10 Best Body Washes For 2018 Available in India

March 5, 2018 by Meenal Rajapet

Body washes can make women weak in the knees. Not only does using a body wash make you feel like you’ve stepped out of a spa every time you shower, but they’re also travel-friendly, cost-effective, and great for your skin. With fantastic fragrances to choose from, and their oh-so-luxurious exfoliating and hydrating properties, what’s not to love? But, with so many different kinds of body washes available in the market, which one should you choose? To help you decide, I’ve put together a list of the 10 best body washes available in India.

Best Body Washes Available In India

Top 10 Body Washes Available In India

1. The Body Shop Satsuma Shower Gel

The Body Shop’s Satsuma Shower Gel is soap-free and lather-rich. The gel has a refreshing citrus fragrance and is formulated with the zesty satsuma essential oil. This body wash gives your skin the gentle care and nourishment it needs to have a radiant glow and velvety smooth feel. It keeps your skin hydrated while getting rid of the dirt and grime that settles in, causing build up through the course of the day.

Pros

Refreshing citrusy fragrance.
Soap-free.
Lathers well.
A little goes a long way.
Washes off beautifully.
Keeps skin hydrated.
Recyclable packaging.
Not tested on animals.

Cons

The fragrance does not last very long. (This might be a pro for some.)

Rating

4.75/5

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2. Nivea Fresh Powerfruit Shower Gel

Nivea’s Fresh Powerfruit Shower gel comes with the exotic fragrance of Acai Berry, which leaves you with a feeling of energizing freshness. The gel is enriched with antioxidants and blueberry extracts that help keep your skin healthy, smooth, and damage-free. Its Hydra IQ 24h+ technology will help keep your skin moisturized throughout the day.

Pros

Budget-friendly.
Keeps your skin hydrated and smooth.
Helps get rid of a tan.
Has a pleasant fragrance.
Wonderfully cleansing.

Cons

The fragrance does not last.
Contains sulfates.

Rating

4/5

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3. Neutrogena Rainbath Refreshing Shower Gel

Neutrogena’s Rainbath Refreshing Shower Gel claims to awaken your senses with its pleasant fragrance that is a blend of spices, herbs, and fruits. The gel helps soften and condition your skin without leaving behind any residue. It makes your skin super smooth and can also be used as a shaving gel.

Pros

Cleanses effectively.
Keeps skin hydrated.
Produces a rich lather.
Has a pleasant woody fragrance.

Cons

Does not last very long.

Rating

4/5

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4. Fiama Di Wills Thermal Spa Skin Renewal Shower Gel

Fiama Di Wills’ Thermal Spa Skin Renewal Shower Gel is a spa-inspired product that has a beautifully creamy formula enriched with crushed coconut extracts and jojoba butter. This shower gel will help retain your skin’s natural moisture to help reveal soft and supple skin. It helps remove dead skin cells with its gentle exfoliating action, leaving your skin soft and beautifully radiant.

Pros

Well-packaged.
Lathers well.
A little goes a long way.
Keeps skin hydrated.
Improves skin texture.
Budget-friendly.
Has a pleasant fragrance.

Cons

Contains sulfates.

Rating

4.5/5

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5. Pears Pure And Gentle Shower Gel

For those of you who are fans of the good old soap bar, Pears’ Pure And Gentle Shower Gel can make your shower a nostalgic experience. The bottle is attractively packaged to resemble the pears soap bar, and the gel is the same color that we were fascinated by as kids. The formula has a mild fragrance and helps cleanse the body well while making your skin soft and supple. This is undoubtedly the best body wash in India.

Pros

Soap-free.
Maintains the pH balance of your skin.
Keeps your skin moisturized.
Travel-friendly packaging.
Works for sensitive skin.
Non-comedogenic.
Has a pleasant fragrance.
A little goes a long way.

Cons

None.

Rating

5/5

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6. Dove Go Fresh Nourishing Body Wash

Dove’s Go Fresh Nourishing Body Wash claims to be better than milk for your skin. It penetrates through your skin to deeply nourish it with its mild and gentle formula. Its unique NutriumMoisture technology helps provide your skin with the nourishment it needs to stay healthy and smooth. The body wash gives you noticeably smoother skin after just one shower.

Pros

Lathers well.
Has a cooling effect on skin.
Keeps skin hydrated.
Improves skin texture.
Budget-friendly.
A little goes a long way.
Easily available.

Cons

Contains sulfates.
Not for oily skin.

Rating

4/5

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7. Biotique Bio Apricot Refreshing Body Wash

Biotique’s Bio Apricot Refreshing Body Wash is free of soap and is enriched with the extracts of apricot, wild turmeric, soap nut, and kurchi. The body wash effectively cleanses your skin without dehydrating it so that your skin feels smooth and moisturized.

Pros

Does not contain sulfates.
Washes off easily.
Has a refreshing fragrance.
Moisturizes well.
A little goes a long way.
Works well for dry skin.
Keeps your skin hydrated.
Not tested on animals.
Easily available.

Cons

Packaging could be better.
The fragrance does not last.
Not for oily skin.

Rating

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8. Khadi Lavender And Ylang Ylang Herbal Body Wash

Khadi’s Lavender And Ylang Ylang Body Wash helps you ward off stress and fatigue with its relaxing fragrance. The product is free of SLS and parabens, and is formulated with a fusion of lavender oil and aloe vera. It helps create a revitalizing shower experience, which helps relax your muscles and reduce body aches.

Pros

Contains natural ingredients like aloe vera gel, lavender oil, vitamin E, and ylang ylang oil.
Cleanses well.
Lathers well.
Keeps your skin hydrated.
A little goes a long way.

Cons

The fragrance does not last.

Rating

4.5/5

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9. Nivea Creme Soft Shower Cream

Nivea’s Creme Soft Shower Cream helps revitalize your skin while keeping it moisturized. It helps improve your skin’s texture with its unique formulation that is enriched with almond oil. The product also helps balance your skin’s pH levels while effectively cleansing it.

Pros

Balances your skin’s pH.
Helps keep your skin hydrated.
Improves skin texture.
Fragrance-free.

Cons

Does not wash off easily.
Contains parabens.

Rating

4/5

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10. The Body Shop Strawberry Shower Gel

The Body Shop’s Strawberry Shower Gel is another gem from the brand’s body wash collection. Enriched with strawberry seed extracts, the formula is free of soap but lathers extremely well. It has a sweet strawberry scent that has an uplifting effect on your mood.

Pros

Pleasant fragrance.
Cleanses effectively.
Does not dehydrate the skin.
Nice texture.
Attractive packaging.

Cons

Does not hydrate extremely dry skin types.

Rating

4.5/5

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With this list of body washes, stepping into the shower will become something you look forward to every day. Everyone’s skin and preferences are different, so don’t be afraid to try out more than just a few body washes until you find your personal favorite.

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