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We tested 50 options, and these eight deserve a spot in your shower.
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Personal preference also plays a role.
Do you like a creamy, oily, or gel-like consistency?
What about a strong scent, subtle scent, or no scent at all?
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Some may prefer a scented body wash for a more sensorial shower experience.
Wed recommend this body wash to anyone with dry skin or skin irritations.
Key Ingredients:Triple oat blend (oat flour, oat extract, oat oil)|Size:18 oz.
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Because its fragranced, those with sensitive skin may want to be cautious.
Our skin felt great while using this body wash, and we felt refreshed after each shower.
For that reason, wed think itd make for a great bubble bath too.
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Key Ingredients:Peony, rose water, pink sea salt |Size:18 oz.
The scent is rich, so it might not be for everyone.
We loved the consistency of this product and how it made our skin super soft and glowy.
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That said, we think the gentle yet effective result is well worth the drawback.
Key Ingredients:AHA blend, tropical fruit enzymes, allantoin |Size:9 oz.
We didnt notice a huge difference in shine or glow despite the names claims.
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It was decently moisturizing toomore like a body oil than a lotion.
Still, wed recommend it to anyone in search of a wash with a hydrating, oil-like consistency.
Key Ingredients:Glycerin, a blend of linoleic-rich oils, plant-derived squalane|Size:17 oz.
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Its the most expensive option on our list.
This body wash felt high-end and made our skin softer than other products weve used in the past.
Our skin felt moisturized, glowy, and radiantall without irritating our skin.
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This body wash was thick and gel-like as well as textured and exfoliating.
It had a great lather, and a little went a long way.
It didnt strip the skin or leave it feeling tight either.
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Key Ingredients:Water, sodium laureth sulfate, lauryl betaine |Size:16 oz.
Lovers of strong fragrances might find ittoosubtle, and it might not be hydrating enough for drier skin types.
Overall, this product feels luxe and fun at an inexpensive price point (just $12!).
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(We wouldnt mind if it weremorepowerful than it is.)
As far as our skin afterward?
However, because its a light gel consistently, its notashydrating as a thick gel or cream body wash. Key Ingredients:Monoi oil, cupuacu butter, and kukui oil|Size:17 oz.
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Its not very budget-friendlyfor $30, you get 10 ounces of product.
This body wash had an amazing fragrance and creamy texture.
After every use, our skin felt smooth and refreshed, and it even developed a natural glow.
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We didn’t experience any tightness, discomfort, film, or residue after using this wash. We wouldnt recommend it to someone who is sensitive to citrus-heavy smells.
Despite the thorough clean, we didnt notice any irritation when using the product.
Key Ingredients:Salicylic acid |Size:12 oz.
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“Remember, consistency is key, Dr. Garcia says.
Whichever body wash you choose, stick with it for at least four to six weeks to see results.
Scent
Like we mentioned above, fragrances arent for everyone.
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Some people have fragrance allergies, Dr. Friedler says.
Dr. Garcia adds that you should always listen to your skin.
Questions You Might Ask
What’s the difference between body wash and shower gel?
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In that case, which one should you aim for?
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