There are a few ways to find the best-smelling lotion for you, other than just following your nose.

Look out for key ingredients

Before you try a lotion, determine what you want to use it for. Do you want intense hydration and repair? Skin-smoothing and firming? Or something that just smells downright amazing? Not all body lotions contain strong, active ingredients like retinol or salicylic acid, but some do. If you want a body lotion to help promote collage and firm skin, try a retinol body lotion. If dryness is your main issue, try one without active ingredients that instead focuses on hydration.

Compare your favorite perfumes

Perfume enthusiasts should consider what scents they like and wear before choosing a scented body lotion, as the two fragrances will have to co-exist. If you already have a signature fragrance, look for a lotion with a complimentary scent or one so lightly scented it won't interfere with your perfume.

Know your skin type

Any body lotion with fragrance can be irritating, especially for sensitive skin types. If you're concerned, try a patch test—dab a little on the inside of your wrist or side of your neck and see how your skin reacts before putting it everywhere else.

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