2023 had body wash lovers in an absolute chokehold, with hit after hit being released; social media was releasing weekly body wash videos for us to grab and try, but which should you actually try? When it comes to self-care, nothing feels more luxurious than lathering up with a high-quality body wash. With so many moisturizing, cleansing, and exfoliating soaps on the market, it can be challenging to find the perfect one for you. Here, we've curated a list of the best body washes to help elevate your shower experience and leave your skin feeling smooth, clean, and nourished.

Bioderma - Atoderm Shower Oil

This isn't your ordinary body wash - Bioderma Atoderm Shower Oil turns into a delicate foam when mixed with water, providing intense hydration and soothing comfort for dry or sensitive skin. Enriched with vegetable biolipids and vitamins, it reinforces your skin's barrier and protects it from external aggressions, leaving your skin soft and radiant.

OUAI - St. Barts Body Cleanser

Inspired by exotic destinations and tropical escapes, the OUAI St. Barts Body Cleanser will transport your mind while cleansing your body. With invigorating scents of florals, citrus, and white musk, this gentle formula leaves your skin refreshed and smelling like a dream vacation.

OUAI - Body Cleanser Melrose Place

Another fantastic offering from OUAI is their Body Cleanser Melrose Place. Reminiscent of the floral garden of Eden. This body wash offers a unique infusion of rose, bergamot, lychee, cedarwood, and white musk. Its gentle cleansing formula leaves your skin hydrated, nourished, and with a subtle hint of the iconic Melrose Place scent.

Sol de Janeiro - Beija Flor Body Wash

Brazilian beauty with Sol de Janeiro's Beija Flor Body Wash. This oil-to-milk body cleanser instantly transforms when mixed with water, creating a rich, creamy emulsion that leaves your skin feeling silky and smooth. With a lovely blend of exotic floral notes, dragonfruit, hibiscus and musk, this body wash is perfect for those who seek the beaches of Rio de Janeiro every time they shower.

Sol de Janeiro - Bom Dia Bright Clarifying AHA BHA Body Wash

Featuring AHAs and BHAs, this body wash gently exfoliates and refreshes your skin, revealing a new layer of glowing, radiant skin. Similar to Sol de Janeiro's iconic Beija Flor Body Wash, its scent is incredible, including notes of Brazilian orchid, plum, vanilla woods and warm musk. This exfoliant body wash will make your skincare routine a truly indulgent experience.

Naturium - Glow Getter Multi-Oil Hydrating Body Wash

Naturium's Glow Getter Multi-Oil Hydrating Body Wash is perfect for those who want to boost hydration and radiance. It's a rich body wash formulated with 50% glycerin - humectant heaven! Containing a blend of nourishing oils, including rosehip, jojoba, and apple extract, which cleanse and soften your skin without stripping it of essential moisture. This body wash leaves your skin feeling hydrated, nourished, and oh-so-smooth.

Naturium - Smoother Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Body Wash

Reveal your skin's natural, radiant glow with Naturium's Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Body Wash. This skin-smoothing formula uses a blend of glycolic and lactic acids to gently exfoliate and remove dead skin cells, leaving your skin smoother, softer, and more even-toned. Enjoy the noticeable difference as this body wash works to improve your skin's texture and brightness.

Nécessaire - The Body Wash

Packed with vitamins and designed with a gentle pH-balanced formula, Nécessaire The Body Wash is perfect for everyday use. Its most popular scent is eucalyptus. This body wash not only leaves your skin feeling clean but also replenishes, soothes, and refreshes your skin. This body wash has become a cult favourite, with many raving about its luxurious, spa-like feel.

Aveeno Skin Relief Moisturising Body Wash

Aveeno Skin Relief Moisturising Body Wash is perfect for sensitive or dry skin. Formulated with soothing oatmeal, this body wash gently cleanses. It's hypoallergenic, soap-free, and fragrance-free, making it a perfect choice for those with skin sensitivities or allergies.

Finding the perfect body wash can be a personal endeavour and will depend on your skin type, desired results, and personal preferences. The nine body washes outlined in this post offer various benefits, from hydration and nourishment to exfoliation and soothing sensitive skin. Give one (or more) of these luxurious body washes a try to elevate your shower experience and enjoy the silky, smooth, glowing skin you deserve.