10 Best Body Shimmer Oils for Summer 2025, Tested and Reviewed

“This absolutely gorgeous (and quite retro, might I add) shimmer oil has warm, gold flecks that visibly pop off of my olive skin tone and catch the light beautifully,” says Glamour commerce writer Alanna Martine Kilkeary. “The formula is shimmering but not overly glittery, and sinks right in for an ethereal glow. Not to mention, it also makes me buttery soft and hydrated (thanks to coconut and jojoba oil), and it’s sun-safe too, with SPF 30. Seriously, I’ll be dunking myself in this for the foreseeable future, and I can’t wait.”

Best Spray: Kopari Sunglaze Sheer Body Mist Sunscreen SPF 42

This super-fine mist doesn’t just make your skin shine, it also protects it from damaging UV rays thanks to water-resistant, broad spectrum SPF 42 protection. The quick-drying chemical sunscreen also includes skin-nourishing ingredients like hyaluronic acid, vitamin E and vitamin C.

“If you have an outdoor wedding ceremony coming up, this is a great SPF spray. It doesn’t feel sticky or heavy on my skin and leaves behind a gorgeous shimmer,” says Glamour senior commerce editor Jenifer Calle. Just make sure to shake the bottle well before applying she says.

Best for Wedding: Anastasia Beverly Hills Shimmer Body Oil

Want to stand out from the crowd? Look no further than Anastasia’s body oil, which is a bridal favorite amongst online reviewers and friends of our editors. It delivers major shine and comes in three shades–rose gold, white, and gold shimmer. “For super high-impact shimmer, I turn to this almost sparkly body oil from Anastasia Beverly Hills,” says Malzahn. “It sinks into my skin beautifully and is perfect for a beach day, vacation, or special event.” Note that it can transfer onto hands when you’re applying it, likely because of just how shimmering it is.

Best for Dark Skin: Vaseline Illuminate Me Shimmering Body Oil

Created specifically with melanin-rich skin in mind, Vaseline’s shimmery body oil contains hydrating oils like sweet almond oil and a warm coppery finish to avoid ashy skin and deliver warmth. Plus, this budget-friendly formula looks beautiful on all skin tones and skin types, delivering high-impact shine and a healthy glow that commands attention. “It catches the light perfectly,” says Malzahn. “Even though it delivers so much shine, it isn’t overpowering whatsoever. Also not overpowering: The light, fresh scent.” Upon application, the product feels more like a watery gel texture than others and spreads very easily (we love that it’s non-sticky); a little goes a long way to avoid greasiness. Plus, the brand says it uses responsibly-sourced mica so you can feel good about your glow.

Best Hydrating: Moroccanoil Shimmering Body Oil

Sparkly residue on hands and clothes is not an issue with this Moroccanoil formula that comes in a dropper bottle and is a game changer for dry skin. “I love that I don’t have to worry about leaving sparkles all over my hands if I apply this body oil,” says Malzahn, who experienced zero transfer. “If anything, it could be more shimmery on my body. It gives my body a good dose of hydration but the shimmer is pretty subtle unless the sun hits my skin just right.” Hydrating, indeed: Thanks to moisturizing ingredients like sesame seed oil and argan oil, this will hydrate your skin all day long.

Best Dry Oil: Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Shimmer Multi-Purpose Dry Oil

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Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Shimmer Multi-Purpose Dry Oil

French brand Nuxe makes a golden shimmering dry oil that’s loved worldwide, and for good reason. Made with several botanical oils (camellia, macadamia, and argan oils, just to name a few) and boosted with a golden shimmer, Nuxe’s oil is dry-touch and many reviewers say it won’t leave your body looking or feeling greasy after application (though some disagree). “It gives my skin a gorgeous, radiant glow without being greasy—just the perfect amount of shimmer,” raves one Amazon reviewer. “I use it on my face, body, and hair, and it leaves everything feeling hydrated and soft. It absorbs quickly, so there’s no oily residue, just a smooth, nourished feel.” We’re sold!

Best Splurge: Victoria Beckham Beauty Portofino ’97 Golden Shimmer Body Oil

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Victoria Beckham Beauty Portofino ’97 Golden Shimmer Body Oil

Leave it to Posh Spice to nail the luxe category. The gold and bronze pearly formula comes in a glass bottle with gold detailing that can only be described as resembling a very expensive flask. Inside the bottle, the oil comes in a thinner formula than others we tried, but that didn’t affect the hydration or shimmer. “This body oil looks, smells, and feels like luxury,” says Malzahn. “The citrusy, woody scent with notes of incense, amber, musk, and patchouli lingers all day and even after a shower and transports you to a fabulous seaside vacation.” With no pump or dropper, it can be difficult to apply; the watery formula drips on the bottle when pouring it into hands prior to application.

Best Scented: Sol de Janeiro Glowmotions Glow Body Oil

Sol de Janeiro lovers, you already know and love the brand’s classic and wildly popular Cheirosa 62 scent, and the brand’s body oil comes in the same nutty, slightly gourmand, sunny fragrance. It doesn’t just smell good, either; the illuminating oil delivers a high-intensity shimmer that lasts. “I fell in love with this body oil for the scent,” says Malzahn. “I stay in love with it for the beautiful glow it gives my skin. The champagne-colored oil reflects light, feels lightweight on my skin, and moisturizes.” Though some online reviewers feel it gets sticky on skin, we didn’t notice that in testing.