The Worst Drugstore Body Lotions

See which ones, from Aveeno to Vaseline, won't be on readers' shopping lists ever again

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These days, we expect our body lotions to do a lot more than simply moisturize dry or itchy skin. So many products advertise everything from anti-aging benefits, stubble reduction, firming and more -- and TotalBeauty.com readers expect them to deliver on those promises. We think that's only fair, a body lotion -- or any other product -- shouldn't make promises it can't keep, right?

Sometimes a body lotion will live up to its claims, take the ones on this list for example. But other times, the claim is just that -- a claim and nothing more. The body lotions on this list, unfortunately, don't live up to many of their promises.

Check out the list on the following slides to see which body lotions most disappointed TotalBeauty.com readers. Some of the body lotions made false claims, while others had problems with their scents or grease-factor. Whatever the reason, you'll want to steer clear of these lotions the next time you have dry skin, or want to fix another body issue like cellulite or stubble. Because while some of them may offer you some moisture, they're simply not equipped to do much else. Is it time we lowered the bar? Nah, we think it's time body lotions raised their standards of what really works.

See Next Page: No. 9: Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Lotion With Sunscreen, $8.99

By Sarah Carrillo

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I have never personally tried any of these lotions. I am surprised to see Burt's Bee's on the list!

by Shawnalaa Sunday, January 29, 2012 at 07:57PM Report as inappropriate

everyones skin is different and therefore products will work differently for each individual

by gloriab99 Sunday, October 30, 2011 at 12:35PM Report as inappropriate

i actually kind of like the burts bees radiance lotion

by anna_davis Sunday, October 9, 2011 at 04:44PM Report as inappropriate

I thought the Eucerin Calming itch relief would be good for me because my arms itch. I guess its not as great as it sounds.

by gaej19 Wednesday, September 21, 2011 at 10:41AM Report as inappropriate

I don't think that all of these lotions deserve to be on the worst list. Aveeno, Burt's Bees, and the Dove lotions are nice. I've never had any problems with them at all.

by taryn.romero Tuesday, September 13, 2011 at 08:38AM Report as inappropriate

Dove Firming Beauty Body Lotion is not that bad at all. Honestly if you think that a lotion will firm up that butt and remove cellulite than you must be too gullible because there is not a lotion in the world that can replace years and years of exercise and good,healthy food. This particular lotion smells awesome and fresh,not sticky and has a pleasant texture.

by selma Thursday, September 8, 2011 at 12:01PM Report as inappropriate

I like the Kerry lotion for my legs

by Only1KimmieD Monday, August 22, 2011 at 06:00AM Report as inappropriate

I'm surprised Burts bees is on here!

by Bon_Bon Monday, August 15, 2011 at 12:46AM Report as inappropriate

Aveeno is amazing, why is it on here?

by lanigaga Sunday, July 31, 2011 at 06:06AM Report as inappropriate

I've never tried any of these, but the Aveeno brand makes pretty decent products. I'm suprised its on here.

by gaej19 Friday, June 3, 2011 at 02:19PM Report as inappropriate

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