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).