The Obtainer - 2/3/25, Monday

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The Obtainer

Monday,
February 3rd Edition

Presented by

MeUndies

Presented by

MeUndies
Cory Ohlendorf

Before you put on a killer outfit, you want to make sure your skin is feeling and looking its best. We’re talking about the best body lotions for you needs and budget today.

- Cory Ohlendorf, Editor in Chief ⋯ @coryohlendorf

 

The Best Body Lotions Will Help You in Many Ways

You put a lot of effort into your skincare when it comes to your face, right? But what about your body? Especially this time of year, when the outdoor elements and indoor heating dry out skin and make you itchy and irritated. If you've got scratchy, dry and angry skin—maybe just in patches or perhaps all over—a quality body lotion is your salvation.

Here's what we learned while testing over a dozen different body moisturizers: having hydrated skin can come with some surprising secret side effects. Maybe it's because you know you took an extra step getting ready and your body is better off for it. Maybe it's because your skin just feels better or because your arms look a little more toned when they're moisturized. In any case, healthy skin is one of the central tenets of looking and feeling your best. And your skin can't be healthy if it's deprived of necessary moisture. But when you apply a lotion, it balances the skin's pH levels and prevents scratchiness, all while locking moisture into parched skin and softening those troublesome rough patches. After testing a wide range of options for you, our reader, we've compiled the best ones to suit any man's needs (and budget).

 

The Editor’s Pick

What's not to love about this phenomenal body lotion? First off, the big pump bottle means easy one-handed application and a little goes a long way—meaning this big bottle will easily last you six months or more.

Superfood body lotion,
$48 by Youth To The People

 
 

For Dry, Winter Skin

Looking for a no-nonsense lotion that works on even the driest skin? This rich body lotion offers the perfect solution for those who prefer a straight-forward unscented product with intense hydration. This simple lotion is packed with nourishing ingredients like shea butter and olive oil that provide deep moisture, while squalane helps to lock it in for long-lasting softness. What's more, it rings in at a drugstore price for this large bottle.

Ultra rich body lotion,
$15 by Hawthorne

 
 

The Wet/Dry Lotion

The best time to apply a lotion is to warm, wet skin, but if you don't like that feeling or feel like it takes too much time after a shower, use this cream that's made to be used on wet skin. Before you get out of the shower, quickly rub this all over your body and then towel off as normal. Packed with such nourishing ingredients as jojoba oil, milk protein and oat extract, it calms and softens skin while adding hydration and protection. Of course, it works just as well on dry skin, too.

Nourishing shower cream,
$44 by Elemis

 
 

The Fast-Absorbing
Lotion

If you hate waiting for your lotion to absorb, this lightweight gel offers quick hydration without the wait. It soaks in almost instantly, making it ideal for busy mornings or before you go to bed. It's also enriched with glycerin and natural lipids like squalane to quench thirsty skin with impact, speed and long-lasting endurance. This isn't a heavy lotion at all and yet, within one application, you notice softer, healthier and hydrated skin.

Speed Soak gel body moisturizer,
$28 by Soft Services

 
 

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Underwear for V-Day

UltraModal™ Core Boxer Brief in 'floating hearts' pattern, $26

When it comes to Valentine’s Day, unwrapping something playful and sweet is the name of the game. And that’s just what MeUndies does best. The brand is all about making you feel and look good. By using only the softest materials and only working with factories that take exceptional care of their employees, MeUndies takes that feel-good mission to a new level. Each pair of men’s and women’s undies is made from Lenzing MicroModal—a sustainably sourced and naturally soft fiber that starts with beechwood trees. By creating meaningful designs, fun and funky patterns and special pairs that benefit organizations around the country, MeUndies is really making underwear something you can appreciate on many levels. And to make picking up your first order even easier, they’re offering discounts: Get 20% off and free shipping with the code WELCOMEFAM or 40% off matching pairs (no promo necessary).

 
 
 

UltraModal™ FeelFree Thong
in 'saur in love' pattern, $22

 

UltraModal™ Lace Tanga in 'kiss my peach' pattern, $22

 

UltraModal™ Core Boxer in 'kiss my peach' pattern, $26

 

UltraModal™ Core Cheeky Brief in 'tomato' pattern, $22

 

UltraModal™ Core Boxer Brief in 'floating hearts' pattern, $26

 
 

UltraModal™ Core Boxer in
'love you a latte' pattern, $26

 

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Smart Buys

The sales and discounts our team is currently watching.

 

Taylor Stitch’s Emerson blazer is a relaxed low-profile jacket that strikes a balance between rugged and refined. Cut from a mid-weight, 100% organic cotton, it’s casual and cool but can easily be dressed up.

$298 / $188
by Taylor Stitch

 

Right now, you can get Abercrombie’s best-selling hoodie for 15% off, making it extremely affordable. The garment-washed sweatshirt has a drop shoulder and an oversized yet cropped fit.

$70 / $59
by Abercrombie & Fitch

 

We never see these 990v4 Made-In-USA sneakers on sale. Maybe because they’re widely considered one of the greatest New Balance silhouettes of all time. But right now, you can take $70 bucks off the kicks.

$239 / $187
by New Balance

 

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