When shopping for body washes, follow the golden rule: use the same kind of products that you put on your face. Oily skin? Look for products that contain some kind of clarifying ingredient, like charcoal or clay. Want a firming option? Scope out a wash containing collagen. You get the picture, read on for our favourites.
Best Detox: Dove Purifying Detox Deep Cleanse and Skin Renewal
A drugstore hero, this mineral-rich wash contains green clay that will cleanse away daily toxins and impurities caused by environmental stressors. With a gentle formula for even the most sensitive of skin types, this is a detoxifying bargain.
Best Splurge: Byredo Gypsy Water Body Wash
This will make you feel like you’re in a spa with its oh-so-luxurious body wash. Featuring notes of bergamot, lemon, pepper and juniper berries the scent will last for ages without being too potent.
Best Natural: Kai Body Wash
This celebrity-backed, Hawaiian-inspired body wash features the feminine blend of Gardenia wrapped in white exotic floral notes with fresh overtones. The packaging is recyclable and the formula is paraben and sulphate free and isn’t tested on animals.
Kai Body Wash
Best smelling: Jo Malone Pomegranate Noir
This will cleanse your hands and body and the delicious scent will fill up your bathroom with a gentle pomegranate smell. Heaven.
Best for sensitive skin: Green People Scent Free Shower Gel
Great for extremely sensitive skin who want to ditch fragrance (a common skin irritant). It’s a thick gel and fuss-free option that doesn’t aggravate patches of eczema or dryness.
Best for firmer skin: Aurelia Probiotic Firm and Replenish Body Serum
After around 4 weeks, users noticed an improvement in the appearance of scars and reduction of stretch marks, plus it has a lovely mandarin and bergamot scent.
Best for oily skin: Neutrogena Clear Body Wash
Using what Neutrogena calls the Microclear technology, this grapefruit scented wash will penetrate deep into the skin to control the production of oil. Budget friendly, too.
Best budget: Nivea Care and Orange Blossom Moisturizing Body Wash
This almond oil and glycerin-infused body wash has a creamy consistency and a delicate orange scent that will soften your skin.
Words By Rosina Findlay
