8 body care heroes that are GLAMOUR Beauty Power List Award Winners 2023
With the rise of products specifically formulated for body care, it’s easier than ever to get an all-over glow. After all, the skin on our body is just as important as the skin on our face (which, by the way, only makes up 9% of our total skin surface area – the rest is from the chin down).
To help you find the best-in-class body care heroes, we joined forces with an expert panel, including celebrity facialist Michaella Bolder, who understands the importance of products dedicated to the skin on our body and its unique needs. And while the experts whittled down the shortlist, the eight winners have been decided by you.
From the most believable fake tan and body moisturiser to the best body exfoliator in the business – these products are guaranteed to level up your body care routine for softer, smoother limbs in no time.
Scroll to see which body care products came out on top in the GLAMOUR Beauty Power List Awards 2023.
Best body wash
Sometimes, the simplest formulas are the best and that is exactly why this body wash from Dove is our winner. Subtly scented and kind to skin, the moisturising cream lightly lathers up to wash away the day while leaving limbs silky smooth and nourished. Tick, tick!
Shortlist:
Caudalie Eau Des Vignes Shower Gel, £10
Naturium The Glow Getter Multi-Oil Body Wash, £18
Sundae Pomegranate Fizz Whipped Shower Foam, £12.99
Best SPF for body
We know the drill: SPF is an everyday essential that protects our skin from sun damage. For the body, give this lightweight mist from Garnier a whirl. Laced with barrier-boosting ceramides and broad-spectrum protection, this winning formula instantly sinks into skin without leaving any greasy residue behind. Spray on liberally to ensure full coverage.
Shortlist:
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Hydrating Lotion SPF 50+ Eco-Conscious, £25
Vichy Capital Soleil Solar Protective Water SPF50 Hydrating, £19.95
Altruist Sunscreen SPF50, £5.25
Best body tanner
The best faux glow is one that looks natural and will have people asking, “Where have you been?”– which is exactly what you will get with this self tan from St Tropez. Formulated with niacinamide and hyaluronic acid, the silky serum hydrates and evens skin tone while imparting a streak-free, sun-kissed glow that mimics two weeks in St Tropez.
Shortlist:
Tan-Luxe Super Glow Body Hyaluronic Self-Tan Serum, £36
Bondi Sands Technocolor 1 Hour Express Self-Tanning Foam, £19.99
Coco & Eve Sunny Honey Bali Bronzing Foam, £26
Best body exfoliator
This unbeatable body buffer from Kate Somerville exfoliates away dead skin cells with its clinic-grade formula that combines skincare acids with hydrating ingredients to polish and smooth skin for an all-over healthy glow. Oh, and it leaves behind a subtle, zesty scent. D.i.v.i.n.e.
Shortlist:
Beauty Pie Super Healthy Skin Nourishing Body Polish, £50
Ameliorate Smoothing Body Exfoliant, £18
Best body acne treatment
Wave bye-bye to bumpy, blemish-prone skin with Paula’s Choice 2% BHA Body Smoothing Spot Exfoliant. Loaded with salicylic acid, vitamin E and chamomile flower extract, this powerful cocktail of ingredients sloughs away pore-clogging dead skin cells to reveal brighter, smoother skin.
Shortlist:
Sol De Janeiro Bom Dia Bright Clarifying AHA BHA Body Wash, £23
Mario Badescu AHA Botanical Body Soap, £8
Murad Clarifying Body Spray, £46
Best body moisturiser
A cult classic for good reason, Sol De Janeiro’s Bum Bum Cream is world-famous for its addictive sweet and nutty scent that honestly smells incredible. Scent aside, the rich cream is deeply hydrating with its ultra-nourishing blend of cupuaçu butter, coconut oil and açaí that work together to tighten and soften skin.
Shortlist:
The Body Shop Body Yogurt, £14
Charlotte Tilbury Charlotte’s Magic Body Cream, £49
Best hair removal product
For your smoothest shave yet, turn your attention to this top-rated razor from Gillette Venus. With an ‘Irritation Defense Bar’ and the brand’s sharpest blade, it promises a close shave that is free from bumps or irritation. We especially love the small head that gets to those hard-to-reach spots with ease.
Shortlist:
Answr Exfoliating Hair Removal Drop, £28.90
WooWoo Tame It! Vegan In-Shower Hair Removal, £6.99
Best hand cream
A dry skin saviour, this hard-working hand cream restores moisture and soothes dryness with its ultra-nourishing formula that is loaded with ceramides, urea and natural moisturising factors. Non-greasy and fast absorbing, this handbag hero ticks all our boxes and then some.
Shortlist:
The Body Shop Hemp Hand Protector, £8
Aēsop Resurrection Aromatique Hand Balm, £25
Photographer: Mateusz Sitek
Stylist: Michelle Duguid
Makeup: Marco Antonio
Hair: Craig Marsden
Manicure: Metta Francis
Models: Fallon Havanna @ Select London, Carmen Garitano @ PRM, Isabella Moore @ Milk Management
Beauty Director: Camilla Kay
Design Director: Dennis Lye
Visuals Director: Dalia Nassimi
