The summer months are for bare shoulders, bronzed legs, and skin that catches the light just right. A good shimmering body oil doesn’t just enhance your glow—it turns heads. Whether your poolside, beach-bound, or just soaking up the sun on a weekend stroll, there’s something undeniably confident about skin that shines.
At BrownStyle, we believe that body shimmer is more than a trend—it’s a vibe. It’s that extra touch that says you came to serve. And the right formula doesn’t just sparkle, it nourishes. Think hydrating ingredients, warm undertones, and finishes that look incredible on all skin tones, especially if you want a golden glow.
These oils aren’t about over-the-top glitter; they’re about a luminous finish that looks like you just got back from somewhere fabulous, even if you haven’t left your zip code. So if you’re ready to level up your glow game, we’ve got you covered. These are the 6 body shimmer oils our editors can’t stop reaching for—tested, loved, and guaranteed to keep you glistening from sunrise to golden hour.
Ellis Brooklyn | Vanilla Milk Shimmering Scented Body Oil
Hop out the bed and put your shimmer on! Add a layer of luxury with Ellis Brooklyn’s Vanilla Milk Shimmering Scented Body Oil. Not only does it add a gorgeous glow to the skin, but it also adds a rich vanilla scent. This scented body oil made our list because the champagne shimmer, plus the fast-absorbing formula is flattering on any skin tone.
Vacation Inc. | “VACATION” Shimmer Oil SPF 30
Protected skin with show-stopping radiance? Yes, please! The crown jewel in the Vacation® Sunscreen family, this Shimmer Oil features two types of illuminating gold mica shimmer, plus the Vacation’s award-winning signature scent, SPF 30 protection, and luscious natural oils to deliver the ultimate glow that will have all eyes on you while poolside. It’s easy to see that there are so many reasons why this shimmer landed on our list.
TPH By Taraji | Here We Glow Now Lightweight Skin-blurring Body Shimmer
We’ve got the key to your glimmer. The Body by TPH Here We Glow Now Skin-Blurring Body Shimmer delivers serious shine with a lightweight, gel-based formula. Infused with glycerin and coconut-derived moisturizers, it hydrates while leaving skin luminous.
The texture is on the thicker side, so it works best mixed with your favorite lotion or body oil. We love it for its inclusive, skin-friendly formula: pH-balanced, vegan, cruelty-free, and free of sulfates, phthalates, parabens, and mineral oil.
Truly Beauty | Vanilla Baby Body Oil
Living in your mermaid-core era? We love that for you. Truly’s Vanilla Baby Luxury Body Oil blends bakuchiol and vitamin B3 to firm and renew skin, while pearlescent shimmer leaves a soft, satin-like glow.
If you’re craving even more sparkle, it also comes in a body butter version. And the scent? A dreamy mix of vanilla, pear, and caramel that’ll leave you smelling delicious.
Saltair | Santal Bloom Shimmering Body Oil
Headed to Europe this summer? Toss Saltair’s Santal Bloom Shimmering Body Oil in your bag. It absorbs fast, leaves skin dewy, and uses golden pearl pigments for that sun-kissed look.
We love this one for its nourishing oil blend—fermented saururus, kukui, cacay, and squalane—all working to soften and hydrate while you shine.
Beauty Creations | Barbie “Gotta Glow” Body Oil
Beauty Creations is calling us into our Barbie era—and we’re answering. The Gotta Glow Body Oil hydrates and softens with vitamin E and jojoba seed oil while delivering a multi-dimensional shimmer that brightens up your skin.
It made our list for its standout blend of pink, gold, and silver shimmer—playful, radiant, and totally summer.
Editor’s Note: This story has been edited and condensed for clarity.
By BrownStyle Magazine in Special Editions
72 pages, published 1/17/2025
