Looking for the best organic shower gels to both pamper and soothe your skin? We’ve rounded up the ones that smell great and are gentle on both your skin and the planet. Going organic with your shower gel has more benefits than avoiding microbeads or harsh chemicals. Our choices offer great performance and lovely fragrances too – we’ve tested them all!
This shower gel is like a moisturizer. It nourishes, soothes, and protects your skin, especially the delicate skin on your face and hands. It’s rich in glycerin, has minimal water, and is packed with natural ingredients. There are no synthetic foaming products or fragrances. The scent is spicy and invigorating, perfect for your morning routine.
Another option doubles as an insect repellent. It comes in an eco-friendly sugar cane plastic bottle and is certified vegan. This 2-in-1 product works for both body and hair, with organic bergamot and tea tree oil offering antiseptic and anti-fungal benefits. It even helps with dandruff and head lice, though the smell is somewhat medicinal.
For a zesty refresh, there’s a creamy body wash with essential lemon oil. It’s vegan-friendly and has a lively citrus scent that lifts your spirits. It deeply moisturizes and leaves your skin feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
Another body wash uses natural coconut and sugar extracts to cleanse and maintain your skin’s pH balance. With organic aloe vera to soothe irritation, it also features blood orange oil for improved circulation, cedarwood for a calming effect, and black pepper for its antibacterial properties. It’s fresh, zingy, and has a natural, strong scent.
If you prefer a soothing shower gel, there’s one with hints of rose, lavender, and orange. High in organic glycerin, it softens and shines your skin. It’s so pure, it’s technically safe to consume (though we don’t recommend it). This gel is all-natural, organic, paraben-free, and vegan, making it perfect for sensitive skin.
If you love the smell of roses, we have another option made with aloe vera and glycerin to clean and soften your skin. Our editor loves this natural, great-smelling gel that lathers well. It’s also economical since you only need a little to cover your whole body.
Dr. Bronner’s 18-in-1 Pure-Castile Soaps are versatile, suitable for your face, body, hair, and even household cleaning. They contain no synthetic preservatives or detergents. The lavender scent is calming, making it perfect for a pre-bedtime bath.
While not gel, bar soaps are more sustainable, with no plastic or glass packaging. They last longer and are great for the environment. A natural moisturizing soap with coconut, jasmine, and sandalwood oils, it smells amazing and leaves your skin fragrant long after your shower.
Weleda’s Lavender Bar Soap offers the calming benefits of lavender. Made from vegetable oils and plant extracts, it gently cleans and refreshes the skin. It’s also suitable for sensitive skin and has a strong distinct lavender aroma.
With these organic shower gels and soaps, you not only treat your skin to the best but also make an eco-friendly choice.