The Ultimate Guide To Body Butter: When, Why And How We Nourish Summer Skin

In Aotearoa, self-care can be simple, sensory and sustainable. At Nudi Point, our 100% NATURAL philosophy means every jar is crafted with ethically sourced botanicals, no synthetics, and cruelty-free ingredients. We keep it local in the Far North, so your body care feels grounded in New Zealand, from sun-splashed beach days to cooler evenings. Think whipped, cloud-light textures, aromas that calm the mind, and plant-rich nourishment that loves your skin and our environment.

What is body butter for?

Body butter is a concentrated, waterless moisturiser made from rich plant butters and botanical oils. Where standard lotions usually contain water and emulsifiers, body butter is all nourishment and no filler. Ours blend heroes like shea butter and coconut oil with fast-absorbing oils to deliver deep, long-lasting hydration and a silky, glowing finish.

Because body butter is anhydrous, it creates a breathable barrier on the skin. That barrier helps seal in moisture, soften rough patches, and defend against the New Zealand elements, including sea salt, sun exposure and those breezy Far North evenings. Customers say it best, “Skin feels amazing, silky, not greasy!”

Why choose body butter over standard lotions?

Rich plant butters vs water: Body butter is concentrated goodness that lasts longer on skin, ideal after beach days or road trips when you need serious replenishment. Botanical oils for slip and glow: Oils cushion the skin and deliver vitamins and fatty acids to support a supple, healthy look. A little goes a long way: You need less per use than lotion, making each jar an indulgent, economical choice.

Is body butter better than moisturizer? It depends on your needs. If your summer brings sun, salt, and dehydrating travel, body butter offers superior occlusive protection and softness. If you prefer something lighter for everyday, lotion can be great. Many of our customers use both, switching textures as the day changes.

Body butter vs lotion vs body oil

• Body butter, best for locking in moisture and smoothing dry areas; perfect after sun, after swimming, before bed and on travel days.

• Lotion, lighter and quicker to absorb, good for daytime when you want instant comfort without weight. Body oil, fluid and fast to spread, beautiful for glow and quick hydration.

• Oil can be layered under or over lotion for extra slip, but body butter is best as the sealing step.

Does body butter go before or after lotion? If you use both, go lotion first, then body butter to seal. Use body oil either under lotion for extra emollience or pat a drop over high points for sheen.

When to use body butter in a New Zealand summer

You use body butter out of the shower, not in it. The sweet spot is post-shower on damp skin, when water on your skin helps the butters and oils trap hydration.

• After sun exposure: Calm tight, thirsted skin and cushion it with moisture.

• After swimming: Saltwater and chlorine can leave skin parched; butter brings back balance.

• After shaving: The butters protect and help reduce post-shave dryness.

• Before bed: Especially on warm nights, our Lavender-Loco variant supports a restful wind-down.

• Pre-flight and post-flight: Air travel dehydrates skin quickly; butter before take-off and again when you land keeps limbs soft

  
  

How to apply body butter for best results

1. Shower and leave skin damp. Do not towel off completely.

2. Warm a small amount between your palms.

3. Massage in gentle circular motions over arms, legs and torso.

4. Add targeted layers to elbows, knees and heels, where dryness clings.

5. Bedtime ritual: on warm nights, apply Lavender-Loco from shoulders to ankles, breathe in slowly, and let the calming scent guide you to sleep.

Tip: Start with less than you think, then build. The finish should feel silky, never heavy.

Meet your summer hero, Nudi Point whipped body butters

Our whipped textures feel airy going on, then settle into a smooth, non-greasy sheen that lasts. Shea butter supports softness, coconut-derived emollients add glide, and our signature natural scents turn daily care into a small luxury. Explore your favourite scent and texture here, body butter.

Travel, beach days and Far North evenings

New Zealand summer is generous. Sun, sea and sand are a joy, yet your skin may need extra kindness. Keep a jar in your weekender for post-swim replenishment. Before sunset dinners or late beach walks, smooth a light layer over shins and shoulders for a soft glow that catches the light. On cooler Far North nights, a slightly thicker layer feels like a cosy wrap.

The effortless way to glow, choose a curated Bundle

Skip the guesswork and choose one of our curated Bundles for a ready-made ritual. Each set pairs complementary textures and scents for smooth, radiant skin, and they are beautiful for gifting. Free NZ shipping applies over $99, making it simple to treat yourself or someone you love. Explore the range at nudipoint.co.nz/bundles and feel how streamlined, ethical indulgence can be.

What do we mean by body care?

Body care is the everyday practice of nourishing and protecting the skin below your chin. It is the same thoughtful approach you give your face, applied from shoulders to soles. For us, it means choosing 100% NATURAL ingredients, respecting Aotearoa’s environment, and creating moments of sensory calm in your day.

A good body care routine can be simple:

• Cleanse gently in the shower.

• Exfoliate 2 to 3 times a week to lift dullness.

• Hydrate daily, choosing lotion for speed, body oil for glow, or body butter for lasting softness.

• Protect with SPF during the day.

• Wind down at night with Lavender-Loco to support rest.

If you love a minimal path, start with body butter on damp skin and add exfoliation once or twice a week. Consistency trumps complexity.

Clean, ethical and 100% NATURAL from Aotearoa

We put your wellbeing and our land first. Our commitment to natural ingredients, careful sourcing and sustainable packaging underpins everything we do. If you are building a considered routine, you will find more options across our body care, including scrubs and soaps that pair beautifully with our butters.

For further exploring, you might enjoy:

• natural, discover our 100% natural ethos and range.

• body care, find companion products for a complete routine.

• botanicals, learn about the plant ingredients that make our formulas special.

  
  

Summary, your summer skin, softly sealed

Body butter is your concentrated summer hydrator, made for New Zealand’s sun, sea and sand. Use it out of the shower on damp skin, massage in slowly, layer where needed, and finish at bedtime with Lavender-Loco for calm, rested nights. Choose body butter for lasting moisture, lotion for light daytime comfort, and oil when you want a quick glow, or layer thoughtfully to suit your day.

When you are ready to keep things effortless, our curated Bundles make a gift-ready pathway to softness and radiance, with free NZ shipping over $99. From the Far North with care, we are here to bring you luxurious, sustainable self-care, always 100% NATURAL.