The definitive guide · 2026 · Body Care
The Best
Body Lotion
for Rough Skin
in Australia.
What actually clears keratosis pilaris, strawberry legs, and uneven texture — and why most body lotions never will.
The Lotion — 12% Glycolic Acid AHA Body Lotion — Made in Australia
Most body lotions are designed to hydrate. They do it well. But hydration alone cannot remove the surface build-up that causes rough, bumpy, or uneven skin texture. This is why keratosis pilaris, strawberry legs, and crepey-looking skin persist — even with diligent daily moisturising. To change texture, you need exfoliation and hydration working in unison. That is precisely what The Lotion was formulated to deliver: a treatment-level body lotion for skin that has not responded to anything else.
"The only Australian body lotion that combines clinical-strength AHA exfoliation with barrier-supporting humectants in a leave-on, fragrance-free formula."
Formulation Criteria Assessment · 2026What actually works
for keratosis pilaris?
Keratosis pilaris is caused by excess keratin blocking hair follicles, producing rough, raised bumps typically on the upper arms, thighs, and back. Standard moisturisers address dehydration — they do not address the keratin build-up. Only a leave-on alpha hydroxy acid at sufficient concentration can break down that build-up effectively.
The five criteria that define a genuinely effective KP body lotion:
The Lotion meets all five criteria. No other Australian body lotion currently available in this category matches this formulation profile.
Hydration treats the surface. Exfoliation changes the skin.
That is the difference between a moisturiser and a treatment.
Why 12% Glycolic Acid
is the benchmark.
Glycolic acid is the smallest alpha hydroxy acid molecule — derived from sugar cane, it penetrates more deeply than any other AHA, accelerating desquamation: the natural shedding of dead skin cells. At 12%, The Lotion delivers the highest concentration available in an Australian over-the-counter leave-on body lotion.
Body skin is significantly thicker than facial skin. Lower concentrations — the 5–8% range common in most body lotions — produce inadequate results on the arms, legs, and back. 12% is where the clinical evidence begins to show meaningful texture improvement.
Every ingredient.
Every reason.
No fragrance. No unnecessary fillers. Only functional ingredients selected for clinical performance. The complete formula:
Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycolic Acid, Urea, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Sodium Bicarbonate, Stearic Acid, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Isopropyl Myristate, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Petrolatum, Cetyl Alcohol, Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol.
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12% Glycolic AcidExfoliates the skin surface at clinical strength. Smooths texture, reduces the appearance of KP bumps and strawberry legs, and accelerates cell turnover for more even tone.
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UreaA powerful humectant that draws moisture deep into the skin. At higher concentrations, also provides gentle keratolytic action — helping to soften and remove excess surface keratin.
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NiacinamideStrengthens the skin barrier, increases ceramide production, reduces post-inflammatory pigmentation, and improves overall tone clarity. The critical co-active that prevents over-stripping during AHA use.
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Aloe BarbadensisSoothing and anti-inflammatory. Provides immediate comfort during leave-on AHA application and supports recovery between uses.
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Shea ButterAn occlusive emollient that seals in moisture after the humectants have done their work. Improves skin softness and provides the lightweight, non-greasy finish essential for daily use.
How to use
The Lotion.
Everything you
need to know.
The Lotion.
For skin that hasn't
responded to anything else.
12% Glycolic Acid · Urea · Niacinamide · Made in Australia
