🧴 What’s the Difference Between Body Butter and Lotion?

🧴 What’s the Difference Between Body Butter and Lotion?

If you’ve ever stood wondering whether to grab a body butter or a lotion, you’re not alone! While both help keep your skin soft and hydrated, they’re actually quite different — and knowing which to use (and when) can make a big difference in your self-care routine.

🧈 Body Butter: Deep Nourishment

Body butters are rich, thick, and ultra-moisturising. They’re usually made with natural ingredients like shea butter and plant-based oils, creating a dense, luxurious texture that’s perfect for dry or tired skin.

✅ Best for:

  • Very dry areas (like elbows, knees, or heels)

  • Winter months

  • Locking in moisture after bathing

  • Skin that needs extra TLC or recovery

💡 Pixie Tip:

Our CBD-infused body butters add an extra layer of skin-soothing care — perfect for relaxing sore muscles or calming inflammation.


💧 Lotion: Light and Quick-Absorbing

Lotions are lighter in texture and typically water-based, which means they absorb into the skin more quickly. They’re ideal for when you need quick hydration without any greasiness.

✅ Best for:

  • Everyday use

  • Skin that needs hydration but not heavy treatment

  • Warmer weather, or mornings when you’re on the go


🌿 Which One Should You Choose?

It depends on what your skin needs in the moment!

Skin Need Go For...
Deep nourishment Body Butter
Everyday hydration Lotion
Dry patches/eczema Body Butter
Quick top-up moisture Lotion
Post-shave care Either – try our CBD-infused options!

✨ Handmade by The Aroma Pixies

All our skincare products are handmade on the Norfolk coast, using high-quality ingredients and fully CPSR-certified formulations. Whether you’re looking to nourish your skin deeply or just keep things smooth and fresh, we’ve got something that fits.

🛍️ Explore the full skincare range here 

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