Not all moisturizers are created equal — and it has nothing to do with branding or buzzwords.
The real difference between products that feel “nice” and products that feel deeply supportive comes down to one thing:
Formulation ratios.
At Leonica Cosmetics, this is something we talk about often, because once you understand it, skincare starts to make a lot more sense.
Why most moisturizers feel light (and why that matters)
Most lotions on the market are designed to:
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Absorb quickly
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Feel lightweight
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Appeal to a wide audience
To achieve that texture, the majority of lotions are formulated with:
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Approximately 70–80% liquid base
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1–2% butters or oils
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Emulsifiers and stabilizers to hold everything together
That small percentage of butters is enough to soften the skin temporarily — but often not enough to support skin that feels dry, uncomfortable, or easily dehydrated.
This is why lotion often needs to be reapplied throughout the day.
What makes a rich body butter feel different on the skin
A body butter formulated with significantly higher butter content behaves differently.
Instead of disappearing quickly, it:
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Melts gradually into the skin
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Leaves behind nourishment that lingers
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Helps the skin feel comfortable for longer periods
At Leonica, our body butter formulas typically contain 35–50% plant butters and botanical oils, depending on the collection.
That richness isn’t accidental — it’s intentional.
Why higher butter ratios matter
Skin that feels dry or tight often isn’t just missing hydration — it’s missing substance.
A higher concentration of butters helps:
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Slow down moisture loss
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Improve how long hydration stays present
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Support the skin barrier so it doesn’t feel depleted quickly
This is why many people notice they don’t need to constantly reapply once they switch to a richer formula.
Rich doesn’t mean greasy
One of the biggest misconceptions about body butter is that richness equals heaviness.
In reality, a well-balanced, high-butter formula:
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Absorbs best when applied to slightly damp skin
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Melts with body heat
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Leaves skin feeling soft and comfortable, not coated
Texture is about balance, not thickness.
Where Leonica Body Butter fits in
Leonica Body Butter is formulated to prioritize:
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Aloe vera juice for hydration and comfort
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A high concentration of plant butters and botanical oils for nourishment
This allows the skin to receive hydration while also getting the richness it needs to stay comfortable throughout the day.
It’s not designed to feel trendy or ultra-light.
It’s designed to work.
Final thought
When skincare feels different on your skin, it’s usually because it is different.
Formulation ratios matter.
Ingredient concentration matters.
And your skin can feel the difference when richness is built into the formula — not just added for label appeal.
✨ Recommended from Leonica
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Leonica Cosmetics Body Butter – rich, aloe-based hydration with high butter content
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Leonica Cosmetics Body Oil – helps reinforce nourishment and extend comfort
Designed to complement each other beautifully.
