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Body Care: your questions answered

How do I build a body care routine?
Keep it simple: a body wash or soap you enjoy, a moisturiser applied straight after showering while skin is still slightly damp, and a deodorant. Add a body scrub or exfoliating lotion once or twice a week for smoother-feeling skin, and use hand and foot creams where skin gets driest. In summer, switch to a lighter lotion and SPF on exposed areas; in winter, richer creams or body oils.
Why do US body care products feel different?
US body care often leans towards big pump bottles, very rich creams and practical formulas, such as lotions with lactic acid or urea for rough, dry skin. Brands like AmLactin, Gold Bond and eos are household names there but less common in UK shops. Scents differ too, with sweet vanilla and gourmand fragrances popular in the US. Check sizes in ml, as US packs are labelled in fluid ounces.
Should I choose fragrance-free body products?
Fragrance-free formulas are a good choice if your skin tends to react to scented products, or if you'd rather your perfume didn't compete with your lotion. Unscented and fragrance-free can mean different things: unscented products may contain a masking fragrance. If you love scent, layering a body wash, lotion and mist from the same scent family gives a longer-lasting, more cohesive fragrance.
How do I get smoother-feeling skin on my arms and legs?
Gentle, regular exfoliation is key. Use a body scrub or an exfoliating wash with ingredients such as glycolic or lactic acid a couple of times a week, then follow with a rich moisturiser. Avoid very hot showers, which can leave skin feeling dry. Products containing AHAs can make skin more sensitive to the sun, so use sunscreen on any exposed areas.