After Showering: Lotion or Body Butter? Which Does Your Dry Skin Really Need?

After Showering: Lotion or Body Butter? Which Does Your Dry Skin Really Need?

You step out of the shower, towel off, and grab your lotion — but within hours, your skin feels dry again. Sound familiar? 👀
Here’s the truth: most lotions aren’t designed to fix dryness; they just mask it temporarily.

Why Lotion Doesn’t Work

Most lotions contain more water and alcohol than nourishing oils. That means the “moisture” you feel evaporates quickly, leaving your skin even drier than before.
For melanin-rich skin that naturally loses moisture faster, that’s a no-go — especially during colder months.

Why Body Butter Is Better

Body butter is thicker, richer, and made to seal hydration in.
Our Shea Body Butter is whipped with shea, mango, and avocado butters to deeply moisturize and restore softness.
It works best right after a shower while your skin is still slightly damp — that’s when your pores are open and ready to absorb every bit of goodness.

The Perfect Post-Shower Routine

  1. Cleanse Gently: Use Sweet Potato Soap to wash away buildup without stripping your skin’s natural oils.

  2. Seal in Moisture: While your skin is damp, massage in a small amount of Shea Body Butter.
    The result? Smooth, hydrated skin that stays soft all day.

Final Thoughts

If you’re tired of dry, ashy skin no matter how much lotion you use, it’s time to switch.
Your skin deserves ingredients that nourish, not dry it out.
✨ Use body butter after your shower — and your glow will thank you.

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