Types of Body Yoghurts
1. Hydrating Body Yoghurts
- Provide intense hydration and nourishment
- Seal moisture into skin with occlusive butters
- Absorb quickly without greasy feel
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Yogurt – Contains lactic acid to gently exfoliate skin
- Shea Butter – Softens, smooths, and moisturizes skin
- Jojoba Oil – Mimics skin’s natural oils
2. Exfoliating Body Yoghurts
- Gently exfoliate and buff away dead skin cells, suitable for oily skin
- Reveal even-toned, smooth skin
- Often contain lactic acid or fine scrub particles
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Lactic Acid – Exfoliates and hydrates skin
- Oatmeal – Gently buffs away dull surface cells
- Yogurt – Natural source of lactic acid
3. Cooling Body Yoghurts
- Provide cooling relief during hot weather
- Contain mint, eucalyptus, menthol
- Refresh and reinvigorate skin
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Peppermint Oil – Cools skin and awakens senses
- Eucalyptus – Clarifying, cooling aroma
- Yogurt – Creamy, soothing base
4. Soothing Body Yoghurts
- Formulated for sensitive, reactive skin
- Strengthen skin barrier and calm irritation
- Free of potential irritants like fragrance
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Yogurt – Rich in proteins to nourish sensitive skin
- Colloidal Oatmeal – Soothes itching and irritation
- Jojoba Oil – Mimics skin’s natural oils
5. Brightening Body Yoghurts
- Help improve uneven skintone and fade dark spots
- Often contain niacinamide, vitamin C, licorice root
- Reveal brighter, more even complexion
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Niacinamide – Reduces melanin transfer to skin cells
- Vitamin C – Inhibits enzymatic reactions involved in melanin production
- Licorice Root – Reduces pigmentation and calms inflammation
6. Firming Body Yoghurts
- Improve skin’s tone and elasticity
- Often contain caffeine or peptides
- Best for crepey, sagging skin
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Caffeine – Provides temporary tightening effect
- Peptides – Signal increase in collagen production
- Retinol – Boosts cell turnover to firm skin
7. Hand & Foot Repairing Yoghurts
- Target extremely dry, callused hands and feet
- Soften cracked skin and cuticles
- Deliver intense hydration where needed
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Urea – Softens thick, dry calluses
- Shea Butter – Smoothes and moisturizes hands and heels
- Glycerin – Draws moisture into cracked skin
8. Overnight Replenishing Body Yoghurts
- Applied before bed and work as you sleep
- Provide deep nourishment for 6-8 hours
- Wake up with silky smooth skin
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Shea Butter – Conditions skin overnight
- Jojoba Oil – Mimics natural oils to reinforce barrier
- Glycerin – Draws moisture into skin