Even some of the best shower gels are often taken for granted, when in reality, they can single-handedly flip your entire body skincare routine upside down. And let's face it, showers and bubble baths become sooo much more enjoyable once you have a body wash that turns every second into a spa-like experience.
As winter approaches and days become shorter and colder, our bathtubs quickly become almost like a safe haven and a place of refuge from the creeping cold. Running yourself a hot bubble bath, using one of the best shower gels and wrapping yourself in a luxury bath towel is a great way to stay warm. The best part? Whichever body wash you choose doesn't need to be expensive, nor do you need to use a lot of it.
Which of the best body washes should you buy? It really depends on what you need. Like many other beauty products, shower gels come in all shapes and sizes: body cleansers, shower creams, exfoliating scrubs, mousses, even body oils… You name it. Each shower gel also comes with its own set of unique ingredients that suit your skin type and can help personalise your overall shower experience.
Best shower gels at a glance:
If you want something to combat skin dryness, you might want to opt for a body wash that features hydrating and nourishing components that you'd typically see in a good body cream or body lotion: glycerin, ceramides, aloe vera, coconut oil and other essential oils. If you suffer from eczema or have sensitive skin that's prone to breakouts, you may want to consider something with a more gentle formula that's free of parabens and sulfates. Antioxidants and other ingredients such as niacinamide can help too by helping rebuild your skin's natural protective barrier and rid you of body acne.
And don't forget about the fragrance either – a shower can practically replace an aromatherapy session depending on what body care product you opt for. After all, if you don't like how it smells, then what's the point? Thankfully there's tons of options out there, so everybody can find their signature scent, whether that's something zesty like sweet orange, something woody like cedarwood and sandalwood or something more relaxing like eucalyptus.
Picking out a shower gel for yourself isn't exactly straightforward due to the sheer number of options available. To help you choose, we've put together an edit of all the best body washes to fit every budget and preference.
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