BEST 2020 BEAUTY

The Best Body Launches Of 2020, From Dove to Cocokind

NYLON's favorite body launches of the year, from glistening glow balms to exfoliating bar soaps.

by Jacquelyn Greenfield

2020 was truly the year of self-care. As the world seemingly shut down to slow the spread of coronavirus, people were forced to learn how to replicate their various self-care practices at home — see: massages, facials, manicures, etc. — and how to actually do them on their own. This change of pace also saw people paying more attention to their often neglected body care regimens, and the products that make them up.

For most, body-care routines generally consist of a body wash followed by a body lotion or cream, and probably stopped there. If this is you reader, you’re not alone — that was once this beauty writer until 2020 rolled around. Thankfully, the beauty industry had enough newness up their sleeves to meet the demand, having released new and reimagined products focused on the body, and the time you spend taking care of it.

From the best new hand cream to combat dry hands, to a revamped Dove classic and everything in between, check out the best new body products of 2020, tested and chosen by the NYLON beauty team, ahead.

We only include products that have been independently selected by NYLON's editorial team. However, we may receive a portion of sales if you purchase a product through a link in this article.

Best Body Launches of 2020: Jergens Ultra Healing Body Balm

Best Body Launches of 2020: Patrick Ta Major Glow All-Over Glow Balm

Best Body Launches of 2020: Bath & Body Works Lavender Vanilla Body Wash

Best Body Launches of 2020: Glossier Body Hero Exfoliating Bar

Best Body Launches of 2020: Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protector Lotion SPF 50+ Sunscreen

Best Body Launches of 2020: Necessaire The Hand Cream

Best Body Launches of 2020: Cocokind Scrubbing Clay

Best Body Launches of 2020: The Feelist Do Not Disturb Extra Strength Body Cream

Best Body Launches of 2020: Soap & Glory Scrub for Joy Body Polish

Best Body Launches of 2020: Dove Glowing Body Wash

Best Body Launches of 2020: Oui the People Bath Soak

Best Body Launches of 2020: Goop G.Tox Ultimate Dry Brush

Best Body Launches of 2020: Flamingo Deep Nourishing Cream