If you ditched the grainy body scrubs, we salute you. Time and time again we’ve seen that the granules can cause microtears in the skin. Bacteria can enter and cause a whole lotta problems including body acne. Girl, we’re over here living our best lives. We deffo do not have time for that!

Wondering how you’re supposed to have silky, smooth skin *without* the scrub? Take a look at body lotions containing glycolic acid. This chemical exfoliator breaks down the bonds between dead skin cells. These dead cells then slough off your skin revealing new skin underneath. The outcome? You look radiant AH. 

Glycolic acid is super tiny. That means it can penetrate deeply into the skin. And trust us, it does. This alpha hydroxy acid reaches all the way down to your skin’s fibroblasts and it gives them an extra kick. This causes them to produce more collagen and your skin ultimately looks and feels firmer. Sounds amazing, amirite? Here are some of our favourite glycolic body lotions.

Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Pink Dream Body Cream

The Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Pink Dream Body Cream (Dhs127, Cult Beauty) is a smoothie for the skin. This watermelon scented body cream is packed with skin-smoothing glycolic to brighten and renew your skin. It also contains hydrating hyaluronic acid and occlusive seed butters to soften and moisturise skin. You can use this fruity lotion morning and night. Glow Recipe recommends piling extra layers onto your rough areas (elbows and knees…we’re looking at you).

DERMAdoctor AHA Moisturizing Therapy for Dry Skin

Bumpy skin? The DERMAdoctor AHA Moisturizing Therapy for Dry Skin (Dhs235, Namshi) is formulated with exfoliating glycolic acid, antioxidant green tree extract, and deeply moisturising urea to keep skin smooth, glowing, and supple. This product is perfect for anyone dealing with textured skin. Apply both morning and night, and girl, don’t forget to put your SPF on top!

Arcona Pumpkin Body Lotion 10 Percent

Maybe it’s the pumpkin, but this one is getting us in all the autumn feels. The Arcona Pumpkin Body Lotion 10 Percent (Dhs129, SkinStore) is packed with skin-renewing glycolic acid and alpha hydroxy acid and enzyme rich pumpkin extract. Apply once a day for some ~seriously~ smooth and radiant skin.Â