With temperatures dropping and the air becoming drier, our skin requires double attention: continue to pamper itself, without increasing the number of products. Good news: according to the latest comparison from UFC-Que Choisir, the ideal product to adopt is a very affordable body milk. Proof that hydration also rhymes with simplicity.
The surprise winner: a big name at a low price
In its study dedicated to body milks, UFC-Que Choisir highlights Nivea Body Milk Smooth Sensation, voted “best moisturizing product”. Sold at around €9.99, it stands out for its excellent quality/price ratio.
Why did this milk convince? Its benefits can meet the expectations of all skin types to be protected:
- Its nourishing formula : enriched with shea butter, pure hyaluronic acid and “deep nourishing serum”, it targets dry to very dry skin;
- A proven effectiveness : according to the manufacturer, 72 hours of hydration, and the UFC praised its performance in the test;
- A successful sensory texture : fluid, easy to apply, penetrates quickly without leaving a greasy film – a real plus under sweaters and coats;
- A reassuring positioning composition side: last but not least, even if no product is perfect, the safety analysis does not reveal any fatal defect for this product.
In short: if you had to choose just one body milk to face the rigors of winter, this is the right “compromise”: effectiveness + comfort + low price.
Why body hydration is no longer optional
When the heating turns on, the showers get hotter and the ambient air dries out, our hydrolipidic film (the skin’s natural barrier) is weakened. Result: tightness, redness, scales… No matter how much we pamper the face, the body is often forgotten.
“If your skin is tight and flaky, a body milk can be useful” recalls the magazine. In this context, adopting appropriate care is no longer a luxury: it is a necessity to preserve softness, suppleness and comfort.
To maximize the benefits of your body milk, here is a simple routine to follow:
- Once a week: a gentle scrub to eliminate dead cells and promote regeneration;
- After each shower (ideally lukewarm, not hot): apply the milk generously to lightly towel-dried skin: this is the best time to lock in hydration;
- During the winter: favor richer textures (like that of the product mentioned above) because the skin loses more water and lipids;
- And don’t forget: what happens inside also matters: drinking enough, sleeping well, avoiding excessive aggression (wind, friction, etc.).
To find the full comparison of the 16 body milks studied, go to UFC-Que Choisir.