic film and protect it. This oil leaves the skin soft, comfortable and delicately fragranced. Ideal for dry or mature skin, this moisturising oil absorbs quickly without leaving a greasy film. For a nourishing body routine, also discover our selection of body care for dry and dehydrated skin.

Almond (Amande) Supple Skin Oil, meanwhile, helps firm the skin by improving its suppleness and elasticity. Sweet Almond (Amande) oil is naturally rich in skin-protecting compounds such as vitamin E and omega-9. Our Almond (Amande) Supple Skin Oil is loved for its silky texture and delicate fragrance. Applied to the body after a bath or shower, it offers a moment of daily wellbeing, especially when massaged in. For a firming routine, discover our body care designed to help firm the skin as well.

Body oil and body cream: how can they be combined for maximum effectiveness?

To fully enjoy the benefits of your dry oil or nourishing oil, here are our tips:

- Apply one, then the other: first apply your body cream or moisturising body lotion to bring water and softness to the skin, then finish with the oil to nourish and seal in hydration. The oil, being more occlusive, helps retain the moisturising ingredients from the cream and strengthen the skin barrier.

- Mix them in your hand: combine a few drops of oil with a dollop of cream in the palm of your hand before applying. This method enriches the texture and provides immediate comfort.

- Alternate depending on the moment: choose cream in the morning for a light, quick-absorbing finish, and oil in the evening for a more enveloping, restorative treatment.

To extend your beauty ritual, also discover our advice on how to firm and refine your body with almond or adopt an after sun skincare routine. Finally, explore all our body care products to prolong your moments of wellbeing with silky textures and authentic Provençal scents.