Are you on the hunt for the best organic shower gels that pampers and soothes your skin? Healthista has put together a list of options that smell great and are kind to both your skin and the planet.
Worried about micro-beads harming the environment or exposing your skin to harsh chemicals and fragrances? Going organic with your shower gel has those benefits and more. Choose from our picks below for high performance and amazing fragrances—all thoroughly tested by us.
This shower gel acts like a moisturizer, nourishing, soothing, and protecting the skin, especially on the delicate areas of the face and hands. According to Cosmydor, it’s rich in glycerin, minimal in water, packed with active natural ingredients, and free from chemical foaming agents or synthetic fragrances. It has a spicy, energizing smell from its plant-based formula.
Need a shower gel that doubles as an insect repellent? This one’s packaged in eco-friendly sugar cane plastic and is vegan. It serves as a 2-in-1 product for both body wash and shampoo. As per incognito, the organic bergamot and tea tree oil provide antiseptic and antifungal qualities, keeping dandruff and head lice at bay. The scent is mildly antiseptic but fresh.
Weleda offers a creamy natural body wash that moisturizes the skin with essential lemon oil for a lively scent. This vegan product has a zesty citrus fragrance. It promises to leave your skin clean, moisturized, and uplift your senses with its fresh scent. The creamy formula keeps your skin hydrated and feeling fresh.
Evolve Organic Beauty’s body wash uses natural coconut and sugar extracts to cleanse while maintaining the skin’s pH balance. It also contains organic aloe vera to nourish and soothe any irritation. The essential oils—blood orange, cedarwood, and black pepper—provide a zingy, natural scent that feels fresh and energizing.
Feelunique presents a shower gel with a mix of rose, lavender, and orange scents. Besides smelling great, it contains high levels of organic glycerin that softens and can even be used as a shampoo. The company assures it’s so pure it’s safe to consume (though not recommended). It’s all-natural, organic, paraben-free, and vegan-friendly. One of our testers with sensitive skin didn’t experience any eczema flare-ups, which is a big plus.
For those who love the smell of roses, Urtekram has a shower gel that makes you feel like you’re surrounded by a bed of roses. It contains nurturing aloe vera and glycerin to keep your skin soft and clean. You only need a small amount to lather your whole body, making it economical.
Dr. Bronner’s 18-in-1 Pure-Castile Soaps are versatile, suitable for cleaning everything from your face, body, and hair to your home and pets. Meghan Markle even mentioned it as one of her must-have beauty products. The lavender scent is calming, perfect for a pre-bedtime bath.
Bar soaps are even more sustainable than bottled organic gels since they come without plastic or glass packaging and tend to last longer. They are natural and moisturizing, using ingredients like coconut, jasmine, and sandalwood aromatherapy oils. The aroma lingers long after your shower, leaving you feeling refreshed.
Weleda’s Lavender Bar Soap is another excellent option, offering the soothing benefits of lavender. It’s made from vegetable oils and natural plant extracts that clean and refresh your skin, making it a good choice for sensitive skin.
These options are great if you’re looking to treat your skin gently while also being eco-friendly.