Body Balms

A body balm sits between a lotion and an oil: richer than a lotion, less slippery than an oil, and it stays where you put it. Africology balms are built on plant butters and oils, then scented with pure essential oils, so the fragrance comes from the botanical rather than from a synthetic. Choose by mood as much as by skin. Neroli Balm and Rose Body Balm are the softest and most floral. Frangipani and Jasmine are the fuller, more tropical florals. Lemon Grass and Coconut & Pineapple are brighter and more uplifting, and Black Pepper Body Balm is warm and grounding. Essence Free Body Balm is the unscented option for anyone avoiding fragrance altogether.

Balms work best on skin that is still slightly damp, when they seal water in rather than sitting on top of a dry surface. Every formula is free of parabens and propylene glycol, vegan-friendly and cruelty-free. For very dry skin, layer over Marula Conditioning Body Oil.