The Best Body Butters for Winter Dryness: Natural & Moisturising

Did you know winter is the season of maximum Vata aggravation, the dry, airy quality that steals moisture from your skin faster than your cream can replenish it?

Winter is beautiful… but not for our skin.
The cold wind, hot showers, and dry indoor air leave skin feeling stretched, itchy, flaky and dull. If you’ve been wondering why your regular creams aren’t helping this time of year, it’s because winter demands deeper nourishment, something richer, thicker and more protective.

Why creams fail in winter

• Creams contain more water, which evaporates quickly in cold, dry air.
• Body butters are made of nourishing fats that stay on the skin longer and repair the barrier.
• Ayurveda follows the principle of Sneha (unctuousness), oil-based formulas that counter dryness from the inside out.

Why Body Butter Is Essential in Winter

Think of body butter as a warm blanket for your skin. It seals in moisture, repairs dryness from within, and keeps your skin soft for hours, much longer than regular creams.

Here’s why your skin loves body butter in winter:

• It has thicker, richer ingredients like shea, kokum, ghee, and butter blends.
• It locks in moisture and protects the skin barrier.
• It helps calm itchiness and rough patches.
• It gives skin a natural, healthy glow even in harsh weather.
  

If you’re someone whose skin gets flaky the moment the temperature drops, it’s time to replace your regular cream with a nourishing body butter.

Pro tip: Start with a gentle shower oil like Rose & Pomegranate Shower Oil. Using a shower oil not only cleanses but also coats your skin with a thin layer of hydration, keeping it soft and moisturized all day long. Pair it with body butter after your shower for extra nourishment, your winter skin will thank you!

DIY Tips for Softer Winter Skin

Along with a good body butter, a few home remedies can make a huge difference:

1. Pre-bath oiling

Warm a little Ohria’s cold pressed sesame or Shrikamya oil  and massage it on your body 15–20 minutes before bathing.
This prevents moisture loss during hot showers.

2. Sesame Oil

Add a few drops of sesame oil to your bath water.
It soothes dry, itchy, irritated skin instantly.

3. Honey mask for dry elbows & knees

Apply a thin layer of honey for 10 minutes and wash off.
Honey acts like a natural humectant, it pulls moisture into the skin

4. Ghee magic

A tiny bit of Ohria’s ghee cream once elbows ,  cracked heels or dry cuticles works wonders overnight.

Dietary Tips for Winter Hydration

Skincare is not just what you apply, it’s also what you eat.
These foods naturally keep your skin hydrated & moisturised in winter due to their oil content :

• Soaked almonds for healthy fats
• Black sesame seeds for internal lubrication
• A teaspoon of ghee daily to nourish from inside. Add it to your meals or hot water first thing in the morning to linricate & flush toxins .
• Warm soups and broths instead of cold foods
• Plenty of warm water or herbal teas to avoid dehydration

• Til Water (Sesame Seed Water)
  

How to use:
Soak 1–2 teaspoons of black sesame seeds in half a glass of water overnight.
Next morning, eat the soft soaked seeds and drink the same water.

Benefits:
Keeps joints flexible, supports bone strength, improves skin texture, boosts energy, and adds natural winter glow.

The Body Butter We Recommend: Ohria’s Basil & Lavender Body Butter

Ohria’s Basil & Lavender Body Butter is:

• Thick, rich, and deeply hydrating
• Made with clean, natural Ayurvedic butters
• 100% natural, with no preservatives or artificial chemicals, so your body absorbs only safe, natural ingredients
• Soothing for dry, irritated winter skin
• Perfect for daily use after bathing
• Long-lasting, keeps skin soft all day
  

The calming aroma of basil and lavender doesn’t just hydrate your skin, it also relaxes your senses. It’s the kind of winter ritual your body will thank you for.

Replace your cream with this body butter for the season, and your skin will feel smooth, nourished, and cared for.

FAQs

1. Can I use body butter every day?

Yes, especially in winter. Daily use keeps dryness away and strengthens your skin barrier.

2. Should I apply body butter on damp or dry skin?

On slightly damp skin, it helps lock in moisture better.

3. Is body butter good for sensitive skin?

Most natural body butters, like Ohria’s Basil & Lavender, are gentle and soothing. Always patch-test if you’re very sensitive.

4. Can I use body butter on my face?

No. Body butters are too rich for the facial skin. Use them only on the body.

5. How is body butter different from body cream?

Creams are lighter and water-based, while body butters are thicker and oil-based, giving deeper, longer-lasting hydration, perfect for winter.