Palmer's Shea Formula Raw Shea Body Oil with Vitamin E, Deep Body Moisturizer to Soothe & Nourish Dry, Sensitive & Eczema-Prone Skin, 8.5 oz Review
Our verdict
A budget shea butter body oil with vitamin E that's built for dry, sensitive and eczema-prone skin, and it backs that up with a 4.8-star average across 2,500 ratings.
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Dry, sensitive or eczema-prone skin that needs a deeply nourishing, fragrance-forward shea oil at a low price.
Skip if
You want an unscented option or a formula targeted specifically at facial fine lines rather than whole-body dryness.
- Priced 53% below the category median ($16.95 across 280 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.8/5
4.8 average across 2,500 owner ratings
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Popularity4.4/5
2,500 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other anti-aging skincare: serums, night creams, facial peels, wrinkle patches and anti-aging devices we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
["Palmer's leans on its signature raw shea butter here, paired with vitamin E, and positions the oil specifically for dry, sensitive and eczema-prone skin. That focus shows in the numbers: 2,500 ratings and a 4.8-star average, one of the strongest scores in this lineup.", "It's labeled vegan and natural, with shea butter doing the heavy lifting for softening and soothing, while vitamin E adds antioxidant support. The recommended use calls out eczema specifically, so this reads as a comfort oil for compromised, irritated skin rather than a targeted anti-aging serum.", "At under $8 for 8.5 oz, it's one of the most affordable oils in the group, and the combination of price and rating is a big part of why it shows up as a steady mover."]
Pros
- 4.8-star average across 2,500 ratings
- Formulated for dry, sensitive and eczema-prone skin
- Vegan and made with natural shea butter
- Very affordable at under $8
Cons
- Scented with shea butter, not fragrance-free
- Marketed for whole-body dryness rather than facial anti-aging
- No listed actives beyond vitamin E
Performance notes
Shea butter and vitamin E are the core of this formula, both known for softening and soothing dry or irritated skin, which lines up with the product's eczema use recommendation. It's a comfort-focused oil rather than one built around correcting the look of fine lines or wrinkles.
What buyers say
A 4.8-star average from 2,500 ratings is an excellent showing, suggesting this delivers consistently on its promise of nourishing dry and sensitive skin.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this safe for eczema-prone skin?
The label specifically recommends it for eczema, and it's built around shea butter and vitamin E, both known for soothing dry, irritated skin. As always, check with a dermatologist if you have a diagnosed skin condition.
Is it fragrance-free?
No, it carries a shea butter scent, so if you need a completely unscented oil, look elsewhere.
Can I use it on my face?
It's labeled for all skin types and whole-body use, so it can work on the face, but it's formulated as a general moisturizer rather than a targeted anti-aging treatment.