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Done to death I am sure...best shower gel

131 replies

Motnight · 15/07/2025 14:12

I fancy a new shower gel! I use a huge variety from Jo Malone (lovely but probably not worth it financially) to Molton Brown (as before) to Waitrose own brand etc.

Any suggestions please? I quite fancy a moisturising one but not wedded to that.

Thank you!

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FrenchandSaunders · 16/07/2025 11:11

My DD bought me the L'occitane Almond shower oil which I love ... however in this hot weather I'm not as keen and need something lighter, fresher and citrussy. The waitrose own brand ones are fab and very cheap. Love the grapefruit one.

NotSoLeggyBrunette · 16/07/2025 11:27

Gosh, scent preference is so personal.
I did love many of the suggestions above - not mentioned are The Body Shop British rose (if you love fresh rose rather than jammy rose) and Moringa shower gels.

Spendy one - Miller Harris Tea Tonique.

familyissues12345 · 16/07/2025 12:07

We’re currently away and the products in the bathroom at The White Company - flowers. Smells lovely!

when at home, I generally buy whatever’s on offer. I like Treacle moon. If I can find it, Nivea do one that smells like sun cream!

MumbleJumble123 · 16/07/2025 12:11

FrenchandSaunders · 16/07/2025 11:11

My DD bought me the L'occitane Almond shower oil which I love ... however in this hot weather I'm not as keen and need something lighter, fresher and citrussy. The waitrose own brand ones are fab and very cheap. Love the grapefruit one.

They have the almond shower oil with lemon. It’s amazing and it’s in the sale at the moment because it was limited edition and I think it’s being discontinued 😭

CurlyFerret · 16/07/2025 12:15

@Yogachick love this shower gel! I’ve tried a couple of the others from Naturium but this is my fave and yes it lasts ages so I think it’s great value too

DeedlessIndeed · 16/07/2025 12:16

YYURYYUCICYYUR4ME · 15/07/2025 14:53

I use soap, hooked on the Italian brands, but I use the l'occitane almond shower gel at the end of the shower, for the smell and how it moisturises my skin.

This is exactly where I've settled. I use Santa Maria novella soap - it's dreamy and their OG shop which is basically a museum in Florence is my happy place.

Then finish on the almond shower oil for amazing fragrance and moisturizing. I don't feel it really cleanses my skin enough on its own without the soap.

FrenchandSaunders · 16/07/2025 12:17

MumbleJumble123 · 16/07/2025 12:11

They have the almond shower oil with lemon. It’s amazing and it’s in the sale at the moment because it was limited edition and I think it’s being discontinued 😭

Ooh thanks I’ll check that out!

PeachPumpkin · 16/07/2025 12:55

I like Sanctuary shower gel. I tried the L’occitane almond one and it barely smelled of anything and just wasn’t up to much.

Followthebouncingthumb · 16/07/2025 12:57

Faith in Nature are lovely.

familylawyer01392 · 16/07/2025 13:00

Space NK Caribbean Shores, Naturium Glow Getter, anything from Hello Klean (especially if you live in a hard water area)

IrisPallida · 16/07/2025 13:24

Nesti Dante Villages & Monasteries bar soap - I hate shower gel or any other detergent on my body, much prefer proper soap! This one smells like frankinscense, dry and woody with a hint of vanilla.

https://www.notino.co.uk/nesti-dante/emozioni-in-toscana-villages-monasteries-natural-soap/

CarefulN0w · 16/07/2025 13:30

knackeredcat · 16/07/2025 11:01

I'm not keen on vanilla or fake fruity smells, much prefer spicy/woody scents. Current favourites are the Bath House patchouli and black pepper body wash, and M&S Fragrance Society black pepper, vetiver and coriander shower gel. Bottle lasts for ages.

The M&S fragrance society ones are a good option - I like the blue one best, but the pink one is a good alternative to MB.

UpMyself · 16/07/2025 14:05

Everything I have tried from Faith in Nature has been good. @Followthebouncingthumb

Shinyandnew1 · 16/07/2025 21:24

Then Avon original SSS dry oil body spray.

Now, this is a product I have never got the hype for! Someone once said it was good for repelling mosquitos so Avon reps seem have been pedalling the myth ever since-I think it smells dreadful, is horribly slimey and doesn't nothing whatsoever to ward off mosquitos 😂

CharlotteCChapel · 16/07/2025 21:27

It's called a body wash but basically a shower gel, Pears it smells really nice and leaves me moisturised.

AlpiniPraline · 16/07/2025 21:29

CarefulN0w · 16/07/2025 13:30

The M&S fragrance society ones are a good option - I like the blue one best, but the pink one is a good alternative to MB.

Yes, the blue one is lovely for Summer.

Icebreakhell · 16/07/2025 21:47

MissSmith80 · 15/07/2025 20:06

Me too - only recently discovered but I love it.

I like Molten Brown pink pepper.
White Company Seychelles.
Aesop.
Le Labo Rose 31

magpie234 · 16/07/2025 22:14

I like the Faith in Nature ones. But for a treat Aromatherapy Associates!

3luckystars · 16/07/2025 23:33

IrisPallida · 16/07/2025 13:24

Nesti Dante Villages & Monasteries bar soap - I hate shower gel or any other detergent on my body, much prefer proper soap! This one smells like frankinscense, dry and woody with a hint of vanilla.

https://www.notino.co.uk/nesti-dante/emozioni-in-toscana-villages-monasteries-natural-soap/

I just ordered that soap now thank you, I’m looking forward to it.

RampantIvy · 16/07/2025 23:39

Yellowbirdcage · 16/07/2025 05:13

Tried loads but too annoying to spend all that money on 98% water in plastic bottles. Half goes straight down the drain anyway. I am back to my Nesti Dante £6 soap bars. Smell like heaven and feel so much cleaner with soap. Use with a sponge with a rough side. Then Avon original SSS dry oil body spray.

I agree. I much prefer a bar of soap. Imperial Leather is a favourite.

weareallcats · 16/07/2025 23:48

Molton Brown rose dunes is my favourite. M&S apothecary Warmth is also very nice and a good dupe for le labo santal 33.

weareallcats · 16/07/2025 23:49

I use soap sometimes too and particularly like this range:

www.berylune.co.uk/products/traditional-marseille-market-soap?variant=42154799268001

Xmasbaby11 · 16/07/2025 23:52

I seem to get bought tons of shower gels for Xmas so have tried a lot! I like The Sanctuary but most cheap ones are fine too. I like the Original source lime or mint.

although I love L’Occitane generally, the almond oil stuff doesn’t smell nice to me and the texture is horrible! I definitely prefer foaming to shower oil.

Amiable · 17/07/2025 01:48

Faith in Nature Lavender & Geranium. Love it so much I buy the 5 litre refills!

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