In mindbodygreen’s dry body oil, we utilize sunflower seed oil, organic safflower seed oil, squalene, prickly pear seed oil, and vitamin E. The sunflower and safflower oil give the oil that signature silky, effortless quality. I’m particularly fond of safflower seed oil, as it contains a flavonoid that has been shown to protect the skin’s collagen layer. In addition, prickly pear seed oil is chock-full of antioxidants, and squalane supports the skin barrier.
If you’re looking for an extra dose of shine, you can look for browning options or those with a hint of shimmer. For example, Summer Friday’s Pool Time Glowing Body Oil uses jojoba and sunflower seed oil, with mica for a dash of sparkle. Pacifica Beauty Sea & C Glow Bronzing Body Oil combines sunflower, safflower, jojoba, and bronzing pigments to impart a deeper hue. I, myself, am not a shimmer gal, so I just stick to the straight glossing effects of oil.
