DIY Back Lotion Applicators for Easy Reach and a Moisturized Back

A back lotion applicator can be of great convenience if you have difficulty reaching your back when moisturizing. If you're opposed to buying one, discover how you can create your own DIY back lotion applicator for those hard-to-reach spots below.

Moisturizing your body is a relatively simple task; however, reaching your back during that process can be arduous and awkward. Because of this, some people might choose to skip applying lotion or cream to their backs altogether.

However, your back is a big portion of your largest organ: your skin. And like the rest of your skin, it needs hydration.

If you're reading this, you might have considered buying a back lotion applicator. However, if you'd rather use readily available household items, here are three DIY back lotion applicators.

A woman applying lotion on her back | Source: Shutterstock

DIY Back Lotion Applicator: A Spatula and an Old Sock

What You'll Need:

• long-handled spatula
• a pair of old cotton socks
• some string

What to Do:

1. Slip both individual socks over the top portion of the spatula.
2. Tie the socks snuggly below the top part of the spatula with your string. Ensure it's tight enough so the socks don't slip or move when your DIY back applicator is in use.
3. To use, apply a dollop of lotion or cream on your DIY back lotion applicator, place it on the center of your back, then distribute it evenly in a circular motion.

A solid turner and a spatula | Source: Shutterstock

DIY Back Lotion Applicator: Paint Roller

What You'll Need:

• a new 4-inch paint roller

What to Do:

1. Apply a strip of lotion along the length of the roller, plant it at the center of your back, and then distribute it evenly.
2. Use a short screw-in wood extension if the handle is too short.

A small paint roller | Source: Getty Images

DIY Back Lotion Applicator: Wooden Spoon

What You'll Need:

• long-handled wooden spoon

What to Do:

1. Squeeze a few dollops of lotion on the back of the spoon and smear it a little to keep it from dripping.
2. Plant the spoon in the top center of your back and distribute the lotion evenly in a circular motion.
3. Repeat the previous two steps for your lower back.

A wooden spoon | Source: Shutterstock

DIY Back Lotion Applicator: Plastic Wrap

What You’ll Need:

What to Do:

1. Roll out 2-3 feet of saran wrap on a flat surface. Ensure it doesn’t stick to itself.
2. Squirt several dime-sized dollops of lotion on the wrap relative to your back size.
3. Stand with the saran wrap behind you, then reach for the ends of the sheet, and place it on your back.
4. Swipe it side-to-side as if you’re wiping your back.
5. Discard the used plastic sheet when done.

An illustration of a box of plastic wrap | Source: Shutterstock

And there you have it. Four homemade back lotion applicator ideas to keep your back soft and hydrated. For more do-it-yourself guides, check out this post on how to clean whiskey stones.