Fragrance notes: orange blossom, neroli | Key ingredients: grape seed oil, sunflower oil, coconut oils
Best Lather: Bath & Body Works Japanese Cherry Blossom Body Wash
Why We Love It: A classic for a reason, Bath & Body Works Japanese Cherry Blossom is a floral dream that turns your shower into a stroll through a blooming garden. It’s loaded with skin-loving ingredients, too, so this body wash is way more than a pretty bottle and a yummy smell. Plus, the lather is next-level on Bath & Body Works body washes, giving your shower bubble-bath vibes.
Fragrance notes: cherry blossom, jasmine, sandalwood | Key ingredients: aloe, shea butter, vitamin E
Best Texture: Moroccanoil Shower Gel
Why We Love It: If you know the iconic Moroccanoil scent—it’s warm, floral, and impossible to resist—chances are you want more. This body wash has the same blend and its formula is a rich, creamy texture that leaves skin feeling oh-so-soft. If you have dehydrated skin, this is also a great pick for you as the glycerin in the formula hydrates ashiness in no time.
Fragrance notes: spicy amber, sweet florals | Key ingredients: argan oil, glycerin, aloe vera
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