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Finding a body wash that won't dry out your skin
The best body wash for you depends largely on your skin type. If skin feels tight after showering, look for gentle, hydrating formulas with ingredients like glycerin, oatmeal, shea butter, ceramides or hyaluronic acid, and consider a fragrance-free option, since fragrance and alcohol can irritate dry or sensitive skin. Oilier or less reactive skin can generally tolerate a wider range. Whatever you choose, try not to over-wash, keep water warm rather than hot, and be gentle, washing with your hands rather than a rough loofah. Follow up with moisturiser while skin is still damp to help replace any lost moisture.
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What is the best body wash for dry skin?
Look for a gentle, hydrating, ideally fragrance-free wash containing moisturising ingredients such as glycerin, oatmeal, ceramides, shea butter or hyaluronic acid, which help skin feel less tight afterwards. Avoid formulas heavy in fragrance or drying alcohols, don’t over-wash, and always moisturise while skin is still damp.
Which ingredients should I avoid in a body wash?
If your skin is dry or sensitive, be cautious with added fragrance and drying alcohols, which are common irritants. Harsh, stripping cleansers can also leave skin tight. Choosing a fragrance-free wash with soothing, moisturising ingredients is generally the safer bet for reactive skin.
Should you moisturise after using body wash?
Yes. Washing can remove some of the skin’s natural oils, so moisturising afterwards helps restore comfort and hydration. Apply your lotion, cream or oil within a few minutes of showering while skin is still slightly damp, as this helps trap moisture more effectively than moisturising fully dry skin.
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